MOHAMMED ZAIN T.Z
Ernakulam
Summary
Aspiring culinary professional with luxury hospitality training at Jumeirah Al Qasr, Dubai and The Ritz-Carlton, Bangalore. Skilled in food preparation, mise en place, buffet and à la carte production, plating, kitchen operations, food safety, and HACCP standards. Passionate about delivering exceptional culinary experiences while maintaining the highest standards of quality, hygiene, and guest satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Commis II
Sultan Veedu Restaurant & Catering Services
09.2025 - Current
- Prepare ingredients and assist chefs in daily food production.
- Perform mise en place for buffet and à la carte operations.
- Ensure compliance with HACCP and food safety standards.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
- Monitor stock levels and report shortages.
- Follow recipes and portion control standards.
- Support buffet setup, replenishment, and presentation during service.
Culinary Internship
Jumeirah Al Qasr
Dubai
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted in preparing appetizers, salads, and main course dishes.
- Supported buffet and à la carte production while maintaining luxury hotel standards.
- Developed strong skills in plating, timing, and kitchen coordination.
- Maintained HACCP food safety and hygiene standards.
- Followed FIFO procedures for food storage and stock rotation.
- Assisted chefs during high-volume breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.
- Received, checked, and organized kitchen supplies.
Culinary Internship
The Ritz-Carlton
Bangalore
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Rotated through the Garde Manger and Hot Kitchen sections.
- Assisted in mise en place for cold and hot kitchen production.
- Supported buffet and à la carte operations during daily service.
- Maintained refined plating and presentation according to five-star standards.
- Followed HACCP food safety and hygiene procedures.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Worked effectively with chefs during busy service periods.
Education
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Academy of Pastry & Culinary Arts
Bangalore, IndiaSenior Secondary Education -
National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
Ernakulam, KeralaSecondary Education -
MES (Muslim Educational Society)
Ernakulam, KeralaSkills
- Food Preparation & Mise en Place
- Buffet & À La Carte Production
- Garde Manger Operations
- Hot Kitchen Operations
- Basic Butchery & Vegetable Preparation
- Food Presentation & Plating
- HACCP & Food Safety
- Kitchen Hygiene & Sanitation
- FIFO Stock Rotation
- Teamwork & Communication
- Time Management
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
Certification
- National Level Hospitality Competition – Food & Beverage Production
- European Cheese Workshop
- Japanese Cuisine Masterclass
LANGUAGES
English, Hindi, Malayalam
Timeline
Commis II
Sultan Veedu Restaurant & Catering Services
09.2025 - Current
Culinary Internship
Jumeirah Al Qasr
02.2025 - 08.2025
Culinary Internship
The Ritz-Carlton
12.2024 - 01.2025
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Academy of Pastry & Culinary Arts
Senior Secondary Education -
National Institute of Open Schooling (NIOS)
Secondary Education -
MES (Muslim Educational Society)