Gadadhar Das
Bhubaneswar
Summary
Experienced and dedicated hotel chef with over 15 years of culinary expertise in Indian cuisine. Adept at managing kitchen operations, supervising staff, and ensuring high-quality food production. Proven track record of working in renowned hotels and restaurants across Odisha, with a specialization in multi-cuisine, particularly Indian dishes. Currently working as the Head Indian Chef, demonstrating strong leadership and kitchen management skills.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Indian Head Chef
Mothers Café cum Multi-Cuisine Restaurant
Gop
06.2022 - Current
- Lead the kitchen team with a focus on Indian cuisine, ensuring the consistent quality of every dish prepared.
- Maintain overall responsibility for the kitchen’s day-to-day operations, ensuring compliance with food safety regulations and hygiene standards.
- Develop seasonal menus, experiment with fusion dishes, and introduce fresh flavors to keep the offerings dynamic.
- Actively manage inventory and vendor relationships to ensure smooth kitchen operations and availability of ingredients.
- Foster collaboration among kitchen staff and provide ongoing training to improve efficiency and cooking techniques.
Kitchen Incharge
Bideshi Café cum Multi-Cuisine Restaurant
Bhubaneswar
03.2014 - 05.2019
- Directed the kitchen’s daily operations, with a specialization in Indian cuisine, ensuring every dish met the highest culinary standards.
- Streamlined multi-cuisine preparation to cater to a diverse customer base, increasing customer satisfaction and retention.
- Launched several new dishes that became signature items on the menu and improved the overall dining experience through innovation.
- Managed staff performance and implemented structured training programs to elevate kitchen efficiency and teamwork.
- Ensured stringent adherence to food safety protocols and maintained optimal kitchen hygiene throughout the restaurant’s operations.
Kitchen Incharge
The Regent
Bhubaneswar
01.2009 - 11.2013
- Managed daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely food preparation and quality standards.
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff, improving efficiency and service delivery.
- Designed and updated the Indian cuisine menu to enhance customer satisfaction.
Commie I (Indian Cuisine)
Hotel Connolly Resort
Puri
06.2004 - 11.2007
- Assisted in preparing Indian cuisine for resort guests.
- Ensured the maintenance of hygiene and food quality standards in the kitchen.
- Worked closely with the head chef to develop new recipes and menus.
Commie I (Indian Cuisine)
Hotel Lions
Cuttack
02.2001 - 06.2002
- Prepared Indian cuisine and handled kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain consistent food quality.
Commie II (Indian Cuisine)
Hotel Toshali Sands
Puri
02.1994 - 11.1999
- Assisted in Indian food preparation and handled kitchen tasks.
- Ensured the kitchen was clean and organized while assisting senior chefs.
Skills
- Expertise in Indian Cuisine
- Kitchen Management
- Staff Training and Supervision
- Menu Development
- Food Quality Control
- Multi-Cuisine Cooking
Languages
Odia
First Language
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Timeline
Indian Head Chef
Mothers Café cum Multi-Cuisine Restaurant
06.2022 - Current
Kitchen Incharge
Bideshi Café cum Multi-Cuisine Restaurant
03.2014 - 05.2019
Kitchen Incharge
The Regent
01.2009 - 11.2013
Commie I (Indian Cuisine)
Hotel Connolly Resort
06.2004 - 11.2007
Commie I (Indian Cuisine)
Hotel Lions
02.2001 - 06.2002
Commie II (Indian Cuisine)
Hotel Toshali Sands
02.1994 - 11.1999
Similar Profiles
Shijin MannantavidaShijin Mannantavida
Senior floor manager at Al Mas Family Restaurant - Multi CuisineSenior floor manager at Al Mas Family Restaurant - Multi Cuisine
VEERANJANEYA PAVAN PRATHIPATIVEERANJANEYA PAVAN PRATHIPATI
Pizza delivery person at Chandu's Eat Grid Multi Cuisine Family RestaurantPizza delivery person at Chandu's Eat Grid Multi Cuisine Family Restaurant
Atiqul IslamAtiqul Islam
Steward at Cafe Milano ( Multi-Cuisine Restaurant)Steward at Cafe Milano ( Multi-Cuisine Restaurant)
Kartikey PandeyKartikey Pandey
Curriculum Developer - Logical Reasoning & Mathematics at Kidway Education Pvt. Ltd.Curriculum Developer - Logical Reasoning & Mathematics at Kidway Education Pvt. Ltd.
GAUTAM VATSGAUTAM VATS
Junior Research Fellow at National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR)Junior Research Fellow at National Bureau of Plant Genetic Resources (NBPGR)