Sandra Reji
Punalur
Summary
Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Tandoori flames
Newmilford
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Invented diverse menus and formulated recipes spanning from appetizers to desserts and specialty dishes
- Implemented effective portion control measures that positively impacted waste reduction and financial performance.
- Utilized my skills in creating visually enticing plates by incorporating flavorful garnishes and sauces.
- Monitored food production to guarantee quality standards were met.
Chef De Partie
Mayflower Inn
Washington
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Cooked menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen staff.
- Adjusted heat sources according to recipe specifications for each dish prepared.
- Adhered strictly to restaurant standard operating procedures.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning ovens, grills, stoves, fryers.
Line Cook
Grand hotel millenium
Sofia
10.2020 - 09.2021
- Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
- Maintained accurate records of daily production sheets including waste logs.
- Verified adherence to recipe specifications during food preparation.
Intern
Ritz-Carlton
Sintra
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Maintained accurate records of all internship activities performed.
- Assisted in the planning, support, and execution of virtual and in-person engagements.
- Collaborated effectively with teammates and supervisors.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
HRC Culinary Academy
Sofia, Bulgaria12-2021
Skills
- Culinary expertise
- Verbal and written communication
- Kitchen Management
- Company safety standards
- Grilling and deep frying skills
- Cooking techniques
- Culinary techniques
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
German
Elementary
Malayalam
Native/ Bilingual
Hindi
Limited
Timeline
Head Chef
Tandoori flames
09.2022 - 01.2025
Chef De Partie
Mayflower Inn
09.2021 - 09.2022
Line Cook
Grand hotel millenium
10.2020 - 09.2021
Intern
Ritz-Carlton
07.2019 - 02.2020
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
HRC Culinary Academy
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