MUHAMMAD WAQAS
SUSHI CHEF
London,ENG
Summary
I am Muhammad Waqas from Pakistan, a highly skilled and detail-oriented Assistant Sushi Chef with a passion for Japanese cuisine. I have 10 months of hands-on experience in sushi preparation, specializing in crafting traditional and innovative sushi rolls, sashimi, and nigiri, while ensuring both visual appeal and exceptional taste.
I am known for maintaining the highest standards of kitchen hygiene and food safety, backed by Level 2 Food Hygiene Certificate. My proficiency in managing kitchen operations, collaborating with chefs, and delivering excellent customer service ensures a smooth and efficient workflow. As a creative and dedicated culinary professional, I focus on enhancing the dining experience through precision, teamwork, and culinary artistry.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Sushi Chef
The Sushi Co
London, United Kingdom (Remote)
11.2023 - Current
- Assisted the head sushi chef in daily kitchen operations, including sushi preparation, garnishing, and plating.
- Prepared a variety of sushi, sashimi, and other Japanese dishes using fresh ingredients.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and sanitation in accordance with food safety regulations.
- Managed ingredient inventory and assisted in ordering fresh fish, rice, seaweed, and other sushi essentials.
- Ensured proper storage of ingredients to maintain freshness and quality.
- Assisted in setting up and cleaning kitchen equipment.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing guests' needs and preferences.
- Adhered to portion control guidelines and minimized waste.
Education
MASTER - LAW
UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX
Colchester, ESS 10.2023 - Current
Skills
Expertise in sushi preparation (rollmaki, nigiri, sashimi)
Knowledge of Japanese cuisine and culinary traditions
Knife skills and precision cutting techniques
Food safety and hygiene practices
Time management and multitasking in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Ability to work in a team and under the direction of the head chef
Creativity in sushi presentation and innovation in recipes
Accomplishments
- Training: Successfully completed a customer service workshop, enhancing my ability to deliver excellent dining experiences and address guest needs effectively.
- Awarded: Played a key role in our team winning the company’s mystery shopping initiative twice in the last three months by maintaining exceptional service standards.
Certification
Level 2 Food Hygiene and Safety for Catering
Timeline
Assistant Sushi Chef
The Sushi Co
11.2023 - Current
MASTER - LAW
UNIVERSITY OF ESSEX
10.2023 - Current