Amal Shaji
Abu Dhabi,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Experienced culinary professional with expertise in sauce making, temperature regulation, and oven operation, ensuring high-quality standards in every dish. Proficient in ingredient sourcing, food hygiene standards, and nutritional knowledge to deliver exceptional dining experiences. Skilled in cooking time management, customer communication, and compliance with food safety protocols, including HACCP regulations. Adept at equipment maintenance and committed to upholding rigorous food safety and hygiene practices. Dedicated to maintaining excellence in culinary operations while striving for continuous improvement within the industry.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Pizzaiolo & Kitchen Assistant
Oregano Restaurant & FyooZhen Pan Asian Restaurant
Dubai, UAE
2024.04 - 2025.02
- Specializing in Chinese and Pan-Asian cuisine while assisting in kitchen operations
- Preparing Italian dishes with expertise in pizza-making and basic Italian cuisine
- Assisting chefs with food prep, cooking, and kitchen hygiene
- Managing stock, sauce preparation, and ingredient handling
- Ensuring food safety, quality control, and recipe execution
- Developing knife skills, temperature control, and mise en place
- Staying updated on Pan-Asian cuisine trends and experimenting with new flavors
- Managed multiple orders simultaneously under high pressure situations, meeting service deadlines successfully.
- Followed recipes precisely to deliver first-class meal quality and consistency.
Small Business Owner
Coolbar
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Managed and operated a small fruit and beverage shop during the COVID-19 pandemic due to limited opportunities in the hotel industry
- Developed entrepreneurial skills, problem-solving abilities, and financial management experience
Freelance Catering Assistant
Kerala
2018.01 - 2022.01
- Ensured smooth operations and excellent guest service
- Gained experience in banquet setup, buffet service, and event coordination
- Developed teamwork and adaptability in diverse hospitality settings
Industrial Trainee
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel
Hyderabad
2019.09 - 2020.10
- Completed comprehensive industrial training across all hotel departments, including Front Office, Housekeeping, Food & Beverage, Kitchen Operations and Human Resources
- Assisted in Human Resources functions such as employee onboarding, documentation, and staff engagement activities
- Developed strong communication and problem-solving skills
Education
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CATERING SCIENCE AND HOTEL MANAGEMENT
BRIGHT INSTITUTE OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT
INDIA, KERALA 2018.08 - 2024.01
12th Grade - COMMERCE
N.S.S HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL
INDIA, KERALA 2017.03 - 2018.03
10th Grade - General Education.
KRISTU JYOTI SCHOOL
INDIA, KERALA 2015.06 - 2016.03
Skills
- Sauce making
- Temperature regulation
- Oven operation
- Ingredient sourcing
- Food hygiene standards
- Nutritional knowledge
- Cooking time management
- Customer communication
- Food safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- HACCP regulations understanding
- High quality standards
Certification
- Pre-Commis Chef Course – Worldchefs Academy (Online)
Completed training in fundamental kitchen skills, food safety, and culinary techniques. - Food Safety & Hygiene Certification (HACCP From Abu Dhabi Agriculture and Food Safety Authority
- Hospitality Training Certificate – Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Hyderabad
Completed industrial training across multiple hotel departments, including kitchen, F&B, and HR
Languages
English
Intermediate
Hindi
Elementary
Malayalam
Upper intermediate
Affiliations
- Watching Cooking Videos & Movies
- Singing
- Researching Cooking Techniques & Recipes
- Culinary Experimentation
Accomplishments
- Appreciation Letter – Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Hyderabad
Awarded by the HR department for dedication and professionalism during industrial training. - Certificate of Appreciation – Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel, Hyderabad
Recognized for outstanding performance and hard work during 4-month training.
Pre-Commis Chef Course – Worldchefs Academy (Online)
Successfully completed an online culinary training program covering fundamental kitchen skills.
Computer Knowledge
- Microsoft Excel – Proficient in creating and managing spreadsheets.
- Microsoft PowerPoint – Skilled in designing presentations with text, images, and multimedia.
- Internet Handling – Experienced in using internet tools for research, communication, and information gathering.
- Social Media – Familiar with managing and promoting content on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.
- Mail Typing & Communication – Competent in professional email writing, managing inboxes, and correspondence.
Timeline
Pizzaiolo & Kitchen Assistant
Oregano Restaurant & FyooZhen Pan Asian Restaurant
2024.04 - 2025.02
Small Business Owner
Coolbar
2022.01 - 2023.01
Industrial Trainee
Radisson Blu Plaza Hotel
2019.09 - 2020.10
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE - CATERING SCIENCE AND HOTEL MANAGEMENT
BRIGHT INSTITUTE OF HOTEL MANAGEMENT
2018.08 - 2024.01
Freelance Catering Assistant
2018.01 - 2022.01
12th Grade - COMMERCE
N.S.S HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL
2017.03 - 2018.03
10th Grade - General Education.
KRISTU JYOTI SCHOOL
2015.06 - 2016.03