PALAK CHAUDHARI

• Recipes Specialist of different traditional Gujarati food varieties: Sev Khamani, Khaman, Patra, Khandvi, Kachori, Dhokla, Samosa, Undhiyu, Fafda, Jalebi
• Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
• Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
• Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
• Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
• Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
• Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
• Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
• Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
• Developed signature dish that became bestseller, combining innovative flavors with classic techniques.
• Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
• Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
• Reduced food waste significantly, introducing composting program and revising portion sizes.
• Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization in kitchen, passing all health inspections with excellent ratings.

GPA: Higher First Class