Sanchit Kumar Gahlan
Sous Chef
New Delhi
Summary
Accomplished Head Chef at Kidzy Bakery, renowned for elevating menu development and food safety standards. Expert in catering and recipe planning, I significantly boosted productivity and guest satisfaction. My leadership and schedule management skills fostered a collaborative team environment, enhancing staff performance and reducing turnover.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
2
2
Language
Work History
Sous Chef
Boulangerie Bakery
06.2023 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Reduced staff turnover rates through effective communication skills, creating a supportive work atmosphere for all team members.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing guest concerns or special dietary requests, building loyalty among returning clientele.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
Head Chef
Kidzy Bakery
11.2020 - 04.2023
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Trained junior chefs in advanced culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Maintained strict adherence to health department regulations by enforcing proper food handling practices throughout the kitchen area.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Led staff meetings to discuss upcoming events, address concerns or challenges, and reinforce company values as well as expectations within the workplace environment.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
CDP
The Ashok Hotel
11.2016 - 11.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts -
Kendriya Vidhyalay
New Delhi, IndiaSkills
Menu memorization
Schedule Management
Catering background
Recipes and menu planning
Safe handling
Food preparation and safety
Stocking and replenishing
Menu development
Food spoilage prevention
Timeline
Sous Chef
Boulangerie Bakery
06.2023 - Current
Head Chef
Kidzy Bakery
11.2020 - 04.2023
CDP
The Ashok Hotel
11.2016 - 11.2020
Bachelor Of Arts -
Kendriya Vidhyalay