BHUVANESH KRISHNAN
SALEM
Summary
Culinary professional with extensive experience as Head Chef at BHUVANESH, specializing in menu planning and food safety. Demonstrated success in training staff and optimizing kitchen operations. Skilled in inventory management and passionate about innovative vegan cuisine, ensuring exceptional dining experiences and high standards of cleanliness.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Head Chef
NAGARAJAN
Salem
07.2021 - 03.2025
- Maintained high cleanliness and organization standards in kitchen area.
- Created standard operating procedures for equipment use, storage, and waste management.
- Assisted Head Chef with menu planning, food ordering, and inventory control.
- Coached kitchen staff on sanitation and safety protocols to ensure compliance.
- Trained kitchen workers in culinary techniques to enhance skill sets.
- Communicated with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Prepared various traditional South Indian appetizers, including idli, dosa, and pani puri.
- Reported kitchen staff issues and operational concerns to supervisors promptly.
Head Chef
BHUVANESH
Salem
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
- Ordered food supplies from vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Performed daily line-checks of all products utilized in meal preparation to ensure freshness and quality assurance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mathematical Sciences
AVS COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCE
SALEM01-2020
Skills
- Menu planning and development
- Inventory management
- Food safety and sanitation
- Culinary techniques and cooking methods
- Equipment maintenance and safety
- Banquets and catering expertise
- Vegan cuisine specialization
SKILLS
- Authentic South Indian Cuisine
- Dosa & Idli Batter Preparation
- Sambhar, Rasam, Chutneys
- Tiffin, Breakfast, and Meals
- Menu Planning
- Kitchen hygiene and food safety
- Team Leadership
- Inventory & Stock Management
Languages
Tamil
First Language
Tamil
Proficient (C2)
C2
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
KANNADA
Advanced (C1)
C1
Telugu
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Malayalam
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Affiliations
- Passionate and experienced South Indian chef with over 5 years of expertise in crafting authentic South Indian dishes, only vegetarian specialties, seeking an opportunity to bring traditional flavors to a diverse clientele while contributing to the culinary excellence of your establishment
Certification
- Certified by Indian food standards
- FSSAI
- It's a regulatory body responsible for ensuring the safety and quality of food products in India This includes setting standards for food production, storage, distribution, and import, as well as monitoring food businesses.
Timeline
Head Chef
BHUVANESH
02.2023 - 01.2025
Assistant Head Chef
NAGARAJAN
07.2021 - 03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Mathematical Sciences
AVS COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCE
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