Thilina Dilan Wijesinghe
Tonypandy
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with expertise in English and Sri Lankan cuisine, specialising in menu preparation and recipe development. Demonstrates strong leadership and kitchen supervision skills, ensuring food hygiene and safety compliance while managing stock control and inventory. Adept at baking and pastry preparation, with a proven ability to work under pressure and maintain excellent teamwork and communication. Committed to health and safety compliance, aiming to enhance culinary operations through innovative food preservation techniques.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Head of Kitchen / Sales Executive
Sat Traders Ltd
Mid Glamorgan
12.2023 - 12.2025
- Oversee daily kitchen operations in a busy canteen serving breakfast, lunch, and snack items.
- Manage food preparation, cooking, and service while ensuring consistency and high standards.
- Supervise and train kitchen staff, promoting safe and efficient workflows.
- Coordinate stock control, ordering, and supplier communication.
- Support the sales division by managing customer relationships, growing accounts, and increasing daily revenue.
- Introduced new menu items such as burgers, baked goods, and English breakfast improvements, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Maintain strict food hygiene and safety standards in line with UK regulations.
Kitchen Assistant
Sat Traders Ltd
Mid Glamorgan
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Prepared and cooked English breakfasts, burgers, pasties, buns, and daily canteen meals.
- Assisted the chef in food prep, baking, and organising daily orders.
- Managed food storage, rotation, and cleanliness of all working areas.
- Supported smooth service during busy periods with excellent teamwork and efficiency.
- Recognised for reliability and performance, leading to promotion to Head of Kitchen.
Chef de Partie
Pure Kitchen Pvt Ltd
Colombo
03.2018 - 12.2021
- Prepared and cooked dishes across various stations, maintaining high culinary standards.
- Assisted in menu planning, portion control, and quality checks.
- Ensured proper food handling, storage, and sanitation.
- Worked closely with senior chefs to deliver consistent service during peak hours.
- Trained junior staff and supported new menu development.
Education
Level 3 in Professional Cookery - Reading
Bachelor of Arts (Hons) - International Business
Master of Science - Accounting & Finance
10.2023 - 04.2024
Skills
- Strong knowledge of English and Sri Lankan cuisine
- Menu preparation & recipe development
- Leadership & kitchen supervision
- Stock control & inventory management
- Time management & multitasking
- Food hygiene & safety compliance
- Baking & pastry preparation
- Excellent teamwork & communication
- Ability to work under pressure
- Food preservation techniques
- Health and Safety Compliance
Certification
- Food Safety and Hygiene for Catering Level 2
- Certificate in Food Allergy and Intolerance Training
- Certificate in Practical Skills of Becoming a Chef
Languages
English
Sinhala
Interests
Cooking, Travelling
Timeline
Head of Kitchen / Sales Executive - Sat Traders Ltd
12.2023 - 12.2025
University of Gloucestershire - Master of Science, Accounting & Finance
10.2023 - 04.2024
Kitchen Assistant - Sat Traders Ltd
04.2022 - 12.2023
Chef de Partie - Pure Kitchen Pvt Ltd
03.2018 - 12.2021
University of South Wales - Bachelor of Arts (Hons), International Business
Coleg y Cymoedd - Level 3 in Professional Cookery, Reading