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Khushboo Balani

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Summary

Experienced culinary professional with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and quality control. Specialised in vegan dishes, with extensive nutritional knowledge and proficiency in time management. Demonstrates adaptability in the kitchen, effective multitasking, and engaging leadership style. Skilled in cost optimisation strategies, kitchen team training, and the use of kitchen equipment. Committed to continuous improvement and excellence in culinary operations.

Seasoned culinary professional with extensive experience in high-end kitchens, focused on delivering exceptional dining experiences. Proven track record of crafting innovative menus, managing kitchen teams, and ensuring top-notch food quality and safety. Expertise in cost control, supplier negotiation, and staff training to optimise kitchen operations and exceed guest expectations.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education

Work History

Head chef

Conquers Hospitality
London, Harrow
05.2023 - Current
  • Collaborated with suppliers for fresh and quality ingredients procurement.
  • Trained junior staff for optimal performance and skill development.
  • Developed seasonal menus to offer variety and freshness in dishes served.
  • Delivered consistently tasty meals by adhering to recipe instructions.
  • Adhered to strict dietary guidelines from customers, ensuring satisfaction.
  • Maintained exemplary hygiene standards in the kitchen area.
  • Implemented new recipes for enhanced menu diversity.
  • Assisted restaurant manager in cost control strategies implementation.
  • Instituted a rotation system to minimise food waste.
  • Managed all aspects of the kitchen, ensuring smooth operation.
  • Fostered a positive work environment, boosted team morale.
  • Established strong rapport with team members through effective communication skills.
  • Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service delivery.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining cooking processes.
  • Properly handled and stored raw ingredients, minimising illness and cross-contamination risks.
  • Prepared selected dishes and ingredients in advance, improving efficiency during peak service hours.
  • Monitored linework processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Oversaw chefs, cooks and kitchen support staff to run smooth operation.

Education

Msc international buisness with advanced practice - International Buisness

Ulster University
Birmingham
09.2021 - 03.2023

Skills

  • Basic computer literacy
  • Use of kitchen equipment
  • Cost optimization strategies
  • Customer satisfaction focus
  • Quality control implementation
  • Specialised in vegan dishes
  • Nutritional knowledge
  • Time management proficiency
  • Adaptability in kitchen
  • Multitasking
  • Kitchen team training
  • Engaging leadership style

Languages

English
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
Sindhi
Advanced
Punjabi
Upper intermediate
Marathi
Upper intermediate
Gujarati
Upper intermediate

Timeline

Head chef

Conquers Hospitality
05.2023 - Current

Msc international buisness with advanced practice - International Buisness

Ulster University
09.2021 - 03.2023
Khushboo Balani