Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Deeptish Shivam Prakash

Deeptish Shivam Prakash

Nadi

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Demi Chef

Lomoni Island
10.2024 - Current
  • Increased speed of service by efficiently multitasking during peak dining hours while maintaining consistent dish quality.
  • Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on proper cooking techniques and kitchen best practices.
  • Supported chef de partie in daily mise-en-place, assigned preparation projects and inventory activities.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among kitchen staff.

Commis Chef

Lomoni Island
04.2023 - 10.2024
  • Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
  • Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
  • Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Chef

India Gate Restaurant
06.2021 - 02.2023
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.

Chef

Jimmy's Kitchen
01.2019 - 05.2021
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.

Chef

Prawati Catering
01.2018 - 02.2019
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Achieved consistent on-time service, optimizing kitchen workflows and staff scheduling.
  • Customized meal plans for guests with dietary restrictions, ensuring welcoming and inclusive dining experience.

Chef

Sheraton Golf Resort & Spa
02.2018 - 08.2018
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.

Education

High School Diploma -

A D Patel College
Ba, Fiji Islands
12-2017

Certificate - Cookery & Hospitality

Nadi College
Nadi, Fiji Islands
12-2013

Primary School Leaving Certificate - Primary School

Moto Sanatan Samellan Primary School
Ba, Fiji Islands
12-2012

Skills

  • Leadership qualities
  • Vegetable cutting
  • Food safety
  • Knife skills
  • Adaptability in kitchen
  • Sanitation practices
  • Food presentation
  • Ingredient preparation
  • Menu planning
  • Stock making
  • Food cost control
  • Customer service
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Kitchen organization
  • Heavy lifting
  • Food preparation
  • Dish preparation
  • Cleaning and sanitation

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Demi Chef

Lomoni Island
10.2024 - Current

Commis Chef

Lomoni Island
04.2023 - 10.2024

Chef

India Gate Restaurant
06.2021 - 02.2023

Chef

Jimmy's Kitchen
01.2019 - 05.2021

Chef

Sheraton Golf Resort & Spa
02.2018 - 08.2018

Chef

Prawati Catering
01.2018 - 02.2019

High School Diploma -

A D Patel College

Certificate - Cookery & Hospitality

Nadi College

Primary School Leaving Certificate - Primary School

Moto Sanatan Samellan Primary School
Deeptish Shivam Prakash