Bardan Kalakheti
Lisbon
Summary
High-performing individual with solid background in hospitality industry. Beginning as a dishwasher in a restaurant, my journey in the kitchen has led through several fast food establishments. Advancing from a helper to chef and sous chef, I have gained valuable experience and skills in menu preparation and schedulPrideTake pride in adaptability and ability to excel in any situation, qualities that continue to drive current endeavors.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
JAC Brunch and Concept Store
02.2023 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
Assistant Sous Chef
Social Brew
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Colaborated with head chef to recruit, train, and evaluate staff
- Create new entrees for restaurant menu
- Focusing on breakfast and brunch menu items
- Regular 5 star reviews from customers
- Developed and cooked exciting, memorable burger recipies and created a menu
- Started as a rookie and worked my way up to senior
- Spearheaded menu planning, develop recipe and managing ordering
Kitchen Hand
Bronx Burger
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Assistant Barista
Dabali Cafe
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Company Overview: Nepal
- Cafe menu set up and calculations on cost margins
- Experimenting with local ingredients and tastes
- Created a movement for a new market to venture into with fusion food
- Nepal
Education
Proficiency Certificate - Travel Tourism And Hotel Management
British Gurkha Academy
Kathmandu, Nepal06.2019
Skills
- Kitchen hygiene course
- Detailed-oriented
- Fast decision making and learning
- Ordering and ingredients management
- Well organised and punctual
- Ability to multitask and work in a team
- Employee Scheduling
- Food inventories
- Order Management
Music,Singing,Travels
Like all normal people I also have some spots for music and singing with friends, playing multiple sports , going out for travel with friends and families.
Timeline
Sous Chef
JAC Brunch and Concept Store
02.2023 - Current
Assistant Sous Chef
Social Brew
06.2022 - 12.2022
Kitchen Hand
Bronx Burger
11.2021 - 08.2022
Assistant Barista
Dabali Cafe
01.2019 - 01.2021
Proficiency Certificate - Travel Tourism And Hotel Management
British Gurkha Academy
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