Ajith Maliyekkal
KERALA
Summary
Hospitality professional experienced in preparing and frying diverse foods across pantry, grill, and tandoor categories. Achieved high standards of quality and presentation while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen environment. Managed high-volume orders with strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef de Partie -Pantry and Fryer
Kokum Restaurant
London
2024.09 - 2026.02
- Prepare and cook pantry and fryer menu items following standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Managed frying station during busy service periods maintaining efficiency and safety.
- Train and guide junior kitchen staff on fryer operations and hygiene practices.
- Manage stock rotation, portioning, and ingredient preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of pantry area ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Contributed to improving kitchen workflow and minimizing food waste through effective stock management.
- Prepared and cooked a variety of grilled items for customers at a fast-paced restaurant.
- Supported head chef in daily kitchen operations and assisted in developing new dishes to enhance menu variety.
- Collaborated with kitchen team to develop seasonal menu items enhancing customer experience.
Tandoor and Grill Chef
JRC Global Buffet
Croydon
2025.10 - 2025.12
- Prepared and cooked a variety of traditional tandoori dishes using authentic methods and spices.
- Managed grill stations, ensuring timely preparation and presentation of grilled meats and vegetables.
- Streamlined cooking processes for faster service during peak hours.
- Managed inventory, preventing food wastage and reducing costs.
- Prepared marinades to enhance flavor profiles of dishes.
- Collaborated within a team to ensure seamless kitchen operations and support service delivery.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations and equipment.
- Engaged in work-based learning to develop practical kitchen skills and enhance culinary expertise.
- Supported kitchen cleanup efforts to maintain a tidy and organized work environment.
Pantry and Fryer Chef
Kokum Restaurant
London
2023.07 - 2024.08
- Prepared a variety of dishes using fryer and pantry equipment to meet customer demands.
- Supported pantry, fryer, and grill operations during busy service hours.
- Assisted chefs with food preparation, cooking, and plating to ensure timely service.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Ensured compliance with food hygiene and safety standards.
- Organized ingredients, stock, and deliveries to streamline kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with team members to develop new menu items based on seasonal ingredients.
- Tracked stock levels of pantry supplies and ingredients to maintain inventory accuracy.
Outdoor Catering
Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty
Kochi
2022.11 - 2022.12
- Managed large party catering events, consistently achieving guest satisfaction through attentive service.
- Facilitated event catering setups, food preparation, and banquet service to enhance guest experiences.
- Coordinated logistics for food preparation and delivery, ensuring adherence to high quality standards.
- Coordinated with the catering team to assure top-quality meals for passengers.
- Set up indoor and outdoor activities based on daily activity plans.
Outdoor Catering
Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC Hotels)
Kerala
2022.08 - 2022.09
- Assisted culinary teams in executing large-scale event catering and buffet presentation, enhancing guest experience.
- Coordinated with team members to efficiently set up and dismantle catering stations, contributing to event success.
- Oversaw equipment and supplies inventory, ensuring readiness and availability for seamless event operations.
Education
Diploma in Hotel Management - Food Production
Government Food Craft Institute
Kerala, India2022-01
A-Levels - Humanities
Government Higher Secondary School
Kerala, India2016
General Certificate of Secondary Education - General Subjects
Government VHS School
Kerala, India2014
Skills
- Food Preparation & Frying Techniques
- Fryer operation
- Pantry Operation
- Grill Cooking
- Grilling techniques
- Meat marinating
- Sauce making
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Inventory Management
- Ingredient Organization & Storage
- Food storage principles
- Food presentation
- Knife skills
- Teamwork & Time Management
Certification
- Food Safety Level 2
- Food Allergies Awareness Level 2
- Basic First Aid Level 2
- Health and Safety Awareness
- COSHH Awareness Certificate
- Manual Handling for Low Risk Environment Certificate
- Fire Safety Awareness Certificate
- Fire Extinguisher Use Certificate
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Travelling
- Books
- Photography
- Driving
- Video Editing
- Indoor Plants
Languages
- Malayalam
- English
- Tamil
Timeline
Tandoor and Grill Chef
JRC Global Buffet
2025.10 - 2025.12
Chef de Partie -Pantry and Fryer
Kokum Restaurant
2024.09 - 2026.02
Pantry and Fryer Chef
Kokum Restaurant
2023.07 - 2024.08
Outdoor Catering
Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty
2022.11 - 2022.12
Outdoor Catering
Kerala Tourism Development Corporation (KTDC Hotels)
2022.08 - 2022.09
Diploma in Hotel Management - Food Production
Government Food Craft Institute
A-Levels - Humanities
Government Higher Secondary School
General Certificate of Secondary Education - General Subjects
Government VHS School