MUSKAN SHAW
Summary
Versatile culinary professional with hands-on experience at The Oberoi Grand and currently serving as a Management Trainee at Neelamber Caterers Pvt. Ltd. (Munna Maharaj), a brand synonymous with premium catering excellence. Skilled in executing high-profile events, enhancing guest satisfaction, and maintaining superior service standards. Demonstrates a strong commitment to continuous learning, innovation, and operational excellence within the culinary and catering industries.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Management Trainee
Munna Maharaj (Neelamber Caterers Pvt Ltd.)
09.2024 - Current
- Assist in prepare large volume meals for events,corporate orders,weddings & functions.
- Developed comprehensive event plan including checklist,inventory tracking,equipment list,staffing list and all necessary requirements.
- Managing & supervise all the live stations in the events.
- Monitor food quality,presentation & portion control.
- Coordinate culinary collaborations with Renowned chef's.
- Participate in the setup and breakdown of catering kitchen at outdoor events.
- Maintained positive guest relations by addressing concerns and implementing successful corrective actions.
Operational Trainee
The Oberoi Grand
07.2022 - 08.2024
- Assist chef's in the preparation and cooking of menu items across various kitchen sections (garde manger, hot kitchen.).
- Support mise en place and maintain kitchen cleanliness.
- Learn plating, portion control, and basic presentation techniques.
- Follow daily kitchen checklists and operational standards set by the hotel.
- Maintain food hygiene and safety standards as per HACCP and hotel policies.
- Support in receiving and storing raw materials, maintaining stock rotation.
- Executed buffet setup, banquet kitchen preparation, and a la carte service.
- Coordinate with stewarding and service teams for smooth kitchen operations.
- Participate in staff briefings and training workshops conducted by the culinary team.
Industrial Trainee
The Oberoi Grand
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Assist in basic food preparation and mise en place (cutting, peeling, marinating, etc.).
- Learn and follow standard recipes and kitchen SOPs under supervision.
- Assisted chef's in different kitchen sections: hot kitchen, cold kitchen, bakery, and butchery.
- Followed instructions and safety guidelines while handling kitchen tools and equipment.
- Label and store food items properly under the guidance of senior chefs.
- Observe and learn plating and presentation techniques.
- Worked in BAAN THAI, a specialized thai restaurant of THE OBEROI GRAND KOLKATA.
Education
B.A. IN INTERNATIONAL CULINARY ARTS - CULINARY
Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management
Kolkata, India07-2022
Skills
- Culinary Technique
- Schedule management
- Guest service
- Resource utilization
- Kitchen Management
- Team management
- Strategic planning
Languages
English
Bengali
Hindi
Hobbies
Travelling
Trying new foods.
Timeline
Management Trainee
Munna Maharaj (Neelamber Caterers Pvt Ltd.)
09.2024 - Current
Operational Trainee
The Oberoi Grand
07.2022 - 08.2024
Industrial Trainee
The Oberoi Grand
08.2021 - 06.2022
B.A. IN INTERNATIONAL CULINARY ARTS - CULINARY
Guru Nanak Institute of Hotel Management
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