Summary
Overview
Work history
Education
Skills
Websites
Languages
Affiliations
References
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RAJ KUMAR TAMANG

RAJ KUMAR TAMANG

Dubai,United Arab Emirates

Summary

Experienced culinary professional with a comprehensive understanding of restaurant operations and advanced knife techniques. Proficient in kitchen equipment maintenance, menu coordination, and banquet production. Demonstrated expertise in portion and waste controls, fresh pasta making, and recipe creation. Adept at utilising basic computer literacy to enhance kitchen efficiency. Committed to maintaining high standards of food quality and safety while pursuing continuous improvement in culinary skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
2014
2014
years of post-secondary education

Work history

JUNIOR SOUS CHEF

St. Regis Dubai the Palm
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2023.09 - 2025.04
  • Stepped up as acting Sous Chef during the absence of senior staff, demonstrating leadership capability.
  • Supported head chef with stock control and rotation, minimising waste with FIFO systems.
  • Supervised all kitchen food preparation while operating in demanding, high-volume environment.
  • Trained junior kitchen staff in food preparation and hygiene practices.
  • Reviewed and updated kitchen practices, menu design and inventory management to reduce food wastage.
  • Acted as head chef when required, maintaining continuity of service and quality.
  • Reduced customer complaints by enforcing strict quality control procedures.

CHEF DE PARTIES

St. Regis Dubai the Palm
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
2021.12 - 2023.08

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  • Worked closely with senior chefs for menu planning.
  • Ensured cleanliness in the kitchen to maintain health and safety standards.
  • Maintained inventory control without compromising on food quality or taste.
  • Supervised junior staff, ensuring efficient teamwork during service hours.
  • Assisted head chef in delivering quality dishes within tight deadlines.
  • Prepared sauces, stocks and soups whilst following traditional recipes.
  • Collaborated with other chefs for special events and banquets.

Demi chef de partie

Four Seasons Hotels
ABU DHBAI, United Arab Emirates
2018.11 - 2021.11

COMMIS 1

Four Seasons Hotels
ABU DHBAI, United Arab Emirates
2018.01 - 2018.10

COMMIS 2

Four seasons Hotel Abu dhabi
ABU DHABI , UAE
2017.01 - 2017.12

COMMIS 2

VICEROY ABU DHABI AS W ABU DHABI
Abu Dhabi, UAE
2015.04 - 2016.11

COOK

WOK RESTAURANT AND BAR
KATHMANDU , NEPAL
2010.04 - 2013.05

Education

HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATES -

Rainbow International Bording Higher Secondary School

SCHOOL LEAVING CERTIFICATES - undefined

Kalika MV

BASIC FOOD PRODUCTION - COOK

PACIFIC MANPOWER TRAINING CENTRE (P) LTD.
2011.06 - 2011.09

PIC ADVANCED- CERTIFICATION - undefined

DUBAI MUNICIPALITY
2022.10 - 2025.04

Skills

  • Restaurant operation understanding
  • Advanced knife techniques
  • Kitchen equipment familiarity
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Banquet production
  • Menu coordination
  • Portion and waste controls
  • Fresh pasta making
  • Kitchen equipment maintenance
  • Recipe creation

Languages

English
Nepali

Affiliations

  • Traveling & Exploring New cultures
  • Reading & Learning
  • Meditation & Spiritual Practices
  • Spontaneous Road Trips

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

JUNIOR SOUS CHEF

St. Regis Dubai the Palm
2023.09 - 2025.04

PIC ADVANCED- CERTIFICATION - undefined

DUBAI MUNICIPALITY
2022.10 - 2025.04

CHEF DE PARTIES

St. Regis Dubai the Palm
2021.12 - 2023.08

Demi chef de partie

Four Seasons Hotels
2018.11 - 2021.11

COMMIS 1

Four Seasons Hotels
2018.01 - 2018.10

COMMIS 2

Four seasons Hotel Abu dhabi
2017.01 - 2017.12

COMMIS 2

VICEROY ABU DHABI AS W ABU DHABI
2015.04 - 2016.11

BASIC FOOD PRODUCTION - COOK

PACIFIC MANPOWER TRAINING CENTRE (P) LTD.
2011.06 - 2011.09

COOK

WOK RESTAURANT AND BAR
2010.04 - 2013.05

SCHOOL LEAVING CERTIFICATES - undefined

Kalika MV

HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATES -

Rainbow International Bording Higher Secondary School
RAJ KUMAR TAMANG