Lasantha Sandun Karunaratna
Abu Dhabi
Summary
Creative Pastry Sous Chef recognized for high productivity levels and efficient task completion. Skilled in crafting exquisite pastries, chocolate artistry, and custom dessert menus that cater to diverse palates. Possesses exceptional organizational skills, time management, and the ability to work under pressure. Excel in team collaboration and leadership, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and superior product quality.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Sous Chef
W Hotel Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained high standards of food preparation and service by established recipes, quality, and presentation standards.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure availability of supplies needed to meet customer demand.
- Identified areas where efficiency can be improved within the pastry kitchen environment.
- Managed the production of all desserts, pastries, breads, and other baked goods for restaurant outlets.
- Provided direction to pastry cooks in the day-to-day operations of the pastry kitchen.
- Developed creative new menu items and recipes to ensure ongoing customer satisfaction.
Pastry Chef
ADNH COMPASS UAE
01.2021 - 01.2023
Senior Chef De Partie
Grandeeza Super Luxury Hotel & Banquet Hall
01.2017 - 01.2020
Demi Chef De Partie
Jetwing Blue hotel
01.2017 - 01.2018
Demi Chef De Partie
Mount Lavinia Hotel
01.2016 - 01.2017
Commi Chef
Yas Water World
Abu Dhabi
01.2013 - 01.2016
1 Commi Chef
Copthorne Hotel (Millennium Group Hotels)
Doha
- 01.2016
Cake artist
Fab Food Company
01.2011 - 01.2012
Chef De Partie
Mirama AL Aqua Beach Resort
Fujairah
01.2023
Skills
- Sugar artistry
- Dietary restrictions understanding
- Wedding cake design
- New recipe development
- Baking and broiling skills
- Icings and fondant
- Chocolate work
- Food plating
- Vegan pastry
- Frosting and decoration
- Glazing and icing application
- Culinary creativity
Languages
ENGLISH & SINHALA
Awards
Innovation Award Winner in 2015 at Yas Water World, Abu Dhabi UAE
Timeline
Pastry Sous Chef
W Hotel Abu Dhabi
01.2023 - Current
Chef De Partie
Mirama AL Aqua Beach Resort
01.2023
Pastry Chef
ADNH COMPASS UAE
01.2021 - 01.2023
Senior Chef De Partie
Grandeeza Super Luxury Hotel & Banquet Hall
01.2017 - 01.2020
Demi Chef De Partie
Jetwing Blue hotel
01.2017 - 01.2018
Demi Chef De Partie
Mount Lavinia Hotel
01.2016 - 01.2017
Commi Chef
Yas Water World
01.2013 - 01.2016
Cake artist
Fab Food Company
01.2011 - 01.2012
1 Commi Chef
Copthorne Hotel (Millennium Group Hotels)
- 01.2016
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