TALAVIYA VIBHA

Key Skills
Culinary Expertise :

• Proficient in Indian and Gujarati cuisine, including traditional thalis, snacks, gravies, and sweets
• Experienced in British and Western-style cooking, including grilled dishes, roasts, salads, starters, and desserts
• Skilled in menu planning, recipe development, portion control, and flavor balancing
  
  Kitchen Operations:
• Strong ability to manage daily kitchen operations independently or as part of a team
• Efficient in preparing mise en place, coordinating food production, and ensuring timely service
• Experience working in high-volume restaurants with consistent quality standards
  
  Food Safety & Hygiene:
• Knowledge of HACCP principles, safe food handling, and sanitation standards
• Trained in maintaining cleanliness, proper storage, and correct temperature control
• Ensures compliance with health and safety regulations in all kitchen areas
  
  Teamwork & Communication:
• Works effectively with multicultural kitchen teams

• Excellent communication skills with chefs, staff, and management
• Capable of managing pressure during peak hours
  
  Equipment & Techniques:
• Skilled in operating commercial kitchen equipment (grill, oven, fryer, tandoor, mixers, etc)
• Strong knife skills and proficiency in various cooking methods (frying, roasting, grilling, stewing, baking)
  
  Customer Service & Quality:
• Maintains consistent food presentation and taste standards
• Focused on customer satisfaction and special dietary requirements
• Quick to adapt to new menus and restaurant concepts
  
  Strengths:
• Fast learner and highly adaptable
• Strong work ethic and responsibility
• Ability to train junior staff
• Time management and problem-solving skills