Aman Kumar Sharma
Rourkela
Summary
Dynamic Chef with expertise in high-quality cuisine preparation and presentation. Demonstrated ability to thrive in high-pressure kitchen environments while effectively managing time and multitasking. Collaborated with chefs to develop innovative menu concepts that enhance customer satisfaction and streamline food preparation.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Demi Chef de Partie
Nila
bangalore
11.2025 - Current
- Part of the team which leads collaborative culinary experiences exploring Nagaland's native cuisine.
- Developed diverse menus for the restaurant, special events, catering, and tasting menus to expand customer offerings.
- Ensured quality control of dishes before they were served to guests.
- Lead the range section while producing high quality and consistent dishes.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure safe food preparation practices.
Demi Chef de Partie
ARAKU
Bnagalore
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Presented high-quality dishes aligned with restaurant standards.
- Developed new recipes, enhancing menu offerings to attract and satisfy patrons.
- Single handedly managed breakfast service for the cafe.
- Managed raw material inventory and ordering.
- Performed periodic deep cleaning operations of all kitchen appliances.
Line Cook
Hotel Jerome
Aspen
01.2024 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with Executive Chef Ross Kilkenny at a Michelin Star Restaurant called Prospect in Hotel Jerome of the Auberge collections, enhancing culinary skills in a high-pressure environment.
- Studied operations and workflows across various departments to gain comprehensive understanding of restaurant dynamics.
- Executed food safety and sanitation procedures ensuring compliance with health regulations while maintaining high standards.
- Purchased and received raw materials for inventory management.
- - Garde Manger
- - Production kitchen (for outlets) and events production kitchen - US measuring system
Commis 1
Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters
Bangalore
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Led kitchen team in executing daily operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and service.
- Managed inventory, stock receiving, food preparation, and research and development to optimize kitchen workflow.
- Enhanced coffee preparation and customer service skills to improve guest satisfaction.
Commis 2
LiveAltLife
Bangalore
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with nutritionists to create diabetic-friendly meal options.
- Utilized high-quality ingredients to enhance meal preparation standards.
- Prepared large quantities of staff meals to support team nourishment.
Commis 3
Third Wave Coffee
Bangalore
07.2021 - 05.2022
- Produced semi-finished goods (continental cuisine) and staff meals (Indian cuisine) daily.
- Managed inventory, placed indents, and conducted quality checks during daily shifts.
- Facilitated café operations and commissary kitchen functions.
Management Trainee
Lufthansa
Bangalore
06.2020 - 11.2020
- Conducted cooking and tasting sessions for Lufthansa, Air India, and Qatar Airways, enhancing quality of in-flight meals.
- Prepared meals for First class, Business class, Economy class passengers, first officer, captain, and crew.
- Applied HACCP expertise to uphold stringent food safety standards.
- Worked in Indian, Bakery, Tandoor, Cold kitchen, Dishout and Continental.
On Job Trainee
ITC Royal Bengal
Kolkata
11.2019 - 03.2020
- Contributed to Grand market pavilion, one of city’s largest buffet setups, enhancing guest experience.
- Organized and arranged large quantities of ingredients to optimize kitchen workflow.
- Trained across all sections of Indian kitchen to support sous chef in daily operations.
Vocational Trainee
The Westin
Kolkata
12.2018 - 01.2019
- Completed training on semi-finished meat products, enhancing product knowledge.
- Assisted in butchery department, acquiring skills in meat cuts and handling techniques.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service.
- Assisted in daily operations of front desk and guest services.
- Supported housekeeping team in maintaining cleanliness and organization.
Intern
Marriot Anchorage Downtown
05.2018 - 07.2018
- Managed live stations in breakfast buffet, ensuring smooth operations and guest satisfaction.
- Prepared meals in à la carte restaurants after buffet service, contributing to high-quality dining experiences.
- Assisted front desk staff with guest check-ins and check-outs.
- Managed reservations using hotel management software.
- Provided concierge services to enhance guest experiences.
Intern
Chateau Elan hotel and business conference centre
sebring
02.2018 - 05.2018
- Contributed to operations across all major departments of the hotel.
- Executed line cooking duties in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Prepared soups, salads, and main courses for pre-plated banquet service, ensuring timely and quality food delivery.
Education
Bachelors of Science - hospitality management
International Institute of Hotel Management
Kolkata03-2019
Bachelors of Science - Hotel administration
Bharthiar University
Coimbatore03-2019
Skills
- Food safety
- Quality control
- Inventory management
- Recipe development
- High-pressure performance
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Ingredient knowledge
- Time management
Additional Information
Led the Indian section in International food festival, IIHM Kolkata., Winner of inter-college fashion show in IIHM, Kolkata., Volunteered for the young chef olympiad in Kolkata., Winner of Inter-school and district level table tennis tournament in Rajasthan., Worked in multiple events as a bartender., Catered for Lufthansa, Air France, Qatar Airways, Indigo, Spice jet and Air India. Helping in menu planning and made Grocery inventory.
Hobbies and Interests
- Playing Table Tennis
- Watching food vlogs
- Exploring local food
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 03/21/96
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Native
Native
Timeline
Demi Chef de Partie
Nila
11.2025 - Current
Demi Chef de Partie
ARAKU
06.2025 - 09.2025
Line Cook
Hotel Jerome
01.2024 - 01.2025
Commis 1
Blue Tokai Coffee Roasters
03.2023 - 11.2023
Commis 2
LiveAltLife
08.2022 - 12.2022
Commis 3
Third Wave Coffee
07.2021 - 05.2022
Management Trainee
Lufthansa
06.2020 - 11.2020
On Job Trainee
ITC Royal Bengal
11.2019 - 03.2020
Vocational Trainee
The Westin
12.2018 - 01.2019
Intern
Marriot Anchorage Downtown
05.2018 - 07.2018
Intern
Chateau Elan hotel and business conference centre
02.2018 - 05.2018
Bachelors of Science - hospitality management
International Institute of Hotel Management
Bachelors of Science - Hotel administration
Bharthiar University