Nikhil H Parekh
Dubai,UAE
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Summary
Dedicated and passionate Chef de Partie with 7+ years of experience in luxury hotels, fine dining restaurants, and high-volume kitchens across Dubai and India. Skilled in Continental, Italian, Indian, and Chinese cuisine with strong expertise in kitchen operations, food preparation, menu planning, and team leadership. Proven ability to maintain high culinary standards, ensure food safety compliance, and deliver exceptional dining experiences.
Work history
Chef De Partie
Queen Elizabeth 2, Dubai
Dubai
2026.02 - Current
- Managed kitchen stations efficiently while maintaining high-quality food standards.
- Supervised junior kitchen staff and coordinated with other departments.
- Ensured consistency in taste, presentation, and portion control.
- Followed strict hygiene and HACCP standards.
- Collaborated with other chefs for special events and banquets.
Chef De Partie
Le Méridien Hotel, Dubai
Dubai
2023.04 - 2026.02
- Maintained kitchen cost-efficiency through portion and inventory control.
- Monitored food production and ensured consistency in quality standards.
Chef De Partie
Copthorne Hotel, Dubai
Dubai
2021.11 - 2022.06
- Prepared and plated dishes with attention to presentation and quality.
- Maintained food storage standards and monitored temperatures.
- Reduced kitchen waste through proper stock rotation and inventory checks.
Demi Chef De Partie
Hilton Al Habtoor City, Dubai
Dubai
2021.08 - 2021.10
- Prepared dishes with focus on quality and consistency.
- Managed dietary requests and allergen-safe meal preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas.
Demi Chef De Partie
Canal Central Hotel, Dubai
Dubai
2019.12 - 2021.07
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure smooth kitchen operations.
- Maintained food quality and hygiene standards.
- Specialized in Mediterranean and Italian cuisine preparation.
Commis chef
Canal Central Hotel, Dubai
Dubai
2019.03 - 2019.11
- Assisted senior chefs in daily food preparation and kitchen operations.
- Prepared ingredients including vegetables, sauces, meats, and garnishes.
Commis chef
Navjivan Health Care Center, India
2017.09 - 2018.06
- Managed kitchen hygiene, stock rotation, and food preparation.
- Created recipes using fresh local ingredients.
Commis Chef
Alila Diwa Goa, India
2016.03 - 2017.06
- Assisted in Italian and Mediterranean food preparation.
- Prepared ingredients, sauces, meats, vegetables, and plating.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and food safety procedures.
Education
BBA (Honors) - Hospitality Management
AIMS Hotel Management College
Gujarat, IndiaSkills
- Continental Cuisine
- Italian Cuisine
- Indian Cuisine
- Chinese Cuisine
- Fine Dining Operations
- Food Preparation & Presentation
- HACCP & Food Safety Standards
- Kitchen Management
- Banquet & Catering Operations
- Inventory & Cost Control
- Portion Control & Waste Reduction
- Grilling, Frying & Sautéing Techniques
- Food Quality Assurance
- Time Management & Multitasking
LANGUAGES
English
Hindi
HOBBIES
Cooking, Travelling
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Queen Elizabeth 2, Dubai
2026.02 - Current
Chef De Partie
Le Méridien Hotel, Dubai
2023.04 - 2026.02
Chef De Partie
Copthorne Hotel, Dubai
2021.11 - 2022.06
Demi Chef De Partie
Hilton Al Habtoor City, Dubai
2021.08 - 2021.10
Demi Chef De Partie
Canal Central Hotel, Dubai
2019.12 - 2021.07
Commis chef
Canal Central Hotel, Dubai
2019.03 - 2019.11
Commis chef
Navjivan Health Care Center, India
2017.09 - 2018.06
Commis Chef
Alila Diwa Goa, India
2016.03 - 2017.06
BBA (Honors) - Hospitality Management
AIMS Hotel Management College