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Work History
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Thota Pranay Kumar

Reading,United Kindom,

Summary

Accomplished chef with 7-years proven ability of leading culinary team. Passionate, spirited and classically trained in culinary professional. To gain experience & improve my culinary skills under the guidance of expert chefs. Ambitious Junior Sous Chef with strong foundation in culinary techniques and kitchen management. Skilled in food preparation and team collaboration, ensuring seamless and productive kitchen environment. Poised to contribute to exceptional dining experiences and elevate kitchen operations.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Jr. Sous chef

Chilis Indian Restaurant
Reading
06.2023 - Current
  • Preparing delicious, high-quality food that delights our clients and customers
  • Representing Chilis Indian restaurant and maintaining a positive brand image
  • Complying with Food Handling and Hygiene Standards, Health and safety Regulations.

Demi chef

Sodexo India Services Private Limited
Hyderabad, India
03.2023 - 06.2024
  • Selected for Google India fs HYD Salarpuria-3-Core.
  • Handled fresh produce, ensured proper storage to prolong shelf life.
  • Handled kitchen equipment safely; minimised risk of accidents or injuries.

HEAD CHEF

Lis Blanc café
Hyderabad, India
04.2022 - 02.2023
  • Menu planning, Product development, hiring team and management, ensuring guest satisfaction, controlling kitchen management operations
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries
  • Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards
  • Maintained well-organized mis-en-place to keep work efficient and consistent
  • Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expiration dates
  • Collaborated with vendors to source desired recipe ingredients while maintaining tight cost controls
  • Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
  • Implemented new recipes for enhanced menu diversity.
  • Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff, maintaining competent service teams.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and availability, minimising kitchen spending.

Demi chef de partie

ITC KOHENUR
HYDERABAD, INDIA
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Assisted in the preparation of meals by following precise culinary techniques.
  • Ensured high quality dish presentation for improved customer satisfaction.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by maintaining clean and organised workspaces.
  • Collaborated with senior chefs to create innovative seasonal menus.

DEMI CHEF De Partie

THE TAJ MAHAL PALACE
Mumbai
01.2019 - 11.2021
  • Collaborated with Head Chef and Line cook to create delicious meals for large banquets, including BBQ.

HOTEL OPERATIONS TRAINEE

The Indian Hotel Company Limited
Mumbai
01.2017 - 01.2019
  • Successfully Completed TRAINEE in (Food Production) In the Services of The Indian Hotel Company Limited in THE TAJ MAHAL PALACE(Mumbai)
  • Align seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions.

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING

FAIRMONT
JAIPUR
01.2015 - 01.2016
  • Successfully completed industrial training from FAIRMONT (JAIPUR) in the food & beverage production dept
  • Performance appraisal managed Excellence
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree - Catering Technology And Culinary Arts

Culinary Academy of India
Hyderabad, India
06/2014 - 07/2017

Skills

  • To give the training to the staff on regular basis
  • Plan, forecast and budget the revenues and cost for the outlets
  • Actively involved in teamwork in terms of operational, and job knowledge
  • Kitchen equipment maintenance
  • Recipe planning
  • Culinary arts knowledge
  • Stock rotation and control
  • Food safety regulations compliance
  • Staff training
  • Food cost control
  • Menu development
  • Kitchen hygiene management
  • Food preparation

Languages

Telugu
Hindi
English

Certification

· Participated in Intra college culinary competition from the continental Catering Technology & Culinary Artsfrom ASSOCIATION Of Catering Professional (2016)

· Participated in HELLO ENGLISH TRANING COMPETETION For IHCL (TAJ MAHAL PALACE) (2019)

· Recognized For Living the Taj Service Philosophy “GIVING” AND “PASSION” (2019)

· Received “BRAVO” Appreciation while working in the F&B service department

Certificate of Achievement in level 2 food safety and Hygiene for catering ( Dec-2023)

Personal Information

Date of birth: 11/27/95

Custom

  • Attended Outdoor Caterings whenever opportunity provided by the college (2014-2015)
  • Participated as Delegate at INDIAN FEDERATION OF CULINARY ASSOCIATIONS 6TH International chef’s conference, Chennai (2015)
  • Attended an 80 hour’s personality development workshop conducted by MARCH TRAINING under the able guidance of MR. Amar Rao, EX General Manager of Taj Group of Hotel (2105)

Timeline

Demi chef de partie

ITC KOHENUR
01.2024 - 04.2024

Jr. Sous chef

Chilis Indian Restaurant
06.2023 - Current

Demi chef

Sodexo India Services Private Limited
03.2023 - 06.2024

HEAD CHEF

Lis Blanc café
04.2022 - 02.2023

DEMI CHEF De Partie

THE TAJ MAHAL PALACE
01.2019 - 11.2021

HOTEL OPERATIONS TRAINEE

The Indian Hotel Company Limited
01.2017 - 01.2019

INDUSTRIAL TRAINING

FAIRMONT
01.2015 - 01.2016

Bachelor’s Degree - Catering Technology And Culinary Arts

Culinary Academy of India
06/2014 - 07/2017
Thota Pranay Kumar