Sk Ukil
Cheef &cooking
West Bengal
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Big Mouth Restaurant, excelling in meal preparation and menu development. Proven track record in enhancing food quality and implementing effective cost control measures. Adept at maintaining food safety standards while fostering a collaborative kitchen environment. Skilled in knife techniques and committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
Languages
Work History
Chef
Big Mouth Restaurant
12.2025 - Current
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
Assistant Cook
New Indian Curry House
10.2022 - 09.2025
- Managed time effectively during busy shifts, maintaining productivity under pressure and meeting tight deadlines for meal service.
- Upheld strict cleanliness standards by regularly sanitizing all surfaces and equipment within the kitchen area.
- Prepared high-quality dishes by following prescribed recipes and adhering to strict quality standards.
- Maintained proper food safety practices, ensuring a healthy and safe dining environment for guests.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
Chef
Pepper Boat Restaurant
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Implemented rigorous quality control measures to ensure consistent taste and presentation of dishes.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
Assistant Cook
Royal Success Cafeteria
03.2019 - 08.2020
Chef De Partie
Gudfud Towar Gusto Food
08.2016 - 02.2018
- Supported head chef in menu creation, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dishes.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
Commis Chef
Abad Plaza Group Of Hotel
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Developed strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple cooking stations during peak hours, ensuring consistent quality output.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
Commis Chef
International Hotel
11.2013 - 07.2014
Cook
Bread World Restaurant
07.2012 - 05.2013
Cook
Comfort Hotel
05.2011 - 05.2012
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Cook
Punnasamy Restaurant
05.2010 - 03.2011
Education
Hotel Management - Hotel Management
Mohanpur High School
Paschim Medinipur, West Bengal - 72143604.2015
Skills
Meal preparation
Menu development
Kitchen management
Food quality
Cost control
Food safety and sanitation
Purchasing
Food presentation
Knife skills
Timeline
Chef
Big Mouth Restaurant
12.2025 - Current
Assistant Cook
New Indian Curry House
10.2022 - 09.2025
Chef
Pepper Boat Restaurant
10.2020 - 10.2022
Assistant Cook
Royal Success Cafeteria
03.2019 - 08.2020
Chef De Partie
Gudfud Towar Gusto Food
08.2016 - 02.2018
Commis Chef
Abad Plaza Group Of Hotel
08.2014 - 03.2016
Commis Chef
International Hotel
11.2013 - 07.2014
Cook
Bread World Restaurant
07.2012 - 05.2013
Cook
Comfort Hotel
05.2011 - 05.2012
Cook
Punnasamy Restaurant
05.2010 - 03.2011
Hotel Management - Hotel Management
Mohanpur High School