Gaurav Pradhan
Sydney,NSW
Summary
Adept Sous Chef with a proven track record at Lil Darlin', where I spearheaded a team to enhance kitchen efficiency and reduce food waste, significantly cutting costs. Expert in kitchen management and team leadership, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring top-notch food quality and safety. My approach has consistently fostered collaborative team dynamics and elevated guest satisfaction.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Lil Darlin'
08.2019 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
- Maintained open lines of communication with front-of-house management teams to address any potential issues before they escalated into larger problems affecting overall guest satisfaction levels.
- Improved efficiency in kitchen, organizing workflow to ensure timely preparation and delivery of dishes.
- Led kitchen team during high-volume service times, ensuring seamless operation and guest satisfaction.
Education
KOI
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Safe Food Handling
- Knife Skills
- Kitchen Management
Timeline
Sous Chef
Lil Darlin'
08.2019 - Current
KOI
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