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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Hobbies and Interests
Languages
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Anuj Kharel (Chef De Partie)

Birmingham

Summary

Detail-oriented and passionate culinary professional with over five years of hands-on experience in hot and cold kitchen operations, European and Asian cuisine, and modern plating techniques. Graduated with distinction in a Master's in Culinary Arts from University College Birmingham, with a strong foundation in HACCP standards and food hygiene. Recognized for consistent delivery under pressure, team leadership in busy kitchens, and a commitment to culinary innovation.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef de Partie

Mowgli
Birmingham
03.2023 - Current
  • Led the grill and curry sections, ensuring consistent dish quality and timely service.
  • Supported daily kitchen operations, collaborating closely with Head Chef and junior staff.
  • Monitored ingredient quality and maintained hygiene in line with HACCP guidelines.
  • Played a key role in customer satisfaction through effective plating and presentation.

Chef de Partie

Hidden Palace Pvt. Ltd
09.2021 - 10.2022
  • Company Overview: Nepal
  • Assisted in menu development and cooked a variety of European dishes.
  • Managed mis-en-place, deliveries, and ingredient prep for efficient service.
  • Supported the Head Chef during peak periods with creativity and flexibility.
  • Managed ingredient deliveries and stock rotation, maintaining optimum product quality.
  • Nepal

Chef

chhahari clube house and Banquet Pvt. Ltd
Manigram
04.2020 - 02.2021
  • Oversaw a small kitchen team, and managed kitchen inventory and budgeting.
  • Delivered quality fast food, including burgers, pasta, and sandwiches.
  • Improved food cost control and minimized waste through strategic sourcing.
  • Handling banqueting.

Trainee Chef

Marriott
Bangalore
01.2019 - 06.2019
  • Company Overview: Whitefield Bangalore, India
  • Gained foundational experience across A La Carte, buffet, and banquet operations.
  • Prepared sauces, managed cold kitchen mise en place, and maintained hygiene.
  • Whitefield Bangalore, India

Trainee Chef

Hotel Mulberry
Thamel
04.2017 - 10.2017
  • Company Overview: Thamel, Nepal
  • Assisted in preparing a range of dishes including grilled items, continental and Asian cuisine.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and followed standard prep procedures.
  • Thamel, Nepal

Education

MASTER'S - CULINARY ARTS

University College Birmingham
UK
01.2025

BACHELOR'S - HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Academy of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management
Nepal
01.2021

DIPLOMA - CULINARY FOUNDATIONS

Academy of culinary Arts and hospitality mgt
Lalitpur, Kathmandu
01.2018

CERTIFICATE OF HIGHER EDUCATION - HOTEL MANAGEMENT

New Environment HSS
Nepal
01.2016

Skills

  • Culinary techniques and food preparation
  • Section leadership and team collaboration
  • Recipe development and menu planning
  • HACCP and food hygiene standards
  • Stock and inventory control
  • Time management and multitasking
  • communication and adaptability

Certification

  • Food safety (Level 2)
  • Allergen awareness
  • Hazard analysis and critical control point
  • Health and safety

Hobbies and Interests

  • Exploring cuisines
  • Recipe development
  • Cooking innovation
  • Travel
  • Sports

Languages

  • Nepali, Native
  • English, Highly proficient
  • Hindi, Highly proficient

Languages

Nepali
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Hindi
Intermediate (B1)
B1

Timeline

Chef de Partie

Mowgli
03.2023 - Current

Chef de Partie

Hidden Palace Pvt. Ltd
09.2021 - 10.2022

Chef

chhahari clube house and Banquet Pvt. Ltd
04.2020 - 02.2021

Trainee Chef

Marriott
01.2019 - 06.2019

Trainee Chef

Hotel Mulberry
04.2017 - 10.2017

MASTER'S - CULINARY ARTS

University College Birmingham

BACHELOR'S - HOSPITALITY MANAGEMENT

Academy of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management

DIPLOMA - CULINARY FOUNDATIONS

Academy of culinary Arts and hospitality mgt

CERTIFICATE OF HIGHER EDUCATION - HOTEL MANAGEMENT

New Environment HSS

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