RAJESHOR ADHIKARI
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Experienced culinary professional with expertise in food preparation, quality assurance, and workflow optimization. Proficient in portion and cost control, food plating and presentation, and maintaining high standards of food hygiene. Skilled in supervising staff, managing food inventories, and operating kitchen equipment with precision. Adept at grilling, deep-frying, and understanding food allergies to ensure exceptional dining experiences. Committed to delivering excellence in hospitality while optimising kitchen operations for efficiency and consistency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
CHEF DE PARTIE
JW MARRIOTT MARQUIS DUBAI
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
10.2022 - 02.2025
- Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimize cross-contamination risks
- Followed recipe specifications strictly to produce high volume of food orders
- Plated completed meals with meticulous attention to presentation and portion control
- Set kitchen standards governing cooking procedures, garnishes, and food presentation
- Built and maintained strong working relationships with staff across business
- Supervised and trained junior chefs cook assigned dishes
- Handled special customer requests to meet dietary needs and mitigate allergen risks
- Collaborated with head chef to create innovative, seasonal menus for special events
- Reduced customer complaints by enforcing strict quality control procedures
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes that met customer needs and palates
- Trained apprentice chefs, improving their culinary skills substantially.
DEMI CHEF DE PARTIE
JW MARRIOTT MARQUIS HOTEL
Dubai
05.2021 - 10.2024
- Managed food usage by First-In, First-Out (FIFO) rules, avoiding unnecessary waste
- Presented dishes with creative plating and merchandising
- Maintained clean and tidy food preparation areas
- Completed daily opening and closing duties to support kitchen operations and prepare for busy periods
- Executed efficient mise en place to facilitate smooth service
- Communicated closely with service teams to fully understand special orders
COMMIS I
JW MARRIOTT MARQUIS HOTEL
Dubai
03.2020 - 05.2021
- Met high standards of food hygiene and safety
- Carried out tasks assigned by Chef De Partie
- Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage, and minimize cross-contamination risks
- Handled and stored food with proper methods to eliminate illness risks and prevent cross-contamination
- Quality-checked items for quantity and presentation
- Prepared meats, fish, and vegetables to support line cooking in fast-paced environment
COMMIS II
GROSVENOR HOUSE, THE LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL
Dubai
12.2018 - 02.2020
- Cooked and presented dishes in line with standardized recipes
- Followed precise recipe cards and food preparation procedures
- Remained calm and effective in fast-paced kitchen environments to promptly deliver high-quality dishes
- Stored foodstuffs and ingredients in the established manner
- Regularly rotated stock and helped to organize incoming deliveries of fresh produce, promoting best inventory management practices
COMMIS II
HILTON AL HAMRA GULF AND BEACH RESORT
Ras Al Khaimah
12.2017 - 11.2018
- Set up, prepared, and presented work areas and food dishes in accordance with culinary practices
- Assisted chefs in food preparation and helped run assigned station
- Followed precise recipe cards and food preparation procedures
FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVER
RIXOS BAB AL BAHR
Ras Al Khaimah
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Taking food and beverage orders from customers, including informing them of any daily specials
- Checked with customers to ensure dining satisfaction and took action to correct any problems
TRAINEE CHEF
RADISSON HOTEL
Kathmandu
07.2014 - 01.2015
- Prepared meats, fish, and vegetables to support line cooking in a fast-paced environment
- Completed daily opening and closing duties to support kitchen operations and prepare for busy periods
- Gained valuable knowledge of how kitchens are run and what competencies a chef needs to have to thrive in a kitchen environment
FOOD AND BEVERAGE TRAINEE
CYBERVIEW RESORT AND SPA
Cyberjaya
12.2013 - 06.2014
- Maintained excellent guest satisfaction by providing attentive, proactive, and helpful service
- Warmly greeted guests upon arrival to create a welcoming atmosphere
- Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards
- Greeted customers, presented menus, and shared information about available special items
Education
Higher Diploma - Hotel and Restaurant Management: Tourism and Hospitality
GLOBAL ACADEMY OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY EDUCATION
08.2012 - 10.2015
Higher Secondary Education - Management
AASIRWAD COLLEGE
08.2010 - 06.2012
Skills
- Food preparation
- Quality Assurance
- Portion and cost control
- Food plating and presentation
- Food inventories
- Food preparation techniques
- Staff supervision
- Kitchen equipment and tools
- Grilling and deep-frying skills
- Food Hygiene
- Workflow optimization
- Food allergy understanding
- Cooking
- Hospitality
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Certification
Certificate IV in Kitchen Management from Australian Trade Training College on 3 september 2024
Timeline
CHEF DE PARTIE
JW MARRIOTT MARQUIS DUBAI
10.2022 - 02.2025
DEMI CHEF DE PARTIE
JW MARRIOTT MARQUIS HOTEL
05.2021 - 10.2024
COMMIS I
JW MARRIOTT MARQUIS HOTEL
03.2020 - 05.2021
COMMIS II
GROSVENOR HOUSE, THE LUXURY COLLECTION HOTEL
12.2018 - 02.2020
COMMIS II
HILTON AL HAMRA GULF AND BEACH RESORT
12.2017 - 11.2018
FOOD AND BEVERAGE SERVER
RIXOS BAB AL BAHR
08.2016 - 12.2017
TRAINEE CHEF
RADISSON HOTEL
07.2014 - 01.2015
FOOD AND BEVERAGE TRAINEE
CYBERVIEW RESORT AND SPA
12.2013 - 06.2014
Higher Diploma - Hotel and Restaurant Management: Tourism and Hospitality
GLOBAL ACADEMY OF TOURISM AND HOSPITALITY EDUCATION
08.2012 - 10.2015
Higher Secondary Education - Management
AASIRWAD COLLEGE
08.2010 - 06.2012
Certificate IV in Kitchen Management from Australian Trade Training College on 3 september 2024
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