PRABHU FERNANDEZ KULANDAI YESU
COIMBATORE
Summary
Adept at dish preparation and menu development, I elevated kitchen operations at FASHION TV by mentoring staff and implementing efficient inventory management. My knack for crafting memorable dishes and fostering a motivated team environment showcases my blend of culinary expertise and leadership skills, driving unparalleled customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
FASHION TV
CHENNAI
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Performed weekly inspections of all equipment for safety compliance.
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Established and maintained regular maintenance schedule, keeping kitchen tools and equipment in operable condition.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Chef De Partie
SEABOURNE CRUISE LINE
WORLD CRUISE
02.2023 - Current
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Demi Chef De Partie
REGENT SEVEN SEAS CRUISE LINE
WORLD CRUISE
08.2015 - 04.2022
- Reduced costs and losses through regular rotation of fresh food items and employment of waste-reduction food prep techniques.
- Assisted with development of new menu items, researching and workshopping recipes compatible with existing menu.
- Supported chef de partie in daily mise-en-place, assigned preparation projects and inventory activities.
- Adhered to food safety regulations and culinary best practices in preparation of ingredients and meals.
COOK
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT, CHENNAI
Chennai
10.2012 - 05.2015
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
Education
Bachelor of Science - FOOD AND BEVERAGE
SIHMCT
TRICHY,TAMILNADU,INDIAHigh School Diploma -
ST JOSEPHS HR SEC SCHOOL
OOTY , TAMILNADU , INDIASkills
- Dish preparation
- Station oversight
- Plating
- Food spoilage prevention
- Recipes and menu planning
- Safe food handling
- Inventory management
- Ingredient knowledge
- Menu development
- Mentoring and coaching
- Motivational team management
- Sanitation procedures
- Food presentation
- Recipe creation
- Staff motivation
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Menu planning
Additional Information
PASSPORT DETAILS : T6433077 (VALID 08/07/2029)
MARITAL STATUS : MARRIED
Languages
- ENGLISH
- TAMIL
- HINDI
Timeline
Sous Chef
FASHION TV
06.2024 - Current
Chef De Partie
SEABOURNE CRUISE LINE
02.2023 - Current
Demi Chef De Partie
REGENT SEVEN SEAS CRUISE LINE
08.2015 - 04.2022
COOK
COURTYARD BY MARRIOTT, CHENNAI
10.2012 - 05.2015
Bachelor of Science - FOOD AND BEVERAGE
SIHMCT
High School Diploma -
ST JOSEPHS HR SEC SCHOOL
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