Ali Can Sımsek
London,England
Summary
Entry-level Kitchen Manager motivated to contribute to business success with high-quality kitchen service. Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Kitchen Chief Assistant
NOYA
London, England
2023.08 - Current
- Managed time effectively to meet deadlines.
- Took on additional tasks on manager's request.
- Used problem-solving skills to resolve challenges and prioritise workload.
- Completed assigned work within deadlines and to company standards.
- Carried out duties with strict compliance to company standards and policies.
Kitchen Chief
The Lion And Key Hotel Londra
London, England
2018.04 - 2023.08
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
- Trained and managed kitchen staff, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff, maintaining competent service teams.
- Handled and stored food with proper methods to eliminate illness risks and prevent cross-contamination.
- Meticulously checked delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Set kitchen standards governing cooking procedures, garnishes and food presentation.
demi chef de partie
D.Ream (Doğuş Restaurant Entertainment And Management)
İstanbul(Avr.)
2016.05 - 2018.01
- Managed food usage by First-In, First-Out (FIFO) rules, avoiding unnecessary waste.
- Checked freezers and refrigerators to verify correct storage and temperatures.
- Presented dishes with creative plating and merchandising.
- Maintained clean and tidy food preparation areas.
- Supervised and trained junior chefs cook assigned dishes.
Kitchen Supervisor
Xuma Beach Club
Muğla
2015.06 - 2015.08
- Followed kitchen opening and closing procedures when preparing cooking supplies, ingredients and workstations.
- Met kitchen hygiene standards by preparing, implementing and monitoring routine cleaning schedules.
- Conducted weekly inventories to maintain optimal stock levels for kitchen.
- Built and maintained strong working relationship with staff across business.
demi chef de partie
Corinne Hotel
İstanbul(Avr.)
2014.10 - 2015.04
Kitchen Personnel Footboy
Göksel Tantuni Restaurant
Mersin
2006.11 - 2007.08
Kitchen Personnel Footboy
Le Chateau De Prestige Hotel
Antalya
2005.04 - 2006.09
Kitchen Personnel Footboy
Yücelen Hotel Gökova
Muğla
2003.06 - 2004.12
Education
A-Levels - Kitchen
CHEFS TABLE KITCHEN ACADEMY
İSTANBUL 2015.02 - 2015.10
MAKİNA - MEKANİK
Tarsus ENDUSTRİ MESLEK LİSESİ
MERSİN 1999.09 - 2002.06
Skills
- 1 Yıl Kıckbox kıckboks,fıtness,yuzme
- Team Leadership
- Food preparation
- Meal preparation
- Food preparation supervision
- Training
- Portioning understanding
- Safe food handling
- Menu development
- Recruitment and hiring
- First aid knowledge
- Kitchen inventory management
- Cleanliness
- Recipes and menu planning
- Kitchen management
- Cooking
- Kitchen equipment and tools
- Staff supervision
- Grilling and deep frying skills
Affiliations
- Box futbol
Languages
English
Upper intermediate
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen Chief Assistant
NOYA
2023.08 - Current
Kitchen Chief
The Lion And Key Hotel Londra
2018.04 - 2023.08
demi chef de partie
D.Ream (Doğuş Restaurant Entertainment And Management)
2016.05 - 2018.01
Kitchen Supervisor
Xuma Beach Club
2015.06 - 2015.08
A-Levels - Kitchen
CHEFS TABLE KITCHEN ACADEMY
2015.02 - 2015.10
demi chef de partie
Corinne Hotel
2014.10 - 2015.04
Kitchen Personnel Footboy
Göksel Tantuni Restaurant
2006.11 - 2007.08
Kitchen Personnel Footboy
Le Chateau De Prestige Hotel
2005.04 - 2006.09
Kitchen Personnel Footboy
Yücelen Hotel Gökova
2003.06 - 2004.12
MAKİNA - MEKANİK
Tarsus ENDUSTRİ MESLEK LİSESİ
1999.09 - 2002.06