GURUPKAR SINGH
fort william,Highland
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with extensive expertise in kitchen management, menu planning, and food preparation. Demonstrates a strong ability to optimise workflow, reduce costs, and maintain equipment. Proven track record in employee training and development, performance assessments, and engaging leadership style. Adept at vendor relations, payroll and scheduling, and planning seasonal specials. Committed to preventing food spoilage and ensuring high standards of quality in all culinary operations.
Speedy Head Chef with 7 years of experience. Thrives in fast-paced environments while leading dynamic teams. Excels in developing creative menus and satisfying customers.
Driven professional with keen ability to lead kitchen teams. Demonstrates strong culinary skills and exceptional leadership qualities, enhancing both menu development and team efficiency. Focused on creating memorable dining experiences and elevating restaurant standards.
Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Head chef
Lochaber hotels ltd
fort william, Highland
08.2022 - Current
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes.
- Implemented new recipes for enhanced menu diversity.
- Managed all aspects of the kitchen, ensuring smooth operation.
- Instituted a rotation system to minimise food waste.
- Ensured high-quality dishes with meticulous attention to detail.
- Maintained exemplary hygiene standards in the kitchen area.
- Trained junior staff for optimal performance and skill development.
- Collaborated with suppliers for fresh and quality ingredients procurement.
- Adhered to strict dietary guidelines from customers, ensuring satisfaction.
- Monitored inventory levels, ensured timely replenishment of stock.
- Developed seasonal menus to offer variety and freshness in dishes served.
- Directed the preparation of special dishes for events and holidays.
- Upheld health and safety regulations at all times in the kitchen.
- Trained and managed kitchen staff, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
Sous chef
Madhu's of mayfair
London, City of Westminster
06.2021 - 07.2022
- Maintained high standards of food preparation by following recipes accurately.
- Delegated tasks to junior chefs for efficient kitchen operations.
- Ensured quality control with strict adherence to hygiene regulations.
- Delivered consistent culinary excellence to diners through attention to detail in plating and presentation.
- Assisted head chef in menu development, resulting in innovative dining experiences.
- Developed unique flavour profiles for signature dishes, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Assisted cooks to determine freshness and quality of dishes.
- Oversaw chefs, cooks and kitchen support staff to run smooth operation.
- Reduced customer complaints by enforcing strict quality control procedures.
Chef
Madhu's heathrow
Hayes, Hillingdon
03.2020 - 05.2022
- Improved customer satisfaction by creating innovative and appetising menu items.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for enhanced efficiency.
- Enhanced team productivity with effective delegation of tasks.
- Reduced food waste to improve profitability.
- Trained junior chefs to enhance their professional skills.
- Coordinated prep work, streamlined the cooking process.
Assistant chef
Golden palm
Ludhiana , PUNJAB/INDIA
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Collaborated with Head Chef to create innovative and exciting dishes.
- Ensured compliance with food hygiene regulations for a safer kitchen environment.
- Assisted in the preparation of meals, resulting in efficient service delivery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organisation within the kitchen area for an efficient work space.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - INTERNATIONAL HOSPIRALITY MANAGEMENT
COLEMAN COLLEGE
singapore 06.2017 - 08.2018
Certificate of Higher Education - HUMANITY
CENTRAL BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION
LUDHIANA/ PUNJAB/ INDIA 03.2014 - 05.2015
Skills
- Grilling
- Food spoilage prevention
- Seasonal specials planning
- Vendor relations
- Payroll and scheduling
- Kitchen management
- Performance assessments
- Menu planning
- Food preparation
- Engaging leadership style
- Equipment maintenance
- Cost reduction
- Employee training and development
- Workflow optimisation
Affiliations
- cooking and learning different types of cuisine
- listening music
- fitness enthusiast
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Punjabi
Fluent
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Head chef
Lochaber hotels ltd
08.2022 - Current
Sous chef
Madhu's of mayfair
06.2021 - 07.2022
Chef
Madhu's heathrow
03.2020 - 05.2022
Assistant chef
Golden palm
11.2018 - 04.2019
Diploma of Higher Education - INTERNATIONAL HOSPIRALITY MANAGEMENT
COLEMAN COLLEGE
06.2017 - 08.2018
Certificate of Higher Education - HUMANITY
CENTRAL BOARD OF SECONDARY EDUCATION
03.2014 - 05.2015
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