RAJESH Madhusoothanan Rajasree
Boston,Lincolnshire
Summary
Innovative Chef with over 7 years of experience in crafting memorable dishes across Continental Italian, Spanish, and Indian cuisines. Designed and executed diverse menus that celebrate international flavours while prioritising quality and presentation. Enhanced dining experiences through experimentation with techniques and fusions, while optimising kitchen operations for efficiency in high-volume settings.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
The four Crossroads Inn Pub & Restaurant
Boston, Lincolnshire
06.2025 - Current
- Prepared consistent quality cuisine for over 1200 covers weekly in a high-demand restaurant environment.
- Managed kitchen operations efficiently, coordinating with staff to maintain smooth service during peak hours.
- Streamlined kitchen operations to reduce preparation times, ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Trained new chefs in essential culinary skills and kitchen management techniques to enhance team capability.
- Planned menus for daily use, special events and seasonal promotions.
- Catered for special events, customising menus to client specifications for memorable occasions.
- Analysed customer feedback, making menu adjustments to enhance dining satisfaction.
- Established clear standards for cooking, garnishing and presenting food.
- Established food presentation guidelines, ensuring dishes were visually appealing.
- Enforced health and safety standards for food storage, preparation and handling.
- Conducted food safety inspections, maintaining strict hygiene standards in the kitchen.
- Coordinated with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Collaborated with the front-of-house team to ensure seamless service delivery.
- Implemented waste reduction strategies, significantly decreasing food wastage.
Head Chef
Blaby Westfield Hotel
Blaby, Leicester
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Planned menus for daily use, special events and seasonal promotions.
- Consulted with customers on dietary issues and food allergies to tailor meals to individual needs.
- Estimated food and labour costs, ensuring operations remained within budget for efficient resource management.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies, ensuring adherence to budget constraints while maintaining quality standards.
- Led team meetings, fostering a collaborative environment and encouraging creative input.
Chef
The four Crossroads Inn Pub & Restaurant
Boston
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Cooked for 700+ covers per week restaurant, delivering consistent quality cuisine.
- Created specialty foods and complex dishes using unique seasonal mixes to enhance menu diversity.
- Designed innovative menu items, incorporating seasonal ingredients for optimal freshness and flavour.
- Innovated new dish creations by integrating customer feedback, leading to increased customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with wait staff to ensure exceptional dining experience and maintain establishment's reputation.
- Coordinated with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
Agency Chef
CSI (Catering service International)
07.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed specialty foods and complex dishes using unique seasonal ingredients, enhancing menu appeal.
- Devised popular dishes that delighted guests and encouraged repeat visits.
- Established clear standards for cooking, garnishing and presenting food.
- Enforced health and safety standards for food storage, preparation and handling.
- Implemented waste reduction strategies, leading to a noticeable decrease in food wastage.
- Engaged with customers to discuss dietary restrictions and allergies.
Agency Chef
Blue Arrow
Coventry
02.2023 - 06.2023
Sous Chef
Grey Ferrers Nursing home
Leicester, England
01.2023 - 02.2023
Territory Manager (Finance)
Inzpyr leads
Kottayam, Kerala
03.2016 - 10.2022
Kitchen Administrator
Kia Oval Cricket Ground (COMPASS GROUP, LEVY RESTAURANT)
03.2015 - 01.2016
Second Chef
BUPA Nursing and Care Centre
Ilford
03.2013 - 02.2015
Cook
Mrs. Gill’s kitchen Ltd.
Edmonton, London
07.2011 - 02.2013
Food Packer
CSS Recruitment Agency
High Street Eastham, London
04.2011 - 07.2011
Chef Trainee
The Residency Tower
07.2010 - 12.2010
Computer Hardware & Customer Support Engineer
ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Trivandrum, Kerala
Customer Support Engineer
Ensure Middle East Trading LLC
Bur Dubai
Hardware Technician
Blaze Systems
Trivandrum, Kerala
Computer Hardware & Customer Support Engineer
M/s. Indicom Systems
Trivandrum, Kerala
Education
Bachelors of Hotel Management -
NVQ Level 3 - Food Hygiene & Safety for Catering
CPD Quality Standards
01-2026
NVQ Level 2 - Food & Safety In Catering
CPD Quality Standards
Advance Diploma - Computer Hardware & Networking
Skills
- Menu planning
- Kitchen management
- Catering experience
- Meal preparation
- Cooking
- Preparation techniques
- Grilling and frying
- Pastry baking
- Sauce creation
- Food plating and presentation
- Food safety
- Food storage principles
- Inventory management
- Budget management
- Cost control
- HACCP certification
- Food Hygiene Certification
- Knife handling techniques
- Cleaning and sanitizing methods
- Decision making
- Staff supervision
- Team leadership
- Multitasking efficiency
- Customer service
- Time management
- International cuisine
- Seafood handling
- Recipe development
- Menu recipes
Language Known
English
Hindi
Tamil
Malayalam
Personal Information
Place of birth: Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala, India
Timeline
Head Chef
The four Crossroads Inn Pub & Restaurant
06.2025 - Current
Head Chef
Blaby Westfield Hotel
11.2024 - 05.2025
Chef
The four Crossroads Inn Pub & Restaurant
01.2024 - 10.2024
Agency Chef
CSI (Catering service International)
07.2023 - 12.2023
Agency Chef
Blue Arrow
02.2023 - 06.2023
Sous Chef
Grey Ferrers Nursing home
01.2023 - 02.2023
Territory Manager (Finance)
Inzpyr leads
03.2016 - 10.2022
Kitchen Administrator
Kia Oval Cricket Ground (COMPASS GROUP, LEVY RESTAURANT)
03.2015 - 01.2016
Second Chef
BUPA Nursing and Care Centre
03.2013 - 02.2015
Cook
Mrs. Gill’s kitchen Ltd.
07.2011 - 02.2013
Food Packer
CSS Recruitment Agency
04.2011 - 07.2011
Chef Trainee
The Residency Tower
07.2010 - 12.2010
Computer Hardware & Customer Support Engineer
ILLINOIS INSTITUTE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Customer Support Engineer
Ensure Middle East Trading LLC
Hardware Technician
Blaze Systems
Computer Hardware & Customer Support Engineer
M/s. Indicom Systems
Bachelors of Hotel Management -
NVQ Level 3 - Food Hygiene & Safety for Catering
CPD Quality Standards
NVQ Level 2 - Food & Safety In Catering
CPD Quality Standards