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Dipankar Kar

Dipankar Kar

Cooking
Kolkata

Summary

Dynamic Executive Chef with a proven track record at Sodexo India Services, excelling in kitchen management and team leadership. Achieved consistent food cost targets while enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative menu planning and exceptional food presentation. Skilled in catering and events, with a strong focus on food safety and staff development.

Culinary professional with solid track record in creating exceptional dining experiences and managing high-volume kitchens. Adept at developing innovative menus and ensuring seamless kitchen operations. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability to dynamic environments, consistently delivering high-quality results.

Experienced with culinary arts, focusing on menu development and kitchen management. Utilizes creativity and organizational skills to maintain high standards in food quality. Track record of leading teams effectively and adapting to changing demands in high-pressure environments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef

Sodexo India Servises Pvt Ltd
2020.12 - Current
  • Managed kitchen staff for efficient food production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality dishes.
  • Expanded catering services through strategic marketing efforts, increasing event bookings and revenue streams.
  • Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews, and every month food cost targets were achieved.

Executive Chef

Compass Group Management
2020.01 - 2020.12

Executive Chef

Sodexo India Sevices
2018.04 - 2020.01

Executive Chef

Sodexo India Services
2016.06 - 2018.04

Executive Chef

Sodexo India Sevices
2015.06 - 2016.06

Executive Chef

Hotel Sunshine
2015.04 - 2015.06

Chef De Partie

Sodexo Food Solutions India
2013.02 - 2015.04

Demi Chef De Partie

Sodexo Food Solution India
2011.04 - 2012.11

Commi - 1

The Devyani International
2010.08 - 2011.03

Commi-II

(R.K.H.S) RadhaKrishnaHospitalityServices,India
2008.10 - 2010.07

Commi-II

Hotel Amar Palace
2007.10 - 2008.08

Commi-II

Food World
2006.09 - 2007.04

Trainee Commis

Hotel Vikram
2003.08 - 2006.07

Education

First Aid Training For Handling Medical Emergencie

FIRST AID
Kolkata, India
2025-11

Food & Beverage Production

Hotel Vikram
Hotel Vikram) New Delhi-110024
2006-08

Food Safety Supervisor (FSS) Certificate

FoSTaC - FSSAI
Jamshedpur, India
2023-03

Training On COVID-19 Guidelines For Food Handlers.

FoSTaC - FSSAI
Gujrat, India
2022-06

FOSTAC Completed Training in Catering (Level 2)

FoSTaC - FSSAI
Golden Tulip Hotels
2019-11

Secondary Examination

Akshay Sikshayatan
West Bengal
2003-01

Skills

Safe food handling

Sanitation guidelines

Team leadership

Menu planning

Kitchen management

Inventory management

Food stock and supply management

Kitchen staff management

Staff scheduling

Banquets and catering

Food spoilage prevention

Hospitality service expertise

Recipes and menu planning

Ingredients selection

Hiring, training, and development

Restaurant operations

Hygiene policy implementation

Food service safety training

Recipe management

Food safety

Meal preparation

Customer service

Food presentation

Presentation management

Menu development

Sanitation standards

Signature dish creation

Creative thinking

Decision-making

Problem and complaint resolution

Recipe creation

Food plating and presentation

Inventory control

Catering and events

Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance

Cost control

Timeline

Executive Chef

Sodexo India Servises Pvt Ltd
2020.12 - Current

Executive Chef

Compass Group Management
2020.01 - 2020.12

Executive Chef

Sodexo India Sevices
2018.04 - 2020.01

Executive Chef

Sodexo India Services
2016.06 - 2018.04

Executive Chef

Sodexo India Sevices
2015.06 - 2016.06

Executive Chef

Hotel Sunshine
2015.04 - 2015.06

Chef De Partie

Sodexo Food Solutions India
2013.02 - 2015.04

Demi Chef De Partie

Sodexo Food Solution India
2011.04 - 2012.11

Commi - 1

The Devyani International
2010.08 - 2011.03

Commi-II

(R.K.H.S) RadhaKrishnaHospitalityServices,India
2008.10 - 2010.07

Commi-II

Hotel Amar Palace
2007.10 - 2008.08

Commi-II

Food World
2006.09 - 2007.04

Trainee Commis

Hotel Vikram
2003.08 - 2006.07

First Aid Training For Handling Medical Emergencie

FIRST AID

Food & Beverage Production

Hotel Vikram

Food Safety Supervisor (FSS) Certificate

FoSTaC - FSSAI

Training On COVID-19 Guidelines For Food Handlers.

FoSTaC - FSSAI

FOSTAC Completed Training in Catering (Level 2)

FoSTaC - FSSAI

Secondary Examination

Akshay Sikshayatan
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