Naman KAMBOJ
65 Charles Street, Moonah
Summary
Dynamic Tandoori Chef with extensive experience at Amaranta Grill and Bar, specializing in authentic tandoor dishes and Indo-Chinese cuisine. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and maintain high-quality standards. Skilled in marination techniques and fostering team collaboration, ensuring exceptional culinary experiences. Committed to utilizing fresh, local ingredients for superior flavor.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Tandoori Chef
Amaranta Grill and Bar
12.2024 - Current
- Making different types of Naan(churr churr, Butter naan, feta spinach, scallop and basil, pink garlic, keema naan, Gluten free naan).
- Roasting Tandoori dishes in clay oven and combi-oven (kasundi murgh, chargrill octopus, lamb cutlet, Gobi raan, butter chicken).
- Expertly grill and cook meat and seafood on a grill plate(Hyderabadi bhuna ghost, Machli Caldine).
- Preparation of Dosa and sambar and making different types of chutney (Romesco, Peas puree, coconut chutney, beetroot chutney, mango chutney,Timur chutney).
Head Chef
Sizzling Spice and Bar
07.2024 - 11.2024
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
- Trained junior chefs in advanced culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.
Tandoori Chef and Curry
Aahaa Indian Restaurant
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
- Worked closely with management to develop and execute marketing strategies aimed at promoting dishes.
- Supervise the kitchen staff, including sous chef, line cooks and kitchen assistants.
- Ensure every dish meets the restaurant’s quality standards. This includes taste, presentation and portion control.
- Experienced in tandoor-based dishes, including marinating and cooking with a traditional tandoor oven(Tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, Lasuni pudina chicken, seekh kebab, Lamb cuttlet, sandwich paneer tikka, traditional paneer tikka, Achari Paneer Tikka, saffron tikka, malai tikka).
Tandoori Chef and Indo-chinese
Haveli Restaurant
02.2020 - 03.2023
- Followed safety measures when operating tandoor for baking and cooking various authentic Indian recipes.
- Prepared marinades to be used in such recipes as tandoori chicken utilizing wealth of different ingredients and spices.
- Improved overall kitchen workflow by implementing best practices in ingredient handling, storage, and preparation for Tandoori cuisine.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies, reducing waste and optimizing cost-effectiveness for the restaurant.
- Increased efficiency in the kitchen by streamlining the marination and preparation process for Tandoori items.
- Indo-Chinese Cuisine: Expert in Indian-style chili sauce, fresh Manchurian sauce, original Hyderabad-style chicken lollipop, chicken 65, noodles, and fried rice.
Education
Diploma of Hospitality - Hospitality Management
AIBT
Hobart02-2025
Certificate IV in Kitchen Management - Cookery
Campbelll Institutenn
Sydney09-2024
B.A,LLB - Law
Geeta Institute of Law
India05-2019
Skills
- Indo-Chinese Cuisine: Expert in Indian-style chili sauce, fresh Manchurian sauce, original Hyderabad-style chicken lollipop, chicken 65, noodles, and fried rice
- Momo Preparation: Proficient in making both chicken and vegetarian momos
- Dosa Section: Skilled in creating a variety of dosa types with authentic Flavors
- Tandoor Section: Experienced in tandoor-based dishes, including marinating and cooking with a traditional tandoor oven(Tandoori chicken, chicken tikka, Lasuni pudina chicken, seekh kebab, Kasundi murgh, Lamb cuttlet, sandwich paneer tikka, traditional paneer tikka, Achari Paneer Tikka, saffron tikka, malai tikka)
- Curry Section: Specializes in a range of Indian curries, with in-depth knowledge of spices and techniques to achieve authentic flavors
- Italian Cuisine: Experienced in Italian cooking, with a solid understanding of traditional Italian recipes, ingredients, and cooking techniques
- Professional Experience: Worked full-time as a chef in various culinary sections, including Indo-Chinese, tandoor, curry, dosa, and Italian cuisines, maintaining high standards of quality and consistency
Languages
English
Professional Working
Hindi
Full Professional
Timeline
Tandoori Chef
Amaranta Grill and Bar
12.2024 - Current
Head Chef
Sizzling Spice and Bar
07.2024 - 11.2024
Tandoori Chef and Curry
Aahaa Indian Restaurant
04.2023 - 07.2024
Tandoori Chef and Indo-chinese
Haveli Restaurant
02.2020 - 03.2023
Diploma of Hospitality - Hospitality Management
AIBT
Certificate IV in Kitchen Management - Cookery
Campbelll Institutenn
B.A,LLB - Law
Geeta Institute of Law
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