Christian D'Silva
Maidstone,Kent
Summary
Resourceful senior sous chef skilled in leading kitchen teams to produce high-quality dishes while ensuring cost efficiency and maximising productivity. Enhanced menu offerings and streamlined kitchen operations, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business. Recognised for creating a collaboelopment and innovation.
Experienced plumber with expertise in diagnosing and resolving complex plumbing issues. Proven ability to implement innovative solutions that enhance system efficiency and minimise downtime. Recognised for exceptional problem-solving skills and dedication to delivering high-quality service.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work history
Maintenance engineer
Maintenance Combined Electrical & Security
Maidstone, Kent
2024.04 - Current
- Performed welding tasks, ensured durable repair works on machinery parts.
- Improved plant safety through strict adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Assisted in budgeting decisions, helped reduce unnecessary expenditure on repairs.
- Solved complex technical issues to maintain smooth operations.
- Adhered strictly to all company policies, maintained high professional standards at all times.
- Averted major production losses by identifying and fixing faults swiftly in machines.
Junior sous chef
Hawksmoor Borough
London, City of London
2024.02 - 2024.04
- Collaborated on special events menus, resulting in successful events.
- Assisted in stock management to prevent food wastage.
- Received high praise from head chef through consistent performance and dedication.
- Coordinated with fellow chefs for smoother kitchen operations.
- Prepared dishes according to recipes ensuring consistency in taste and presentation.
- Utilised excellent teamwork skills whilst working alongside a large team of chefs.
- Helped maintain high standards of food quality with meticulous attention to detail.
- Supported head chef with stock control and rotation, minimising waste with FIFO systems.
- Adapted quickly under pressure, maintaining speed without compromising quality during peak hours.
Senior sous chef
The Ivy Collection
Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
2023.11 - 2024.01
- Improved operational efficiency by implementing new procedures in food storage and handling protocols.
- Handled catering requests for special events successfully.
- Initiated staff training programmes for improved culinary skills.
- Ensured timely delivery of orders, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Led daily prep routines, improving kitchen productivity levels significantly.
- Assisted Head Chef to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
- Prepared gourmet dishes with utmost precision and creativity.
- Supervised junior chefs, ensuring adherence to recipe instructions and quality control measures.
- Supported head chef with stock control and rotation, minimising waste with FIFO systems.
Senior sous chef
Bills
Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent
2022.03 - 2023.11
- Supervised junior chefs, ensuring adherence to recipe instructions and quality control measures.
- Ensured timely delivery of orders, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Demonstrated excellent leadership skills in overseeing the smooth operation of kitchen activities during busy periods.
- Contributed significantly towards achieving positive restaurant reviews on popular online platforms.
- Led daily prep routines, improving kitchen productivity levels significantly.
- Delivered exceptional guest experiences by preparing visually appealing and delicious meals consistently.
- Maintained guest safety, ensuring compliance with food handling, sanitation and storage standards to prevent cross-contamination.
Senior sous chef
Young's Pubs
Lingfield, Surrey
2018.08 - 2022.02
- Worked closely with team members to maintain harmonious work environment.
- Improved menu variety with introduction of innovative recipes.
- Led daily prep routines, improving kitchen productivity levels significantly.
- Adopted best practices from industry trends to enhance menu offerings continuously.
- Prepared gourmet dishes with utmost precision and creativity.
- Ensured timely delivery of orders, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Contributed to increased patronage through consistent top-quality service delivery.
- Handled catering requests for special events successfully.
- Assisted Head Chef to ensure smooth operations during peak hours.
- Controlled labour costs by planning kitchen staff rotas based on peak periods and seasonal trends.
