Trishan Banerjee
London,United Kingdom
Summary
Highly skilled Sous Chef with a strong foundation in effective communication, leadership, and inventory control. Demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and the ability to different situations quickly. A natural problem solver committed to achieving excellence in every task. Seeking opportunities to leverage these skills in a dynamic and challenging environment.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sous chef
Wagamama
London
12.2024 - Current
- Lead and manage daily kitchen operations in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, ensuring quality, consistency, and adherence to food safety standards.
- Supervise and train a team of 10+ back-of-house staff, fostering a collaborative and efficient work culture.
- Successfully rolled out and trained the team on new seasonal menus, contributing to a 15% increase in customer satisfaction and revenue.
- Implemented structured training programs for new hires, improving kitchen cohesion, reducing onboarding time, and increasing team retention.
- Conducted and oversaw weekly stock counts to ensure accurate inventory management.
- Drove cost-saving initiatives such as improved inventory control and portion management, resulting in a 10% reduction in food waste and costs.
- Recognised for culinary excellence and team leadership, earning two promotions within one year.
Junior sous chef
Wagamama
London
10.2023 - 11.2024
- As a key member of the management team, actively support the oversight of all back-of-house operations.
- Take on the responsibility of maintaining the highest standards in food quality, managing inventory, and overseeing various kitchen operations.
- Contribute to the growth and development of the chef team, fostering engagement, motivation, and adherence to Wagamama standards.
- Demonstrate efficiency in coordinating busy weekend services to ensure a seamless and exceptional dining experience
Line Chef
Wagamama
Hatfield, Hertfordshire
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Played a pivotal role in the triumphant launch of the Hatfield restaurant, demonstrating strong culinary skills and attention to detail.
- Consistently upheld the highest standards for food quality, ensuring a seamless dining experience during peak service hours.
- Kept a sharp focus on timely food delivery to meet customer expectations.
- Actively participated in the pre-opening preparations for the restaurant, showcasing dedication to maintaining excellence in kitchen operations.
- Stepped up to Junior Sous Chef within 5 months working for the company.
Education
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield 02.2021 - 02.2023
Skills
Effective Communication
Strong Leadership
Inventory Control
Attention to Detail
Quickly adapt to different situations
Natural problem solver
Affiliations
- Brazillian Jiu Jitsu
- Reading
- Football
Timeline
Sous chef
Wagamama
12.2024 - Current
Junior sous chef
Wagamama
10.2023 - 11.2024
Line Chef
Wagamama
01.2023 - 09.2024
Master of Science - Computer Science
University of Hertfordshire
02.2021 - 02.2023
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