Namal Bandara
Daylesford
Summary
Culinary professional with deep commitment to delivering high-quality dining experiences. Expertise in crafting unique recipes and leading kitchen teams to consistent excellence. Known for adaptability and collaborative approach, ensuring smooth operations and customer satisfaction.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sushi Chef
Fuji Sushi
12.2017 - 02.2024
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Contributed to a safe, clean work environment by adhering to strict food safety guidelines and maintaining a spotless workspace at all times.
- Used various types of knives, hand tools and utensils to fillet fish in preparation for sushi.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Ensured seamless back-of-house operations, coordinating with front-of-house team for timely service.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and hygiene, leading to consistently high health inspection scores.
Chef
Lardar Daylesford
03.2024 - Current
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- 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.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
Commis Chef
Movenpick Hotels & Resorts
12.2016 - 12.2017
- Streamlined food preparation processes with proper mise en place, reducing waste and optimizing kitchen efficiency.
- Supported timely service by preparing ingredients for multiple dishes simultaneously, ensuring all components were ready for plating.
- Developed strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple cooking stations during peak hours, ensuring consistent quality output.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to established safety protocols and promptly addressing potential hazards as they arose.
Commis Chef
Tsukuji Uoichi
01.2015 - 12.2016
- 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.
Education
G.C.E. (O/L) -
Rahathungoda maha vidyalaya
01.2011
Awarded Certificate - Professional Cookery and Training
Swiss Lanka Hotel School
G.C.E.(A/L) - undefined
Poramadulla central college
01.2014
Skills
- Good Communication
- Handling Pressure – Work under stress & Crisis Situation
- Time Management
- Food safety and sanitation
- Cooking techniques
- Knife skills
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food plating and presentation
- Allergen awareness
- Sauce preparation
- Inventory management
Certification
- Basic First Aid Course
- Fire and Rescue Training
LANGUAGES
Sinhala
English (IELTS overall 6.0)
Timeline
Chef
Lardar Daylesford
03.2024 - Current
Sushi Chef
Fuji Sushi
12.2017 - 02.2024
Commis Chef
Movenpick Hotels & Resorts
12.2016 - 12.2017
Commis Chef
Tsukuji Uoichi
01.2015 - 12.2016
G.C.E.(A/L) - undefined
Poramadulla central college
G.C.E. (O/L) -
Rahathungoda maha vidyalaya
Awarded Certificate - Professional Cookery and Training
Swiss Lanka Hotel School
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