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Work History
Education
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Certification
Interests
Accomplishments
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Kunal Shreenath

Kunal Shreenath

Hyderabad

Summary

Experienced with managing high-pressure kitchen environments and creating diverse, appealing menus. Utilizes in-depth understanding of culinary techniques and kitchen logistics to streamline operations. Track record of effective team leadership and maintaining consistent quality standards.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Head Chef

Exotica Slice and Sauce Cafe
Hyderabad
11.2024 - Current
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Trained junior chefs in advanced culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Created unique daily specials that attracted repeat clientele and generated positive word-of-mouth referrals for the restaurant.
  • Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.

Demi Chef De Partie

Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort & Spa
Sharjah
09.2023 - 03.2024
  • Prepare special meals or substitute items according to established recipes and quality standards.
  • Regulate temperature of ovens, broilers, grills, and roasters to ensure optimal cooking conditions.
  • Pull food from freezer storage to thaw in the refrigerator, ensuring timely availability for meal preparation.
  • Ensure proper portioning, arrangement, and garnishing of food items.
  • Communicate assistance needed during busy periods, fostering a collaborative kitchen environment.
  • Inform the Chef of excess food items for potential use in daily specials.
  • Relay menu specials and out-of-stock items to Food & Beverage service staff. Serve as a role model for kitchen staff, demonstrating professionalism and adherence to company standards.
  • Anticipate and address guests' service needs, ensuring a positive dining experience.
  • Ensure adherence to quality expectations and standards in food preparation and service.

Owner

K’S Rooftop (Cafe)
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Oversee day-to-day operations of the cafe, ensuring smooth workflow and efficiency.
  • Manage inventory, order supplies, and maintain stock levels to meet customer demand.
  • Implement cost-control measures to optimize expenses and maximize profitability.
  • Ensure the consistent quality of food and beverages through regular taste tests and quality checks.
  • Foster a welcoming and positive atmosphere for customers, ensuring a high level of service.
  • Stay informed about and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, licensing requirements, and food safety standards.
  • Develop and maintain the cafe’s brand identity, including logo, signage, and overall aesthetics.

Demi Chef De Partie

Westin Hotels and Resorts
Abu Dhabi
08.2015 - 08.2020
  • Assisted with development of new menu items, researching and creating new recipes compatible with the existing menu.
  • Planning and directing high-volume food preparation in a fast-paced environment.
  • Coordinate and participate with other sections of requirements, cleanliness, wastage and cost control.
  • Ensure the highest standards and consistent quality in the daily preparation and keep up to date with the new products, recipes and preparation techniques.
  • Instructing and leading subordinates through their daily requirements in food preparation.
  • Making all kinds of the miss-en-place for cold and hot items in the section.
  • Setting up the buffet for Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner.
  • Checking the temperatures of all the freezers and chillers to maintained the records.
  • Expiry for HACCP Audit.

Commis Chef

Taj Krishna
10.2014 - 06.2015
  • Making all kinds of continental salads and appetizers.
  • Arranging all goods in the store and fridges as per the procedures.
  • Setup the buffet for all kinds of food sections.
  • Making the a la carte orders for all the outlets.
  • Checking the expires in chillers and fridges.
  • Monitoring recipe portioning to control food costs.
  • Developing culinary knowledge and techniques for chopping vegetable and spices.
  • Assessing inventory and requesting resupply when necessary to keep ingredients fresh.
  • Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
  • Prevented cross-contamination through utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals.

Education

Bachelors - Hotel Management and Catering

Global Institute of Hotel Management
Hyderabad

Pre-University College - undefined

R.G.Bagdia Arts,S.B. Lakhotia Commerce And R. Bezonji Science College
Jalna, Maharashtra

High School - undefined

Shri. M.S.Jain English High School

Skills

  • Recipes and Menu Planning

  • Schedule Management

  • Stocking and Replenishing

  • Food Preparation and Safety

  • Plating

  • Operations Support

  • HACCP and Hygiene Trained

  • Knife Skills

Certification

Industrial Exposure training from "The Atria" Five Star hotel at Bangalore {India}.

Interests

Vegetable and fruit carving, Travelling, Playing Basketball

Accomplishments

  • Participated in "Association of Catering Professionals" in carving competition.
  • Participated in state level carving competition, held in NITHM Gachibowli, Hyderabad {India}.
  • Won then associate of the month in Westin Abu Dhabi Golf Resort.

Timeline

Head Chef

Exotica Slice and Sauce Cafe
11.2024 - Current

Demi Chef De Partie

Sheraton Sharjah Beach Resort & Spa
09.2023 - 03.2024

Owner

K’S Rooftop (Cafe)
06.2022 - 06.2023

Demi Chef De Partie

Westin Hotels and Resorts
08.2015 - 08.2020

Commis Chef

Taj Krishna
10.2014 - 06.2015

Pre-University College - undefined

R.G.Bagdia Arts,S.B. Lakhotia Commerce And R. Bezonji Science College

High School - undefined

Shri. M.S.Jain English High School

Bachelors - Hotel Management and Catering

Global Institute of Hotel Management

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