Education
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, German, Geography, History
Riddlesdown High School
Purley, Croydon 2000.09 - 2004.08
NVQ Level 1 - Chartered institute of plumbing and heating engineering
City & Guilds of London Institute
Carshalton, Sutton 2004.09 - 2005.09
NVQ Level 2 - Chartered institute of plumbing and heating engineering
City & Guilds of London Institute
Carshalton, Sutton 2005.09 - 2006.09
NVQ Level 3 - Chartered institute of plumbing and heating engineering
City & Guilds of London Institute
Carshalton, Sutton 2005.09 - 2006.09
Certificate of Higher Education - Hospitality management studies hotel operations
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2026.01 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Hospitality management studies food & beverage services
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2025.09 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Human Health diet and nutrition
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2026.01 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Financial Maths
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2026.01 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Leadership & management skills for business
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2025.11 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Basic life support
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2025.11 -
Certificate of Higher Education - beginner's guide to Microsoft outlook
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2026.01 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Excel 2021 for beginnners
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2025.11 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Microsoft word 2021
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2025.11 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Security Guard Work
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2025.11 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Forklift operator training
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2025.10 - 2026.10
Certificate of Higher Education - Portable Appliance Testing (P.A.T TESTER)
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2025.10 - 2027.10
Certificate of Higher Education - Barista
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2025.09 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Comprehensive car mechanic
Alison
Maidstone, Kent 2025.11 -
Skills
- CPR and first aid certification 22/09/25
- Health, safety, and environmental standards 22/09/25
- manual load management 22/09/25
- Food hygiene certification 24/09/25
- Excellent customer service abilities
- Electrical systems 27/01/26
- Commercial cleaning services 28/01/26
- Plumbing proficiency
- Zonal ordering system
Languages
English
Fluent
Affiliations
- Elite Ice Hockey League ( Redhawks )
- Film buff
- D.I.Y projects
- Creating new dishes at home
- Kite surfing
- Snowboarding
- Freestyle motocross
- Shooting range
Accomplishments
I started in the British army of the young age of 16 years old, and worked my way up in the ranks from private soldier to Corporal. I am proud of my time there and learned a lot.
When I left the army I achieved my plumbing in City & Guilds NVQ level 1, 2 and 3 and started working as a plumber.
What i would consider to be my greatest achievement, Later in life I chose to change career paths and pursue my passion in food. I retrained again, worked my way up through branded and independent restaurants and pubs, Learning the trade and perfecting my skills until I reached management level of sous chef.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Certificate of Higher Education - Hospitality management studies hotel operations
Alison
2026.01 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Human Health diet and nutrition
Alison
2026.01 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Financial Maths
Alison
2026.01 -
Certificate of Higher Education - beginner's guide to Microsoft outlook
Alison
2026.01 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Leadership & management skills for business
Alison
2025.11 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Basic life support
Alison
2025.11 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Excel 2021 for beginnners
Alison
2025.11 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Microsoft word 2021
Alison
2025.11 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Security Guard Work
Alison
2025.11 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Comprehensive car mechanic
Alison
2025.11 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Forklift operator training
Alison
2025.10 - 2026.10
Certificate of Higher Education - Portable Appliance Testing (P.A.T TESTER)
Alison
2025.10 - 2027.10
Certificate of Higher Education - Hospitality management studies food & beverage services
Alison
2025.09 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Barista
Alison
2025.09 -
Maintenance engineer
Maintenance Combined Electrical & Security
2024.04 - Current
Junior sous chef
Hawksmoor Borough
2024.02 - 2024.04
Senior sous chef
The Ivy Collection
2023.11 - 2024.01
Senior sous chef
Bills
2022.03 - 2023.11
Senior sous chef
Young's Pubs
2018.08 - 2022.02
NVQ Level 2 - Chartered institute of plumbing and heating engineering
City & Guilds of London Institute
2005.09 - 2006.09
NVQ Level 3 - Chartered institute of plumbing and heating engineering
City & Guilds of London Institute
2005.09 - 2006.09
NVQ Level 1 - Chartered institute of plumbing and heating engineering
City & Guilds of London Institute
2004.09 - 2005.09
GCSEs - Maths, English, Science, German, Geography, History
Riddlesdown High School
2000.09 - 2004.08