Shahil Mani
Linden Street ,Auckland
Summary
Experienced and passionate chef with over 8 years of experience with various resorts. Striving to serve the best food possible. Recognized as a chef with knowledge of food trends and the ability to think outside the box when it comes to the creation of a menu. Bringing forth an in depth knowledge of flavors and food relationships, resulting in mouth watering dishes and attractive menus.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Chefs Gourmet
09.2023 - Current
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
Chef
Dekas Restaurant
01.2019 - Current
Chef
Hillside Kitchen
01.2017 - 01.2018
Chef
Belo Vula Resort
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Led Kitchen staff, keeping workstations clean and overseeing food preparation and presentation
- Organized kitchen team, focused in kitchen maintenance, stock management and food rotation to eliminate issues with product expiration
- Created new recipes, Kept kitchen organized with easy to access ingredients
- Consistently prepared same dishes with the same quality to delight customers and keep them coming back again and again
- Built positive relationships with customers by visiting tables and engaging in friendly conversations
- Completed all assigned tasks prior to shift end
- Cleaned surfaces regularly to prevent spread of illness or cross-contamination between raw and cooked products
Education
Certificate of Completion in Occupational Health & Safety - Modules I & II
Certificate of Participation in Exceptional Customer Service -
Certificate of Participation in In-House Training - Exceptional Customer Service
Certificate in Basic First Aid -
Certificate of Participation in Kitchen Basic Procedures - Kitchen Basic Procedures, Kitchen Costing Control
01.2011
Skills
- Food Safety
- Customer Retention
- Cook Consistent Dishes
- Inventory Management
- Verify Food Quality
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Chef
Accomplishments
- Certificate in Basic First Aid
- Certificate of Completion in Occupational Health & Safety [Modules I & II]
- Certificate in Guest Recognition Award
- Certificate of Participation in In-House Training Exceptional Customer Service
- Employee of the Quarter Nominee
- Certificate of Participation in Culinary Category
- Certificate of Participation in Exceptional Customer Service
- Certificate of Participation in Kitchen Basic Procedures Modules I & II - 2011
- Certificate of Participation in Kitchen Basic Procedures, Kitchen Costing Control
- Certificate of Participation in Training [F&B Product Knowledge/Cost Control]
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Listening to music
- Making new friends
- Travelling
References
- Krish Prasad, Head Chef, Tanoa Waterfront Hotel, 9316464
- Shavneel, Regional Manager West, Exotic Fiji Limited, 9999133
- Christopher Chetty, Hotel Manager, Galaxy Hotel, 8658422
- Dr. Kanna Gounder, Director, Ace Medical Go Test, 7772997
- Savinesh goundar (+64 22 021 9723)
Timeline
Chef
Chefs Gourmet
09.2023 - Current
Chef
Dekas Restaurant
01.2019 - Current
Chef
Hillside Kitchen
01.2017 - 01.2018
Chef
Belo Vula Resort
01.2015 - 01.2016
Certificate of Completion in Occupational Health & Safety - Modules I & II
Certificate of Participation in Exceptional Customer Service -
Certificate of Participation in In-House Training - Exceptional Customer Service
Certificate in Basic First Aid -
Certificate of Participation in Kitchen Basic Procedures - Kitchen Basic Procedures, Kitchen Costing Control
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