Chittaranjan Behera
Summary
Creative CDP Chef driving remarkable restaurant growth through exceptional customer experiences. Specialized in Continental cuisine, contributing to concept development and high-quality operations. Focused on creating healthy dishes with locally sourced ingredients while managing kitchen operations and personnel activities effectively.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
SR CHEF DE PARTI
THATHASU HOTEL & CONVENTION
Cuttack
01.2026 - Current
- Developed innovative menu items reflecting seasonal ingredients and local cuisine.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to health and safety standards.
- Managed inventory, ordering supplies to maintain optimal stock levels.
SENIOR CHEF DE PARTIE
PIPUL PADMAJA HOTEL AND RESORT
Cuttack
05.2025 - 01.2026
- Prepared high-quality dishes that met restaurant recipes and presentation standards, enhancing guest satisfaction.
- Supervised junior kitchen staff to uphold food handling and safety practices, fostering a safe kitchen environment.
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures and equipment usage, promoting operational consistency.
- Managed inventory levels, ordering supplies to maintain kitchen efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, adhering to health regulations and guidelines.
Chef de Partie
Blast resturant
Cuttack
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Managed daily operations of the kitchen, ensuring smooth running of all food production activities.
- Supervised and trained junior staff, ensuring safe and efficient kitchen operations.
- Ordered ingredients from suppliers, actively monitoring stock levels to prevent shortages and minimize wastage.
- Ordered ingredients from suppliers, monitoring stock levels to prevent shortages or wastage.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction and team operations through effective command structure and oversight of staff performance.
Chef de Partie
Plam beach resort
Gambia
11.2022 - 04.2023
Chef De Partie
Hotel polo towers
Shillong
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Monitored food preparation techniques, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality dishes.
- Coordinated availability and functionality of equipment prior to service, preventing disruptions during kitchen operations.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations while preparing food items in the kitchen area.
- Contributed to menu planning by proposing innovative dish ideas utilizing seasonal ingredients.
Demi Chef de Partie
Saudi Arab alliwone restaurant
Saudi Arabia
02.2020 - 08.2021
- Supported Head Chef in daily food preparation and service, contributing to smooth kitchen operations.
- Organized ingredients for each dish on station according to recipes and plating guidelines.
- Ensured adequate food stock levels through regular monitoring and timely replenishment.
- Executed deep cleaning of kitchen appliances, maintaining hygiene standards and equipment functionality.
Demi Chef De Partie
ADDA UNPLUGGED
Bhubaneswar
06.2019 - 01.2020
- Maximized customer satisfaction and team operations by executing command-based structure and staff performance oversight.
- Coached staff to adhere to strict restaurant standards through discipline and motivation.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction and team operations by implementing command-based structure and overseeing staff performance.
- Streamlined kitchen processes to reduce wait times and increase guest capacity.
Demi Chef De Partie
Blast resturant
Cuttack
11.2017 - 06.2019
- Crafted sauces, soups, and hot entrees from set recipes, ensuring consistency and quality in every dish.
- Prepared sauces, soups and hot entrees according to set recipes.
- Inspected freshness of ingredients before use, maintaining high standards for food quality.
- Partnered with chefs to create innovative menu items and enhance existing offerings, contributing to overall culinary excellence.
KOT TRAINING
Mayfair gopalpur
Berhampur
11.2012 - 03.2016
- Compiled weekly reports analyzing customer feedback and satisfaction ratings to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- Revised training program materials for clarity and effectiveness.
- Documented all activities related to employee training programs.
- Prepared evaluation assessment reports highlighting key findings and actionable insights post-session.
- Attended training sessions and meetings to learn new information and develop personal skills.
COMMI III
Hotel holiday resort
Puri
11.2011 - 10.2012
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Comprehended and implemented instructions from supervisors and documents.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to resolve product and service issues, ensuring customer satisfaction.
JT Training
Mayfair Darjeeling
Darjeeling
05.2011 - 08.2011
- Assisted in the development of marketing materials, such as brochures, flyers, and promotional items.
- Gathered data for market research projects and analyzed findings to make recommendations.
- Collaborated with team members to create a comprehensive social media strategy.
IT Training
Mayfair lagoon Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar
12.2010 - 01.2011
- Supported meal preparation by washing vegetables and fruits, cutting meats, and performing additional tasks to enhance kitchen efficiency.
- Monitored temperatures of freezers, refrigerators, and hot holding units to uphold food safety standards.
- Served food during catered events or banquets as requested by supervisors or chefs.
- Inspected kitchen equipment for proper functioning before use.
- Managed inventory of kitchen supplies and equipment to ensure availability for kitchen operations.
Education
Diploma in Food Craft - Hotel Management
CENTRAL INSTITUTEoF HOTEL MANAGEMENT & CATERING
IHM Bhubaneswar High School Diploma -
Bhodar High School
NIMAPARA BHODAR PURISkills
- Food Preparation
- Food Safety
- Portion Control
- Cost Control
- Menu Planning
- Menu design
- Kitchen Management
- Food prep supervision
- Process Optimization
- Vendor management
- Team Leadership
- Customer Service
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Bengali
Languages
English
Intermediate
B1
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Timeline
SR CHEF DE PARTI
THATHASU HOTEL & CONVENTION
01.2026 - Current
SENIOR CHEF DE PARTIE
PIPUL PADMAJA HOTEL AND RESORT
05.2025 - 01.2026
Chef de Partie
Blast resturant
05.2023 - 05.2025
Chef de Partie
Plam beach resort
11.2022 - 04.2023
Chef De Partie
Hotel polo towers
11.2021 - 10.2022
Demi Chef de Partie
Saudi Arab alliwone restaurant
02.2020 - 08.2021
Demi Chef De Partie
ADDA UNPLUGGED
06.2019 - 01.2020
Demi Chef De Partie
Blast resturant
11.2017 - 06.2019
KOT TRAINING
Mayfair gopalpur
11.2012 - 03.2016
COMMI III
Hotel holiday resort
11.2011 - 10.2012
JT Training
Mayfair Darjeeling
05.2011 - 08.2011
IT Training
Mayfair lagoon Bhubaneswar
12.2010 - 01.2011
Diploma in Food Craft - Hotel Management
CENTRAL INSTITUTEoF HOTEL MANAGEMENT & CATERING
High School Diploma -
Bhodar High School