NEERAJ THAKUR
Kangra,India
Summary
I am seeking a DCDP position in a high-end restaurant where I can utilize my culinary skills and passion for seafood cooking to create unique dishes and deliver exceptional during experiences
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work history
Unit Chef
Zomato (Everyday)
Noida, India
06 2024 - 05 2025
- Trained junior chefs to enhance their professional skills.
- Created balanced meal plans abiding by dietary restrictions.
- Developed new recipes for a diverse culinary experience.
- Improved customer satisfaction by creating innovative and appetising menu items.
- Maintained high safety standards during food preparation and serving procedures.
- Adhered to strict hygiene standards, ensured a clean working environment.
- Coordinated prep work, streamlined the cooking process.
- Supervised all kitchen staff to maintain high quality standards.
- Oversaw chefs, cooks and kitchen support staff to run smooth operation.
- Planned menus with diverse and seasonal dishes using sustainable, locally sourced produce.
- Inspected completed work and stations to verify conformance with standards.
- Set kitchen standards governing cooking procedures, garnishes and food presentation.
- Reduced customer complaints by enforcing strict quality control procedures.
Application Chef
IFB Appliances
Jammu
01 2022 - 01 2023
- Conducted live demos for diverse cuisines at Jammu outlets
- Led live cooking classes at IFB Appliance exhibitions.
- Contributed to brand promotion through active participation in exhibitions.
Line Chef
Sly Granny
New Delhi
2019.01 - 2022.01
- Assisted the head chef in menu planning and Italian recipe development.
- Prepared and cooked various dishes, including soups, sauces, and entrees.
- Maintained kitchen inventory and ordered supplies as needed.
Education
Bachelor - Hotel Management
04/2012 - 04/2015
2012 -
Skills
- Excellent cooking skills
- Knowledge of food safety regulations
- Strong leadership and mentorship abilities
- Ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced kitchen environment
Custom
+91 9459041248, chefneerajthakur@gmail.com
Personal Information
- Title: Chef
- Date of birth: 1992-08-15
- Nationality: Indian
Custom
- Employee of the Month
- Teamwork Award at IFB for outstanding collaboration
Timeline
Line Chef - Sly Granny
2019.01 - 2022.01
Unit Chef - Zomato (Everyday)
06 2024 - 05 2025
Application Chef - IFB Appliances
01 2022 - 01 2023
KC Group of Hotel management - Bachelor, Hotel Management
04/2012 - 04/2015
HPBOSE - ,
2012 -