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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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PASSPORT NO :V1286430
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MURUGANANDHAM D

MURUGANANDHAM D

pondicherry

Summary

Detail-oriented pastry professional skilled in recipe development, food safety compliance, and customer order management. Proven ability to enhance team performance and deliver exceptional customer satisfaction. Dynamic pastry chef with a strong background in menu planning, cost control, and pastry preparation. Contributions to team success resulted in improved operational efficiency and heightened customer satisfaction. Adaptable professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

CAKE DAY (cake shop)

COMMI 1
pondicherry
06.2025 - Current
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.

CONFLUENCE (Banquest & Resort)

TRAINING (60 DAYS)
MAHABALIPURAM
06.2016 - 09.2025
  • Assisted guests with check-in and check-out procedures promptly.
  • Handled guest inquiries and complaints with professionalism and care.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen tools and equipment.
  • Assisted chefs by following instructions for food preparation tasks.
  • Cleaned guest rooms to ensure high standards of cleanliness and comfort.
  • Followed safety procedures while using cleaning chemicals and equipment.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete daily housekeeping tasks efficiently.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

UNIBIC THE FRENCH LOAF

COMMI 1
pondicherry
11.2024 - 05.2025
  • Prepared various pastries and desserts according to standard recipes.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the pastry kitchen area.
  • Met with customers to discuss needed bakery items and take orders.
  • Set ovens to appropriate temperatures to pre-heat.
  • Wrapped items in plastic in preparation for display and to sell to customers.
  • Exhibited thorough knowledge of foods, beverages, supervisory duties, service techniques, and guest interactions.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely preparation of pastry orders.
  • Followed food safety guidelines to ensure quality and hygiene standards were met.
  • Assisted in the decoration and presentation of finished pastry items for service.
  • Operated kitchen equipment such as mixers, ovens, and pastry tools safely.

BREAD BASKET (cake shop)

COMMI 1
pondicherry
08.2019 - 10.2024
  • Prepared diverse menu items using fresh, high-quality ingredients daily.
  • Managed kitchen inventory and ordered supplies to maintain stock levels.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and food preparation areas.
  • Developed new recipes to enhance seasonal menu offerings and customer satisfaction.
  • Trained junior chefs on cooking techniques and kitchen safety protocols.
  • Ensured compliance with health regulations regarding safe food handling, storage, and preparation.
  • Developed menus for daily specials based on seasonal ingredients.
  • Created recipes for new dishes while considering customer preferences, dietary restrictions, cost effectiveness.
  • Maintained records of food costs, labor costs, menu prices, and profits and losses from menu items.
  • Assisted with cake decorating tasks including icing and fondant work.

PASTY COTTAGE (bakery & cake shop)

TRAINING
GOA
03.2017 - 02.2019
  • Facilitated hands-on pastry and bakery workshops, fostering skill development and innovation.
  • Conducted comprehensive pastry and bakery training, enhancing team skills and product quality.
  • Delivered specialized training in pastry and bakery techniques, improving operational efficiency.

Education

High School Diploma -

DIPLOMA IN HOTEL MANAGEMENT BALAJI INSTIT
PUDUCHERRY
03-2017

High School Diploma -

SEKKIZHAR GOVT HIGH SCHOOL PUDUCHERRY
PUDUCHERRY
04-2015

Skills

  • Pastry preparation
  • Food safety compliance
  • Kitchen inventory management
  • Recipe development
  • Customer order management
  • Menu planning
  • Cost control
  • Team collaboration
  • Quality assurance
  • Good Telephone Etiquette
  • Recordkeeping
  • Time management
  • Creative problem solving
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • MS Excel expert

Languages

Tamil
First Language
Hindi
Beginner (A1)
A1
English
Beginner
A1

PASSPORT NO :V1286430

  • DATE OF LSSUE -24/06/2021
  • DATE OF EXPIRY -23/06/2031

Timeline

CAKE DAY (cake shop)

COMMI 1
06.2025 - Current

UNIBIC THE FRENCH LOAF

COMMI 1
11.2024 - 05.2025

BREAD BASKET (cake shop)

COMMI 1
08.2019 - 10.2024

PASTY COTTAGE (bakery & cake shop)

TRAINING
03.2017 - 02.2019

CONFLUENCE (Banquest & Resort)

TRAINING (60 DAYS)
06.2016 - 09.2025

High School Diploma -

DIPLOMA IN HOTEL MANAGEMENT BALAJI INSTIT

High School Diploma -

SEKKIZHAR GOVT HIGH SCHOOL PUDUCHERRY
MURUGANANDHAM D