Arjun Basnet

Casual (4/9/2020 - 7/4/2024)

Full-time (8/4/2024 - current)

• Designed and updated the menu based on seasonal availability and customer preferences.
• Oversaw the preparation of meals to ensure high-quality standards.
• Supervised and trained kitchen staff, including cooks, and kitchen hands.
• Managed kitchen inventory, ordering supplies to maintain stock levels.
• Ensured compliance with food safety and hygiene regulations.
• Developed new recipes and cooking techniques to enhance offerings.
• Controlled food costs and monitored waste management practices.
• Led kitchen meetings to communicate daily operations and goals.
• Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure smooth service delivery.
• Handled customer feedback regarding food quality and dining experience.

Employed as Casual

• Prepared a variety of dishes according to restaurant recipes and standards.
• Ensured proper portioning, seasoning, and presentation of meals.
• Operated cooking equipment, such as grills, fryers, and ovens.
• Assisted in food prep tasks, including chopping, marinating, and mixing.
• Monitored food storage and ensured proper rotation to maintain freshness.
• Worked with other kitchen staff to meet peak dining service demands.
• Cleaned and sanitized workstations and cooking tools after use.
• Assisted in creating daily specials and new menu items.
• Kept track of ingredient usage and communicated stock shortages.
• Followed strict safety procedures to avoid accidents and injuries in the kitchen.

Employed as Casual

• Washed dishes, pots, pans, and other kitchen tools efficiently.
• Maintained cleanliness of kitchen areas, including floors and counters.
• Assisted chefs by preparing ingredients (e.g., peeling, cutting, and weighing).
• Disposed of garbage and recycling materials responsibly.
• Refilled stock items in the kitchen, such as utensils and serving trays.
• Supported chefs during busy shifts by fetching items or delivering plates.
• Cleaned kitchen appliances, such as ovens, grills, and refrigerators.
• Unloaded and stored incoming deliveries of food and supplies.
• Ensured adherence to hygiene standards by regularly sanitizing surfaces.
• Helped with plating and garnishing during peak times.