Pavan Prasad
TehriGarhwal,Uttarakhand
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with expertise in food safety protocol, menu planning, and maintaining company quality standards. Demonstrates proficiency in kitchen inventory control, banquets and catering, as well as grilling and deep frying skills. Known for creating signature dishes and expertly pairing food and beverages. A food safety & hygiene expert with a strong understanding of HACCP principles. Committed to enhancing culinary experiences while pursuing opportunities to innovate in the field of gastronomy.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Indian & Tandoor Cook
SEA PLACE HOTEL
Ramchandani Marg ( MUMBAI ), India
03.2024 - 06.2025
- Quality-checked items for quantity and presentation.
- Prepared and presented innovative dishes of exceptional quality and uniformity.
- Periodically cleaned kitchen stations in line with sanitation regulations.
- Enforced health and safety guidelines amongst the team, promoting a safe working environment.
- Followed recipes meticulously, ensuring consistent dish quality.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
1st Commi chef
Abu Dhabi National Hotels Compass
Abu Dhabi
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Cleaned and serviced kitchen appliances, maintaining good working order of grills, stoves and ovens.
- Planned menus with diverse and seasonal dishes using sustainable, locally sourced produce.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimize cross-contamination risks.
- Set kitchen standards governing cooking procedures, garnishes and food presentation.
Indian cuisine chef
Thousand Trail Resort
Dehradun
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Created estimates of food and labour costs to set accurate operating budgets.
- Worked with front of house team to coordinate fast, fresh deliveries in line with professional reputation.
- Developed menus for continuous use, events and promotions for different seasons.
- Handled and stored food with proper methods to eliminate illness risks and prevent cross-contamination.
- Considered seasonal product pricing and availability when developing new dishes.
- Monitored kitchen operations to spot and correct issues impacting team performance or quality.
- Forecasted demand and orders optimum level of supplies to prevent spoilage.
3rd Commis Chef
Green Land Hotel
Khanna, Punjab
07.2014 - 02.2015
- Remained calm and effective in fast-paced kitchen environments to promptly deliver high-quality dishes.
- Prepared meats, fish and vegetables to support line cooking in fast-paced environment.
- Quality-checked items for quantity and presentation.
- Maintained immaculately clean and tidy working areas in line with food hygiene legislation.
- Met high standards of food hygiene and safety.
2nd Commi
Spice Kraft Restaurant
Jumairah Lakes Tower
07.2014 - 02.2015
- Monitored kitchen operations to spot and correct issues impacting team performance or quality.
- Handled and stored food with proper methods to eliminate illness risks and prevent cross-contamination.
- Set kitchen standards governing cooking procedures, garnishes and food presentation.
- Oversaw chefs, cooks and kitchen support staff to run smooth operation.
Industrial Trainee
Hotel Flora
Haridwar, India
01.2014 - 06.2014
- Worked on small-scale industrial projects from initiation to completion, meeting project timelines and budgets.
- Gained knowledge of production and continuous improvement processes.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills to overcome challenges.
Education
10th -
Government Inter College Samendidhar
Tehri Garhwal, Uttarakhand12th - undefined
Government Inter college Samendidhar
Tehri Garhwal, UttarakhandDiploma in Hospitality Field - undefined
Himgiri Management Education Institute
Dehradun, Uttarakhand 07.2013 - 07.2014
Basic Computer Course - undefined
Rauthan Computer Institute
Dehradun, UttarakhandSkills
- Food safety protocol
- Menu planning
- Company quality standards
- Kitchen inventory control
- Banquets and catering
- Grilling and deep frying skills
- Food and beverage pairing
- Signature dish creation
- Food safety & hygiene expert
- HACCP
Websites
Languages
English
Hindi
Timeline
Indian & Tandoor Cook
SEA PLACE HOTEL
03.2024 - 06.2025
1st Commi chef
Abu Dhabi National Hotels Compass
01.2019 - 01.2024
Indian cuisine chef
Thousand Trail Resort
09.2017 - 07.2018
3rd Commis Chef
Green Land Hotel
07.2014 - 02.2015
2nd Commi
Spice Kraft Restaurant
07.2014 - 02.2015
Industrial Trainee
Hotel Flora
01.2014 - 06.2014
Diploma in Hospitality Field - undefined
Himgiri Management Education Institute
07.2013 - 07.2014
12th - undefined
Government Inter college Samendidhar
Basic Computer Course - undefined
Rauthan Computer Institute
10th -
Government Inter College Samendidhar