Valson Praneeth Serrao
chef
Nethodi House, Maroor Post & Village Manglore Taluk, Moodbidri City ,india karnataka
Summary
Skilled Chef de Partie with extensive experience in high-volume kitchen operations and food preparation. Expertise in mise en place, à la carte and buffet service, food presentation, and quality assurance. Strong background in food safety, hygiene, HACCP principles, and kitchen organization. Capable of thriving under pressure, collaborating with teams, and ensuring cleanliness and guest satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Hard Rock Hotel
Hard Rock Cafe Maldives
10.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with Head Chef on daily specials, enhancing guest dining experiences.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained junior cooks in food preparation techniques and kitchen operations.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Prepared diverse menu items, consistently meeting quality and presentation standards.
Demi Chef de Partie
Hard Rock International
hard rock cafe maldives
04.2023 - 10.2024
- Supervised daily kitchen operations and ensured high standards of food quality and safety.
- Trained junior staff in cooking techniques and kitchen procedures to enhance team efficiency.
- Streamlined prep processes, reducing waste while maintaining quality standards across multiple service periods.
- Implemented standard operating procedures for food preparation that improved consistency and reduced errors.
- Collaborated with senior chefs to prepare high-quality dishes during high-volume service periods.
- Supported chef de partie in daily mise-en-place, assigned preparation projects and inventory activities.
Commis Chef
Hard Rock Cafe
Bangalore
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Prepared and assembled ingredients for menu items, ensuring high quality standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, including grills, fryers, and ovens.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
- Assisted in maintaining kitchen cleanliness and compliance with health regulations.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
Chef Trainee
Country Inn Suites by Radisson Blu
Udupi Manipal
01.2019 - 03.2021
- Trained junior kitchen staff on food safety procedures and proper cooking techniques.
- Implemented feedback from supervisors to refine cooking techniques and improve dish consistency over time.
- Worked closely with other kitchen staff to foster a positive teamwork atmosphere conducive to learning and growth.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Trainee Waiter
Hotel Fidalgo
Panjim Goa
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Provided exceptional customer service to enhance guest satisfaction during high-volume dining hours.
- Assisted in food and beverage preparation, ensuring quality and presentation standards were met consistently.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline order delivery and improve operational efficiency.
- Managed table settings, maintaining cleanliness and organization throughout the dining area.
- Inspected dishes and utensils for cleanliness.
Education
Bsc(hs) - BHS(bachelor of Hospitality of Science)
Alvas College, Moodbidri
Moodbidri 03-2020
PUC - Pre-university Course
Excellent College
MOODBIDRI04-2017
High School - SSLC
Adarsh High School
Taccode Moodbidri 05-2015
Skills
- HACCP Knowledge
- Food safety standards
- Food temperature control
- Allergen management
- Food spoilage prevention
- Portion standards
- Allergen management
- Spoilage prevention
- Line inspections
- Food presentation
- Staff Training
- Problem Solving
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Hard Rock Hotel
10.2024 - Current
Demi Chef de Partie
Hard Rock International
04.2023 - 10.2024
Commis Chef
Hard Rock Cafe
09.2020 - 08.2021
Chef Trainee
Country Inn Suites by Radisson Blu
01.2019 - 03.2021
Trainee Waiter
Hotel Fidalgo
10.2018 - 01.2019
Bsc(hs) - BHS(bachelor of Hospitality of Science)
Alvas College, Moodbidri
PUC - Pre-university Course
Excellent College
High School - SSLC
Adarsh High School