CHANDU CHIKKALA
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
A culinary professional with expertise in stock preparation, sauce making, and dessert crafting. Demonstrates a strong focus on quality control and adeptness in kitchen equipment handling. Skilled in vegetable carving and food pairing, bringing a high energy level to every task. Committed to enhancing culinary experiences through innovative techniques and precision.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work history
Commis chef
Somewhere Restaurant
Galleria Mall Dubai, Dubai
01.2024 - Current
- Developed innovative garnishing techniques to enhance plate aesthetics.
- Ensured precise portion control, minimising food waste effectively.
- Mastered diverse cooking techniques through mentorship from senior chefs.
- Supported senior chefs, accelerating speed of service delivery.
- Collaborated with team members to facilitate seamless kitchen operations.
- Contributed to food presentation, improving visual appeal for diners.
- Assisted in seasonal menu planning to incorporate fresh ingredients.
- Organised storage areas for efficient ingredient access during peak periods.
Commis chef
Nikhil Sai Restaurant
Nizamabad,Telangana, India
03.2021 - 10.2023
- Supported dish development, resulting in diverse menu options.
- Assisted in large-scale catering events for successful execution.
- Managed waste to minimise restaurant costs effectively.
- Provided support to senior chefs, enhancing service delivery speed.
- Ensured portion control to reduce unnecessary wastage.
- Followed recipes meticulously, maintaining consistent dish quality.
- Participated in daily inventory checks to prevent ingredient shortages.
- Organised storage areas for efficient ingredient access during peak periods.
Skills
- Stock preparation
- Sauce making
- Quality control focus
- Kitchen equipment handling
- Vegetable carving
- Food pairing knowledge
- High energy level
- Desert crafting
Affiliations
- Play Cricket
- Browsing Internet
- Meeting Friends in the Evening
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Telugu
Native
Timeline
Commis chef
Somewhere Restaurant
01.2024 - Current
Commis chef
Nikhil Sai Restaurant
03.2021 - 10.2023