Alim Shaikh
Chef
Pune,MAHARASHTRA
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard. Hardworking and enthusiastic trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Hardworking and enthusiastic trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages
Work History
1st Cook
Celebrity Cruises
Miami
07.2019 - Current
- 1st Cook prepares and cooks high-quality foods according to Celebrity Cruise's corporate recipe standard
- Primarily assist Station Head and be capable for executing heavy production demand on daily basis
- All duties and responsibilities are to be performed in accordance with to Celebrity Cruise's, SQM standards, corporate recipe standards, onboard public health control plan for food safety and HACCP guidelines, and environmental and workplace safety policies and procedures
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Demi Chef De Partie
Cocoon
Pune
05.2015 - 06.2019
- Duties include assisting Production team in food preparation and performing related duties in Kitchen
- Responsible for work assigned by Sous Chef, Executive Chef or Chef de Partie in any section of kitchen as per standards
- Ensure to perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
- Ensure HACCP procedures are followed and clear records are kept at all times
- Exceed guest expectations in quality and service of food products
- Any matter which may effect interests of hotel should be brought to thattention of Management
- Adhere to all recipes, methods and instructions from Executive Chef / Sous Chef / Chef de Partie
- Responsible for production, preparation and presentation of all food items, in assigned function, to ensure highest quality at all times.
- Assisted with development of new menu items, researching and workshopping recipes compatible with existing menu.
Continental, Commis Ll
The Westin
Pune
12.2014 - 05.2015
- Support the Demi Chef de Partie or Commis I in the daily operation and work
- Work according to the menu specifications by the Chef de Partie
- Keep work area at all times in hygienic conditions according to the rules set by the hotel
- Control food stock and food cost in his section
- Prepare the daily mis-en-place and food production in different sections of the main kitchen or satellites
- Follow the instructions and recommendations from the immediate Superiors to complete the daily tasks
- Ensure the highest standards and consistent quality in the daily preparation and keep up to date with the new products, recipes and preparation techniques
- Coordinate and participate with other sections of requirements, cleanliness, wastage and cost control.
Continental, Commis Lll
Deccan Harvest
Pune
12.2012 - 12.2014
- Works in the designated station as set by Executive Chef and/or Sous Chef
- Able to organize the assigned work area and efficiently put away orders
- Able to operate kitchen equipment like braising pan, baking ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves and fryers
- Accepting store deliveries are also part of the Commis III Chef duties
- Coordinate and participate with other sections of requirements, cleanliness, wastage and cost control
- Control food stock and food cost in his section/kitchen
- Cook food and prepare top-quality menu items in a timely manner
- Communicate assistance needed during busy periods.
Industrial Trainee
Cocoon
Pune
06.2012 - 12.2012
- Maintain an inventory of reservation, vacancies and room assignments
- Answer enquiries regarding hotel services, provide assistance and respond to guests' complaints
- Greeting customers, escorting them to seats, taking food and drink orders, and serving food and beverages
- Answer questions regarding the hotel services, explaining menu items and specials, and offering personal attentive treatment
- Responsible for maintaining the hygiene and appearance of the hotel
- Servicing and maintaining the guest rooms and replenishing stock as and when needed
- Providing service items to guest rooms upon requests from the guests
- Food Production
- Preparation of simple food items like vegetable preparation, salads, cold starters etc
- Work according to established health and safety guidelines
- Kept the kitchen area clean and hygienic.
Education
HSC -
Sham Junior College
Dahiphal Beed 06.2011 - 05.2012
BSC in HTS -
Manali's Institute of Hotel Management
Kasegaon 06.2011 - 05.2014
Skills
Food plating and presentation
Institutional and batch cooking
Recipes and menu planning
Food spoilage prevention
Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Food preparation and safety
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/19/1992
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Disclaimer
I hereby declare the above information are true and correct the best of my knowledge.
Timeline
1st Cook
Celebrity Cruises
07.2019 - Current
Demi Chef De Partie
Cocoon
05.2015 - 06.2019
Continental, Commis Ll
The Westin
12.2014 - 05.2015
Continental, Commis Lll
Deccan Harvest
12.2012 - 12.2014
Industrial Trainee
Cocoon
06.2012 - 12.2012
HSC -
Sham Junior College
06.2011 - 05.2012
BSC in HTS -
Manali's Institute of Hotel Management
06.2011 - 05.2014