Hafseena V
Sharjah,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with expertise in food preparation and cooking techniques, menu planning and development, and kitchen management. Demonstrates proficiency in food safety and hygiene standards, inventory and stock control, and cost control and waste reduction.
Driven pastry chef with creative flair and keen eye for detail. Proficient in crafting delicate pastries and managing kitchen operations. Dedicated to creating memorable culinary experiences that delight and inspire customers.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Pastry chef
Shurooq Hospitality – Jones the Grocer
Sharjah, UAE
2024.11 - 2026.03
- Assist in the preparation and baking of a variety of breads, pastries, and desserts in accordance with brand standards.
- Support pastry chefs in daily production, including dough preparation, baking, decoration, and plating.
- Ensure consistent quality, taste, and presentation of bakery and pastry items.
- Maintain strict food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards following HACCP guidelines.
- Monitor ingredient stock levels and assist with proper storage and inventory management.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of pastry workstations and baking equipment.
- Ensured perfect texture and flavour balance in all baked goods through meticulous preparation techniques.
- Upheld strict temperature control during baking process, ensuring optimal results every time.
- Developed seasonal dessert menus for improved variety and appeal.
COMMIS I
Wyte Portico Hotel
Adoor, India
2023.09 - 2024.09
- Assisted senior chefs in preparing and cooking a variety of dishes across multiple kitchen sections, supporting efficient kitchen operations.
- Ensured consistency and quality in food preparation by following standardized recipes, presentation guidelines, and hotel culinary standards.
- Performed daily mise en place and maintained readiness for breakfast, lunch, and dinner service.
- Maintained high standards of food hygiene, sanitation, and kitchen organization in accordance with HACCP regulations.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure smooth workflow and timely service during busy periods.
Industrial Exposure Trainee – Bakery & Confectionery
Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center
Bengaluru
2023.06 - 2023.09
- Assisted pastry chefs in the preparation and baking of breads, cakes, pastries, and confectionery items.
- Supported daily bakery production including dough preparation, mixing, baking, and finishing.
- Maintained hygiene and food safety standards in accordance with hotel policies and HACCP guidelines.
- Helped with mise en place, ingredient preparation, and proper storage of bakery products.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of bakery workstations and equipment.
Industrial Exposure Trainee – Bakery & Confectionery
Wyte Portico Hotel
Adoor, India
2020.01 - 2022.01
- Assisted in the preparation and baking of breads, cakes, pastries, and confectionery items.
- Supported daily bakery production including dough preparation, mixing, baking, and finishing.
- Maintained hygiene and food safety standards in accordance with hotel policies and HACCP guidelines.
- Helped with mise en place, ingredient preparation, and proper storage of bakery products.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of bakery workstations and equipment.
Education
B. ED - PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Calicut University
B. Sc - PHYSICS
Calicut University
Skills
- Food Preparation & Cooking Techniques
- Menu Planning & Development
- Kitchen Management
- Food Safety & Hygiene Standards
- Inventory & Stock Control
- Team Leadership & Training
- Cost Control & Waste Reduction
- Time Management & Multitasking
- Computer skills Office Apps, Adobe and AutoCAD
- Confectionery production
- Artistic creativity
- Culinary passion
- Customer Handling
- Dessert presentation creativity
- Portion control understanding
Certification
- Food Production (Diploma Certificate) Govt. Food Craft Institute 2022 – 2023
- Food Safety & Hygiene Certificate
- HACCP Training
LANGUAGES
English
Advanced
Malayalam
Native
Hindi
Advanced
Tamil
Advanced
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Pastry chef
Shurooq Hospitality – Jones the Grocer
2024.11 - 2026.03
COMMIS I
Wyte Portico Hotel
2023.09 - 2024.09
Industrial Exposure Trainee – Bakery & Confectionery
Sheraton Grand Bengaluru Whitefield Hotel & Convention Center
2023.06 - 2023.09
Industrial Exposure Trainee – Bakery & Confectionery
Wyte Portico Hotel
2020.01 - 2022.01
B. Sc - PHYSICS
Calicut University
B. ED - PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Calicut University