ARJOHN M. AYNERA
Dubai
Summary
Executive Chef driven by a passion for creating exceptional culinary experiences that delight and inspire. Skilled in delivering diverse cuisine in high-volume environments, with a talent for innovative presentation techniques. Dedicated to enhancing profitability through strategic cost management and operational excellence. Eager to bring a blend of creativity, leadership, and efficiency to your team, contributing to its success and growth.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Ba Da Dining
Dubai
08.2024 - Current
- Create and innovate menus that align with the restaurant's concept and customer preferences.
- Ensure all dishes meet the restaurant's standards for quality, taste, and presentation.
- Monitor food preparation and portioning to maintain consistency and health regulations.
- Enforce strict compliance with food safety, sanitation, and hygiene standards.
- Oversee inventory, including ordering ingredients and managing stock levels.
- Monitor food costs and minimize waste through efficient kitchen operations.
- Negotiate with suppliers to secure quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Recruit, train, mentor, and supervise kitchen staff.
- Delegate responsibilities effectively and oversee kitchen workflow.
- Collaborate with the restaurant manager to plan and execute special events or seasonal promotions.
- Ensure the kitchen operates efficiently during peak hours.
Executive Chef
Otoro Restaurant (1 star Michelin Bib Gourmand 2023 & 2024)
Abu Dhabi
01.2024 - 08.2024
- Developing creative and innovative menus in line with the restaurant's concept and target audience.
- Overseeing all aspects of kitchen operations, including staff management, scheduling, training, and supervision.
- Ensuring that all dishes meet the established standards for taste, presentation, and portion size.
- Managing food inventory levels, ordering supplies, and controlling costs to ensure efficient use of resources and minimize waste.
- Implementing and enforcing strict hygiene and safety standards to prevent food contamination and ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Working closely with front-of-house staff, management, and other departments to ensure smooth coordination of operations and provide excellent customer service.
- Determining appropriate pricing for menu items based on factors such as ingredient costs, market trends, and competition.
Executive Chef
Daikan Izakaya
Abu Dhabi
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Oversees back-of-house operation and ensures smooth functioning.
- Creates innovative recipes and develops menus.
- Manages, leads, and motivates kitchen staff effectively.
- Responsible for hiring, training, and managing kitchen staff.
- Orders food supplies and evaluates their quality.
- Estimates staff workload, schedules, and compensations.
- Establishes and enforces kitchen policies and procedures.
- Ensures compliance with nutrition, sanitation, and safety regulations.
Executive Chef
Gonpachi Restaurant and Neera Hilton, Al Habtoor City
11.2021 - 11.2023
- Reduce cost by controlling all purchases and wastage.
- Modifying menus or creating new ones with high quality standards.
- Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities.
- Fully in charge of hiring, managing and training kitchen staff.
- Approving and 'polishing' dishes before they reach the customer.
- Estimate staff's workload and compensations.
- Maintain records of payroll and attendance.
- Comply with nutrition and sanitation regulations and safety standards.
Executive Sous Chef
Hidemasa
DIFC, Dubai
10.2021 - 11.2021
- Manage compliance with food and beverage hygiene policies and procedures.
- Assisting the Executive Chef in preparing and supervising all food production for A La Carte dining, all food outlets, banquets, and events.
- Liaises with suppliers and controls budget.
Sushi Chef
99 Sushi Bar (1 star Michelin)
Dubai
03.2020 - 09.2021
- Preparing traditional Japanese cuisines with standard quality.
- Filleting various kinds of fish.
- Preparing customize customer's orders according to preferences and food allergy considerations.
- Creating new Japanese dish.
Jr. Sous Chef
Ikon Innovative Kitchen Concept
Business Bay, Dubai
12.2019 - 02.2020
- Produces high quality plates, including both design and taste.
- Oversees and supervises kitchen staff.
- Assists with menu planning, inventory, and management of supplies.
Head Chef
Gossip Café And Dessert
Dubai
12.2017 - 12.2019
- Responsible in monitoring and controlling stocks level.
- Ensuring correct stock rotation procedures are followed.
