ARINDAM SARKAR
Mumbai
Summary
Over 26 years of experience in the Food & Beverage Production and Management. Deft in planning, supervising, and managing the entire operations including procurement, menu designing, maintenance of inventory levels for smooth functioning of all departments. Developed procedures, service standards and operational policies, planning & implementing effective control measures to reduce running costs of the unit. Boosted the revenues and streamlined workflow. Designed & implemented training programs for bringing keen customer focus, high energy level and team spirit in the employees. Excellent communication, inter-personal, liaison & problem-solving skills; ability to work in multi-cultural environment.
Passionate Executive Chef skilled in menu creation, kitchen staff management and culinary direction. Creative and artistic professional recognized for upholding highest standards and developing compelling seasonal menus.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Vivette Hospitality
Mumbai
09.2023 - Current
Corporate Executive Chef
Hooch Restaurant
Mumbai
08.2022 - 03.2023
Executive Chef
Peninsula Grand Hotel
Mumbai
03.2019 - 01.2020
Head Chef
Breakfast Club
Bahrain
09.2017 - 01.2020
Executive Chef
Mahesh Lunch Home-Sea Food Specialty
Mumbai
04.2016 - 07.2017
Executive Chef
Yellow Banana Food Co
Mumbai
02.2015 - 03.2016
Executive Sous Chef
Sodexo Catering Co
Mumbai
03.2013 - 11.2014
Executive Sous Chef
Park Rotana & Park Arjaan Hotel
Abu Dhabi
05.2011 - 10.2012
Sous Chef
Mombasa Grill African Fusion Restaurant
Abu Dhabi
05.2007 - 03.2011
Jr. Sous Chef
Emirates Palace-Mezzaluna Italian Restaurant
Abu Dhabi
10.2005 - 01.2007
Chef de Partie
Trader VIC's - French Polynesian Restaurant
Abu Dhabi
07.2000 - 09.2005
Education
Diploma - Hotel & Culinary Management
Hope Institute of Hospitality Management Pvt Ltd
New Delhi01.1994
Skills
- Continental cuisine
- Italian cuisine
- Indian cuisine
- Arabic cuisine
- Far East Asian cuisine
- Food quality control
- Hygiene and sanitation
- Menu planning
- Menu development
- Buffet presentation
- Banquet planning
- Menu changes
- Chef's specials
- Team management
Certificates And Awards
- Certification of Appreciation for GCC Summit from Emirates Palace Hotel, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Sheikh Khalifa Excellence Award from Beach Rotana & Towers, Abu Dhabi, UAE
- Rastriya Vikas Ratan Award from Economic Growth Society, Delhi, India
- HACCP Food Hygiene Training by TUV Middle East, Emirates Palace Hotel, Abu Dhabi, UAE
Roles And Responsibilities
As Chef having in-depth knowledge of various Continental, Italian, Indian, Arabic & Far East Asian International cuisine. Responsible for maintaining clean work areas and following sanitation standards, as set by the hotel as part of the HACCP program and following the recently achieved ISO 22000 - 2005 award. Ensures the quality of food served in the hotel is always of high standard and prepared under strict hygiene and sanitary conditions. Ensure all items prepared in the kitchen meet the standards and specifications laid down for menu items with regards to quality, quantity, and presentation. Ensure that all kitchen staff maintains proper grooming, turnout, and hygiene. Makes regular check on buffet presentation in the Restaurant as well as during Outdoor banquets. Reviews and plans future banquet functions according to banquet function sheets. Reviews and suggests menu changes to eliminate slow moving items and introduce new items. Introduce Chef's specials from time to time. Conducts regular meeting/briefing with all kitchen staff. Any other duties that may be assigned by the management from time to time.
Personal Information
- Passport Number: R 4874990
- Passport Date Of Issue: 08/07/17
- Date of Birth: 01/29/76
- Marital Status: Single
Timeline
Executive Chef
Vivette Hospitality
09.2023 - Current
Corporate Executive Chef
Hooch Restaurant
08.2022 - 03.2023
Executive Chef
Peninsula Grand Hotel
03.2019 - 01.2020
Head Chef
Breakfast Club
09.2017 - 01.2020
Executive Chef
Mahesh Lunch Home-Sea Food Specialty
04.2016 - 07.2017
Executive Chef
Yellow Banana Food Co
02.2015 - 03.2016
Executive Sous Chef
Sodexo Catering Co
03.2013 - 11.2014
Executive Sous Chef
Park Rotana & Park Arjaan Hotel
05.2011 - 10.2012
Sous Chef
Mombasa Grill African Fusion Restaurant
05.2007 - 03.2011
Jr. Sous Chef
Emirates Palace-Mezzaluna Italian Restaurant
10.2005 - 01.2007
Chef de Partie
Trader VIC's - French Polynesian Restaurant
07.2000 - 09.2005
Diploma - Hotel & Culinary Management
Hope Institute of Hospitality Management Pvt Ltd