JOMON THOMAN MANAVALAN
Ernakulam
Summary
Culinary professional with track record of delivering exceptional menu items and maintaining rigorous food safety standards. Adept at fostering collaborative kitchen environment and consistently achieving culinary excellence. Known for reliability and adaptability to dynamic kitchen needs, with strong skills in recipe development and culinary techniques.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
KOHINOOR MULTI CUISINE RESTAURANT
Kuwait
09.2005 - Current
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Planning food production according to the day's menu and ordering food supplies, as needed.
- Inspecting fresh and frozen foods for quality and freshness
- Creating new recipes and adapting recipes to suit the cuisine of a continental restaurant.
- Preparing continental dishes as well as pantry, grilled and south Indian dishes.
- Making sauces, soups, salads and other items to complement main entrees.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
- Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by maintaining proper storage protocols for perishable items and promptly addressing any potential hazards.
Commis Chef
SAJ FLIGHT SERVICES (P) LTD
Nedumbassery, Kochi, Kerala, India
09.2000 - 08.2004
- Assist head chef with preparing recipes & maintain an organized, clean & sanitized work area.
- Clean and cut meat, fish, and vegetables for the menu items.
- Adhere to all safety guidelines and health regulations.
- Store and organize food and supplies in a safe and proper manner.
- 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.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
Commis Chef
APSARA HOTEL
Chalakudy, Kerala, India
04.1997 - 03.1999
- Assist head chef with ordering supplies & different areas of kitchen as needed.
- Clean and cut meat, fish, and vegetables for the menu items.
- Adhere to all safety guidelines and health regulations.
- Store and organize food and supplies in a safe and proper manner.
- Prepare plates and platters according to instructions.
- Clean up kitchen areas including food prep surfaces, counters, and stoves.
- Follow instructions from the head chef and adhere to the recipe standards.
- Developed strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple cooking stations during peak hours, ensuring consistent quality output.
- Gained valuable insights into the inner workings of a successful restaurant by actively participating in all aspects of kitchen operations..
- Played key role in team that received industry award for excellence in culinary services.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
Education
High School Diploma -
AMS Institute of Management Studies
Kerala, IndiaSkills
- Efficient kitchen organization
- Team coordination
- Knife skills
- Culinary presentation
- Seasonal menu planning
- Custom recipe formulation
- Pastry techniques
- Experienced with kitchen tools
- Soup preparation
- Food safety management
- Cooking techniques
- Team motivation
- Workplace safety oversight
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
Malayalam
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef De Partie
KOHINOOR MULTI CUISINE RESTAURANT
09.2005 - Current
Commis Chef
SAJ FLIGHT SERVICES (P) LTD
09.2000 - 08.2004
Commis Chef
APSARA HOTEL
04.1997 - 03.1999
High School Diploma -
AMS Institute of Management Studies