AMIR KHAN
Kolkata,West Bengal
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience in diverse cooking techniques and kitchen operations. Proven ability to create flavorful and visually stunning dishes that delight patrons while adhering to the highest standards of food safety. Expertise in optimizing kitchen workflows ensures efficiency and productivity in fast-paced environments. Committed to continuous improvement and innovation in culinary practices, contributing to memorable dining experiences.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commis / Cook
Margaritaville at sea islander
10.2023 - Current
- Serves meals by reviewing recipes; assembling, combining and cooking ingredients; and maintaining a sanitary kitchen.
- Collaborate with sous chef and chef de partie to plan, prepare and deliver the food items to ensure the highest quality service experience to customers.
- Ensure proper food handling, sanitation and following food storage under united states public health procedures.
- Followed safety measures when operating combi oven for cooking various authentic dishes.
Commi-I
Muscle Fuel Food Catering Co.
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Prepare and cook traditional Indian dishes, including curries, biryanis, and tandoori specialties using a variety of cooking techniques and equipment prepared to the highest standard and meet quality criteria.
- Ensure that all dishes are prepared to highest standard and meet quality criteria.
- Ensure that all food preparation and storage areas meet food safety and sanitation standards. Monitor kitchen cleanliness and ensure that junior staffs are following proper hygiene and safety procedures.
Commi-II
Hotel Green Park
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Offered friendly and efficient service to all customers, handled challenging situations with ease. Knowledge of traditional indian cooking techniques, ingredients and regional specialties.
- Maintained central standardized recipe and ingredients information.
- Mastering tandoor cooking techniques and preparing traditional dishes like naan and kebabs.
- Presenting dishes attractively, using garnishes, colours, and creative plating techniques.
- Understanding and balancing spices, herbs, and flavour profiles in Indian cuisine.
Commi-II
Hotel Ambica Empire
02.2018 - 03.2019
- Worked with Chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets. Cooked dishes and entrees in tradition of Indian culture, using various spices, rubs and marinades.
Commi-III
Hotel Raj Place
09.2016 - 12.2017
- Cooked dishes and entrees in tradition of Indian culture, using various spices, rubs and marinades.
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standard.
- Planned lunch, dinner and bar menus, as well as special menus for in-house special events and catering.
- Checked meat temparatures prior to plating and serving dishes, upholding strict standards for food safety and preparation.
Commi-III
Metro Dine Restaurant
08.2015 - 09.2016
- Prepare and cooked traditional Indian dishes for large groups and events.
- Make sure all the ingredients used for curries, tandoori kebabs and Indian bread like naan, roti available in the store room. prepare all preparation for various dishes available on manu ; prepare the all marination for kebabs , making dough for Indian bread, prepare gravy for Indian curries.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations and high quality food. Maintained high standards of food safety and hygiene in the kitchen.
Education
Diploma in Hotel Management -
Annamal Institute of Hotel Management
Chennai, Tamilnadu, India04.2020
Bachelor of Commerce -
Vidyasagar University
Midnapore, West Bengal, India03.2015
Basic computer application - Tally, Accounting and Taxation
West Bengal State Council of Technical Education
Kolkata, India08.2016
Skills
- Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
Certification
- Certificate on HACCP Food Safety System 09/05/2023
- Standards of Tranning, Certification and Watchkeeping(STCW) 22/05/2023 Kolkata, India SEI Educational Trust (Under Directorate General of Shipping, Govt. of India) Address: Debamita, BBT Road, Gopalpur, Sarkarpool, Maheshtala, Kolkata, West bengal.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
MOTHER TONGUE(S): Bengali | Hindi
Other language(s): English
Listening C2 Spoken production C1
Reading C2 Spoken interaction C1
Writing C2
Timeline
Commis / Cook
Margaritaville at sea islander
10.2023 - Current
Commi-I
Muscle Fuel Food Catering Co.
02.2022 - 02.2023
Commi-II
Hotel Green Park
05.2019 - 08.2021
Commi-II
Hotel Ambica Empire
02.2018 - 03.2019
Commi-III
Hotel Raj Place
09.2016 - 12.2017
Commi-III
Metro Dine Restaurant
08.2015 - 09.2016
Diploma in Hotel Management -
Annamal Institute of Hotel Management
Bachelor of Commerce -
Vidyasagar University
Basic computer application - Tally, Accounting and Taxation
West Bengal State Council of Technical Education