- Implementing health and safety procedures in the kitchen.
- Responsible in purchasing, costing and creating roster.
- Responsible in maintaining the quality of food.
- Making inventory every end of the month.
Sushi Chef De Partie
Aji Japanese And Peruvian Cuisine
Dubai
10.2016 - 12.2017
- Made inventory every end of the month.
- Made nigiri, uramaki, and various kinds of sushi.
- Placed orders for all items in the sushi section.
- Responsible for the complete preparation of all types of Japanese menu items.
- Skilled in different ways of cutting fish.
- Knowledgeable in basic fruit carving.
Senior Sushi Chef
Hot & Cold
Downtown, Dubai
12.2014 - 08.2016
- Responsible for the complete preparation of all types of Japanese menu.
- Responsible for different ways of cutting fishes.
- Knowledgeable in basic fruit carving.
- Responsible for purchasing in the sushi section.
Head Chef (Hot & Cold)
Hako Sushi FZE
Dubai
01.2014 - 10.2014
- Ensured to execute high-end norms of appearance and professional hygiene of entire kitchen staff.
- Produced great tasting food and ensured the restaurant operated smoothly.
- Responsible for food purchase, preparation, and production, menu development, specifications, and recipes.
- Responsible for the production, food cost, and inventory of stocks.
- Guaranteed that the restaurant's policy, guidelines, standards, and procedures were followed.
- Ensured that all mis en place were being prepared with standard.
- Has full knowledge in the Agemono section.
Senior Sushi Chef
Hot & Cold
Dubai
01.2012 - 01.2014
- Responsible for preparing sushi bar stocks, from cooking rice to cleaning up.
- Filleting of fresh fish to be used for making sashimi, sushi, maki, and temaki handroll.
- Making standard sushi and sashimi and also making special sushi menu.
- Knowledgeable in food costing and inventory.
Head Chef
Tokyo Tokyo Japanese Restaurant
UST, Philippines
01.2009 - 01.2012
- Trained new chef at Tokyo Tokyo Japanese Restaurant, UST, Philippines.
- Responsible for various fish cutting techniques.
- Prepared sashimi, nigiri, and diverse types of sushi.
- Maintained cleanliness and orderliness in the kitchen.
- Observed sanitation and hygiene practices in the kitchen.
- Executed preparation of various maki and other sushi-related tasks.
Education
HRM Undergraduate -
Bicol University
Philippines03.2008
Skills
- Passionate for Food and Hospitality
- Leadership skills
- Time management
- Kitchen management
- Supplier negotiation
- Staffing
- Menu development
- Food safety compliance
- Kitchen operations
- Cost control
Personal Information
Title: Head Sushi Chef
Passions
- Creating Signature Dishes
- Innovative Menu Design
- Elevating Presentation Standards
- Leading a Kitchen Team
- Commitment to Sustainability
Timeline
Executive Chef
Ba Da Dining
08.2024 - Current
Executive Chef
Otoro Restaurant (1 star Michelin Bib Gourmand 2023 & 2024)
01.2024 - 08.2024
Executive Chef
Daikan Izakaya
11.2023 - 01.2024
Executive Chef
Gonpachi Restaurant and Neera Hilton, Al Habtoor City
11.2021 - 11.2023
Executive Sous Chef
Hidemasa
10.2021 - 11.2021
Sushi Chef
99 Sushi Bar (1 star Michelin)
03.2020 - 09.2021
Jr. Sous Chef
Ikon Innovative Kitchen Concept
12.2019 - 02.2020
Head Chef
Gossip Café And Dessert
12.2017 - 12.2019
Sushi Chef De Partie
Aji Japanese And Peruvian Cuisine
10.2016 - 12.2017
Senior Sushi Chef
Hot & Cold
12.2014 - 08.2016
Head Chef (Hot & Cold)
Hako Sushi FZE
01.2014 - 10.2014
Senior Sushi Chef
Hot & Cold
01.2012 - 01.2014
Head Chef
Tokyo Tokyo Japanese Restaurant
01.2009 - 01.2012
HRM Undergraduate -
Bicol University
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