Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Certification
Languages
Timeline
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Saurabh Lele

Jasper,AB

Summary

Experienced culinary professional with a strong background in the hospitality industry. Contributing knowledge, management skills, and expertise to a new restaurant business. Seeking a quality work environment to thrive as a valuable team member in a growth-oriented position. Committed to being part of a winning team and driving success in the industry.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner/Cook

Andaaz Jasper
08.2021 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Prepare payrolls and other documentations

Grocery Clerk

Robinsons Food/ Nesters Market
06.2014 - 01.2022
  • Properly stock retail shelves with products
  • Safely and accurately restock product shelves
  • Ensured products are front facing and orderly on shelves
  • Interact with customers of diverse backgrounds in a positive manner
  • Provide accurate information to customers on location of items in store
  • Used pallet jacks and hand trucks to move merchandise to sales floor for stocking.
  • Rotated grocery products ensuring that expired or spoiled items were immediately removed and adhered to "first in, first out" rule.

Line Cook

Alba Restaurant
01.2016 - 11.2020
  • Worked consistently with a team of different nationalities
  • Prepared all recipes according to menu
  • Worked with standards of Mountain Park Lodges
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.

Sous Chef

Dana Hospitality
10.2017 - 12.2019
  • Worked consistently with a team of different nationalities
  • Worked mainly during dinner and also did preparation for barbeques
  • Prepared all recipes according to menu
  • Prepared logs and temperature checks on weekly basis
  • Handled group menus and prepared food for groups

Line Cook

Mountain Park Lodges
05.2014 - 10.2017

● Worked consistently with a team of different nationalities Feb 2015- May 2015
● Worked mainly during dinner and also did preparation for barbeques Jan- 2015-Oct 2017
● Prepared all recipes according to menu
● Worked with standards of Mountain Park Lodges

  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.

Line Cook

Jasper Curry Place
04.2015 - 10.2015

● Prepared sauces and curry preparation.
● Prepared breads and meats in the Tandoor (Indian style clay oven) oven.
● Planned and direct food preparation and cooking activities.
● Handled menu planning and set up whole kitchen
● Garnishing and presentation of food and in new cooking techniques developed.

Assistant Cook

Carnival Cruise Lines
03.2012 - 02.2013
  • Assisted with food preparation for restaurant menus and special events
  • Worked in Continental Cuisine extensively
  • Prepared all menu items, according to recipes
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
  • Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.

Commi 2

The Penne Restaurant
01.2012 - 03.2012

● Assisted with food preparation for restaurant menus and special events
● Worked in Continental Cuisine extensively
● Prepared all menu items, according to recipes

Retail Sales Associate

Gant Store
05.2011 - 09.2011

● Worked as a fashion assistant in retail industry May 2011- Sept 2011
● Efficiency in handling customers
● Work effectively under pressure in closing shift with no supervisors
● Created Sales report
● Handled all kinds of debit card and credit card and cash transactions

  • Greeted customers and provided outstanding customer service.
  • Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and redirect objections to positive aspects.
  • Engaged in friendly conversation with customer to better uncover individual needs.

Trainee

Sahara Star
05.2009 - 09.2009

● Rotated through all major departments including Food Production, Food & Beverage, Housekeeping and Front Office.

  • Operated cash registers and managed financial transactions.
  • Interacted with customers under supervision to support operational objectives.

Education

Hospitality Management Post Graduate -

Lambton College
Sarnia, ON
12.2014

B.SC - Hotel Management

IHM Chennai
Chennai, TN
04.2010

Higher Secondary School - undefined

Vivek College of Commerce
Mumbai, MH
02.2007

Skills

  • Effective knife skills
  • Preparation of different sauces
  • Preparation of soups
  • Preparation of main courses
  • Effective computer skills
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • Internet Research
  • Basic Housekeeping skills
  • Smart Serve Certified
  • Food Safety Certified
  • A1 level in Spanish Language

Hobbies and Interests

  • Enjoy travelling to different places
  • Working out for physical fitness
  • Cooking different cuisine food
  • Reading mystery books

Certification

Certification Course in Continental Kitchen

Languages

Spanish
Beginner (A1)

Timeline

Owner/Cook

Andaaz Jasper
08.2021 - Current

Sous Chef

Dana Hospitality
10.2017 - 12.2019

Line Cook

Alba Restaurant
01.2016 - 11.2020

Line Cook

Jasper Curry Place
04.2015 - 10.2015

Grocery Clerk

Robinsons Food/ Nesters Market
06.2014 - 01.2022

Line Cook

Mountain Park Lodges
05.2014 - 10.2017

Assistant Cook

Carnival Cruise Lines
03.2012 - 02.2013

Commi 2

The Penne Restaurant
01.2012 - 03.2012

Retail Sales Associate

Gant Store
05.2011 - 09.2011

Trainee

Sahara Star
05.2009 - 09.2009

B.SC - Hotel Management

IHM Chennai

Higher Secondary School - undefined

Vivek College of Commerce

Hospitality Management Post Graduate -

Lambton College
Saurabh Lele