Reza Mashhadi-Aghajan
Barnet,City of London
Summary
A dedicated culinary professional with extensive expertise in inventory control and management, menu creation, and Caribbean cuisine proficiency. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills and a positive work ethic, ensuring the highest standards of food preparation and safety procedures. Holds a Food Hygiene Certificate and excels in maintaining health and safety protocols, including COSHH compliance. Skilled in meat butchering, portion control, and catering, with a proven ability to work efficiently under pressure. Committed to delivering excellence in every culinary endeavour while aspiring to further enhance culinary skills and leadership capabilities.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work history
Chef de partie
Mayfair Recruitment Agency
London, City of London
10.2025 - Current
- Ensured cleanliness in the kitchen to maintain health and safety standards.
- Improved presentation of dishes by incorporating innovative plating techniques.
- Worked closely with senior chefs for menu planning.
- Adhered strictly to food hygiene regulations, ensuring safe preparation at all times.
- Cooking day to day menu dishes according to the head chef's requirements
- Taking responsibility for the cooking station
Chef de partie
Mayfair recruitment agency
London, City of London
08.2025 - 10.2025
- Prepared sauces, stocks and soups whilst following traditional recipes.
- Gained expertise in a variety of cuisines from around the world.
- Managed portion control effectively, reducing waste significantly.
- Maintained inventory control without compromising on food quality or taste.
- Assisted head chef in delivering quality dishes within tight deadlines.
- Prepared, produced and packed food in tight timescales.
- Checked freezers and refrigerators to verify correct storage and temperatures.
- Improved presentation of dishes by incorporating innovative plating techniques.
Chef de cuisine
Meaa Whetstone
London , City of London
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste and ensuring freshness of ingredients.
- Designed daily specials that increased restaurant's reputation for creativity and flavour diversity.
- Supervised all food preparation stages maintaining quality control from start to finish.
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by creating unique and appealing menu items.
- Produced high-quality dishes under tight deadlines ensuring exceptional dining experiences.
- Maintained cleanliness standards in line with health and safety regulations.
Prep chef/Head waiter
One Ashbourne
London, City of London
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Followed dietary restrictions while preparing meals accommodating customer needs effectively.
- Maintained stock levels, ensuring regular delivery of fresh produce.
- Assisted in menu planning to utilise seasonal produce effectively.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining cleanliness and organisation.
- Prepared vegetables, meats, sauces for quick assembly during busy hours.
- Stored food items properly preventing spoilage or cross-contamination.
Restaurant manager
Bell Passi Italian Kitchen
Newcastle upon Tyne, tyne and wear
11.2017 - 11.2022
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness within the restaurant premises, upheld reputation of establishment.
- Planned menu changes seasonally for fresh dining options throughout the year.
- Coordinated events and parties to increase restaurant revenue.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, reduced customer waiting time.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial planning, maintained profitable margins whilst ensuring top-notch service quality.
Education
NVQ Level 3 - professional catering and hospitality diploma
southgate college
united kingdom, london 09.2011 - 06.2012
Skills
- Inventory control and management
- Menu creation
- Communication skills
- Ability to work under pressure and time constraints
- Maintaining health and safety procedures
- Food preparation skills
- Positive work ethic
- Food Hygiene Certificate
- Meat butchering
- Catering experience
- Portion control
- Caribbean cuisine proficiency
- Professional attitude
- Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH)
- Time efficiency
Timeline
Chef de partie
Mayfair Recruitment Agency
10.2025 - Current
Chef de partie
Mayfair recruitment agency
08.2025 - 10.2025
Chef de cuisine
Meaa Whetstone
08.2024 - 07.2025
Prep chef/Head waiter
One Ashbourne
02.2023 - 05.2024
Restaurant manager
Bell Passi Italian Kitchen
11.2017 - 11.2022
NVQ Level 3 - professional catering and hospitality diploma
southgate college
09.2011 - 06.2012