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Work history
Education
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References
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Ali Can Sımsek

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
08.2023 - 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
04.2018 - 08.2023
  • 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.)
05.2016 - 01.2018
  • 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
06.2015 - 08.2015
  • 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.)
10.2014 - 04.2015

Kitchen Personnel Footboy

Göksel Tantuni Restaurant
Mersin
11.2006 - 08.2007

Kitchen Personnel Footboy

Le Chateau De Prestige Hotel
Antalya
04.2005 - 09.2006

Kitchen Personnel Footboy

Yücelen Hotel Gökova
Muğla
06.2003 - 12.2004

Education

A-Levels - Kitchen

CHEFS TABLE KITCHEN ACADEMY
İSTANBUL
02.2015 - 10.2015

MAKİNA - MEKANİK

Tarsus ENDUSTRİ MESLEK LİSESİ
MERSİN
09.1999 - 06.2002

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
08.2023 - Current

Kitchen Chief

The Lion And Key Hotel Londra
04.2018 - 08.2023

demi chef de partie

D.Ream (Doğuş Restaurant Entertainment And Management)
05.2016 - 01.2018

Kitchen Supervisor

Xuma Beach Club
06.2015 - 08.2015

A-Levels - Kitchen

CHEFS TABLE KITCHEN ACADEMY
02.2015 - 10.2015

demi chef de partie

Corinne Hotel
10.2014 - 04.2015

Kitchen Personnel Footboy

Göksel Tantuni Restaurant
11.2006 - 08.2007

Kitchen Personnel Footboy

Le Chateau De Prestige Hotel
04.2005 - 09.2006

Kitchen Personnel Footboy

Yücelen Hotel Gökova
06.2003 - 12.2004

MAKİNA - MEKANİK

Tarsus ENDUSTRİ MESLEK LİSESİ
09.1999 - 06.2002
Ali Can Sımsek