SANDEEP KUMAR
Hayes,UK
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with extensive Expertise in Vietnamese and Indian cuisines, specialising in wok cooking and stir-fry techniques. Demonstrates exceptional skills in high-volume service, managing over 100 covers efficiently while maintaining food safety and HACCP standards. Proficient in kitchen operations, stock control, and waste reduction, with a proven track record of team training and development. Adept at handling the wok station and fry section, delivering quality dishes such as pho, rice paper rolls, curries, and fried items. Committed to enhancing culinary skills and contributing to dynamic kitchen environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work history
Line Chef (Wok & Fry Section Specialist)
Pho Restaurant
London
2023.10 - 2026.05
- Prepare and cook Vietnamese dishes as per recipes using wok and fryer techniques
- Control cooking temperatures and maintain consistency
- Prepare sauces, broths, and marinades
- Maintain hygiene and HACCP compliance
- Train junior staff and support kitchen operations
- Demonstrated strong knife skills, improved speed and safety in the kitchen.
Cook
Hotel International
Gurdaspur, India
2020.02 - 2023.08
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes
- Handled cutting, marinating, and portioning
- Operated kitchen equipment in high-temperature environments
- Ensured hygiene and sanitation standards
- Managed stock rotation and kitchen cleanliness
- Coordinated efficiently with wait staff for smooth dining experience for customers.
- Maintained cleanliness in work areas, upholding high sanitation standards consistently.
Education
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Mechanical
Punjab Technical University
Skills
- Wok Station (Stir-fry, noodles, sauces)
- Fry Section (Spring rolls, fried items)
- Vietnamese Cuisine (Pho, rice paper rolls)
- Indian Cuisine (curries, gravies)
- High-volume service (100 covers)
- Wok Cooking & Stir-Fry Techniques
- Deep Frying & High-Volume Cooking
- Excellent Knife Skills
- Food Safety & HACCP
- Kitchen Operations
- Stock Control & Waste Reduction
- Team Training
LANGUAGES
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
Punjabi
Proficient (C2)
Timeline
Line Chef (Wok & Fry Section Specialist)
Pho Restaurant
2023.10 - 2026.05
Cook
Hotel International
2020.02 - 2023.08
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) - Mechanical
Punjab Technical University