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 Islands12-2017
Certificate - Cookery & Hospitality
Nadi College
Nadi, Fiji Islands12-2013
Primary School Leaving Certificate - Primary School
Moto Sanatan Samellan Primary School
Ba, Fiji Islands12-2012
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
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