Shan Jacob
Glasgow ,Scotland
Summary
Successful culinary professional with expertise in team and operations management. History maintaining high kitchen standards and exceeding expectations for food quality, safety and style.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef de partie
The Umi
London, Greater London
01.2023 - 10.2024
- Handled and stored food with proper methods to eliminate illness risks and prevent cross-contamination.
- Built and maintained strong working relationship with staff across business.
- Ensured cleanliness in the kitchen to maintain health and safety standards.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
- Prepared, produced and packed food in tight timescales.
- Managed food usage by First-In, First-Out (FIFO) rules, avoiding unnecessary waste.
- Aided management to practice food hygiene standards.
- Executed efficient mise en place to facilitate smooth service.
- Met company portion and serving size standards, maintaining kitchen cost-efficiency.
- Prepared sauces, stocks and soups whilst following traditional recipes.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
Kitchen member
Marugame Udon
London, City of London
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Stocked up pantry with necessary supplies before peak hours, preventing any halt in service due to shortage of ingredients.
- Carried out wide variety of tasks to maintain optimal service delivery.
- Organised ingredients for planned dishes and associated garnishes.
- Completed final assemblies on dishes for service to customers.
- Kept kitchen areas clean, orderly and well-stocked for smooth service.
- Cleaned cooking utensils promptly after use, reducing clutter in the workspace.
Crew member
McDonald's
London
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Ensured customer satisfaction with prompt and accurate order fulfillment.
- Worked fast and accurately to meet customer needs and service goals.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a friendly work environment promoting productivity.
- Maintained immaculate cleanliness standards by regularly cleaning and sanitising workstations.
- Prepared food items according to the established recipes maintaining consistency of taste and presentation.
- Checked completed orders for accuracy, quality and presentation.
Education
Master of Science - Artificial Intelligence
University of East London
London09.2023
Skills
- Portion and cost control
- Food stock control and ordering
- Time efficiency
- Cross functional collaboration
- Strong work ethic
- Proactive initiative
- Food preparation techniques
- Hospitality
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Communication proficiency
- Station setup and management
- Meal preparation
- Asian fusion proficiency
Timeline
Chef de partie
The Umi
01.2023 - 10.2024
Kitchen member
Marugame Udon
06.2022 - 01.2023
Crew member
McDonald's
02.2022 - 05.2022
Master of Science - Artificial Intelligence
University of East London
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