Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Additional Information
Software
Certification
Swimming,Cooking,Reading
Timeline
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BIJU K  K

BIJU K K

CHEF
Ernakulam

Summary

High-performing Chef offering 24 years of Different Brands of Five star Hotels and Catering companies experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with Indian,Asian,Thai,Western,Japanese, cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational English Hindi ,Tamil,Malayalam skills. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
Languages

Work History

Executive Chef

OG'Kandari
11.2023 - Current
  • Improved employee retention rates through focused coaching and performance evaluations for career growth opportunities.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering exceptional service in a high-pressure environment.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective inventory management and cost controls.
  • Created visually appealing plate presentations, enhancing the overall dining experience for patrons.

Executive Sous Chef

The Avenue Regent
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Promoted teamwork among kitchen staff, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged creativity and collaboration.
  • Maintained high standards of food presentation by supervising plating techniques during service hours.
  • Mentored junior chefs and provided constructive feedback for professional growth.
  • Developed and implemented staff training programs to elevate culinary skills and knowledge.

Chef De Cuisine

Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty
09.2017 - 07.2023
  • Developed seasonal menus with a focus on sustainability and supporting local farmers, resulting in rave reviews from guests and critics alike.
  • Participated in regular menu tastings with ownership and management to evaluate dishes for flavor balance, presentation, and ingredient quality.
  • Created lasting relationships with local purveyors, fostering a sense of community and collaboration within the foodservice industry.
  • Reduced food waste through careful menu planning, portion control, and regular monitoring of product expiration dates.
  • Menu engineering,discussion with guest,confirm the menu,event planning with team

Senior Chef De Partie

Taj Lands End
11.2016 - 08.2017
  • Improved cost-efficiency with careful vendor selection, negotiating favorable pricing terms on high-quality products used throughout the kitchen.
  • Collaborated closely with other senior kitchen staff in daily operations, fostering a unified team environment conducive to high-quality food production.
  • Led training sessions for new hires, fostering a supportive learning environment that promoted skill development and job satisfaction.
  • Managed the preparation and timely delivery of banquet dishes, accommodating large groups while maintaining consistent quality levels for all menu items.

Chef De Partie

Cis-Catering International Service LTD
08.2011 - 10.2013
  • Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
  • Achieved cost savings by negotiating better pricing with vendors for key ingredients without compromising on quality.
  • Assisted in staff training, developing strong teamwork and consistency in dish preparation.
  • Collaborated with fellow chefs de partie to create daily specials, showcasing culinary creativity and diversity.

Commis Chef

Grand Hyatt Hotel
06.2007 - 04.2011

Commis Chef

VITS Hotel
01.2006 - 06.2007

Cook

Radhakrishna Hospitality Service Ltd
10.2004 - 12.2005

Commis Chef

Sterling Resort
11.2003 - 11.2004

Commis Chef

Hotel Vijaya Castle
04.2002 - 10.2003

Job Training

Sidhartha Regency
03.2001 - 05.2002

Education

Diploma in Hotel Management -

Indian Institute Of Management Studies
Kochi, India
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Ebanazer High School
Veettooor
04.2001 -

Skills

Inventory Management

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Affiliations

Experienced Multi cuisine and passionate chef with experience in various Five star Hotels and Catering company settings, striving to serve the best food possible. Adept in making key decisions and working with other professionals to achieve goals and solve problems. Experienced in managing employee and community programs, and dedicated to successfully directing business operations. Bringing forth a proven history of fostering client relationships in order to maximize sales volume. Adept at business development and seeking new opportunities from a wide range of clients.

Additional Information

Experienced Multi cuisine and passionate chef with experience in various Five star Hotels and Catering company settings, striving to serve the best food possible. Adept in making key decisions and working with other professionals to achieve goals and solve problems. Experienced in managing employee and community programs, and dedicated to successfully directing business operations. Bringing forth a proven history of fostering client relationships in order to maximize sales volume. Adept at business development and seeking new opportunities from a wide range of clients.

Software

Very Easy

Certification

Hystar Gold

Swimming,Cooking,Reading

Swimming Some times,Cooking always,Reading some times

Timeline

Executive Chef

OG'Kandari
11.2023 - Current

Executive Sous Chef

The Avenue Regent
08.2023 - 10.2023

Chef De Cuisine

Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty
09.2017 - 07.2023

Senior Chef De Partie

Taj Lands End
11.2016 - 08.2017

Chef De Partie

Cis-Catering International Service LTD
08.2011 - 10.2013

Commis Chef

Grand Hyatt Hotel
06.2007 - 04.2011

Commis Chef

VITS Hotel
01.2006 - 06.2007

Cook

Radhakrishna Hospitality Service Ltd
10.2004 - 12.2005

Commis Chef

Sterling Resort
11.2003 - 11.2004

Commis Chef

Hotel Vijaya Castle
04.2002 - 10.2003

Diploma in Hotel Management -

Indian Institute Of Management Studies
04.2001 -

High School Diploma -

Ebanazer High School
04.2001 -

Job Training

Sidhartha Regency
03.2001 - 05.2002
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