Gurwinder Singh
Newnham,TAS
Summary
Driven professional with a proven track record in kitchen and restaurant management, notably at Dawat, where I enhanced food quality standards and inventory oversight. Skilled in fostering team collaboration and efficiency, I excel in kitchen organization and maintaining high sanitation levels. Demonstrated ability to improve operational workflows, achieving significant enhancements in food preparation and service delivery. Responsible Kitchen hand offering proven skills maintaining clean kitchens and promoting customer satisfaction through exceptional service. Dedicated to completing fast-paced work and properly handling food. Service-driven team player good at connecting with people resulting in repeat customers.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Front House and Kitchen Hand
Jungle & Caves Fusion Indian Restaurant & Cafe
08.2024 - Current
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Managed time to juggle multiple tasks simultaneously with ease.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Monitored inventory deliveries to minimize product losses and prep for service.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Helped guests at tables when in need of assistance.
- Assisted servers with delivering food, filling beverages, and retrieving items for guests.
Restaurant Manager
Dawat
01.2018 - 07.2024
- Correctly calculated inventory and ordered appropriate supplies.
- Conducted health, safety, and sanitation process evaluations to identify and remedy any violations immediately.
- Effectively managed payroll and timekeeping, and paperwork for new hires and terminations.
- Developed, implemented, and managed business plans to promote profitable food and beverage sales.
Store Manager
Z & H Distribution
01.2014 - 11.2017
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Promoted team collaboration, performance, and efficiency by fostering healthy environments focused on mutual success.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Language Arts Education
Punjab University Chandigarh
Punjab (India)MBA - International Marketing
University of Wales
England 05.2017
Skills
- Inventory Oversight
- Stock Rotation
- Supply Restocking
- Food Quality Standards
- Food Preparation
- Kitchen Organization
- Surface cleaning
- Temperature Monitoring
- Dishwashing
- Kitchen Cleaning and Maintenance
- Punctual and Reliable
- Food Storage
- Safe Chemical Handling
Timeline
Front House and Kitchen Hand
Jungle & Caves Fusion Indian Restaurant & Cafe
08.2024 - Current
Restaurant Manager
Dawat
01.2018 - 07.2024
Store Manager
Z & H Distribution
01.2014 - 11.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Language Arts Education
Punjab University Chandigarh
MBA - International Marketing
University of Wales
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