Rakesh Meche
Dubai,DU
Summary
Chef with over six years of experience in the hospitality industry, As now currently working In a GHM Hotel renowned for its luxury hospitality, specializing in high-quality food preparation and presentation. Proven track record in overseeing buffet setups and managing efficient breakfast operations ensuring culinary standards and guest satisfaction. Expertise in food handling, banquet operations, and leading junior staff, complemented by strong kitchen documentation skills. Committed to operational efficiency and delivering exceptional dining experiences in luxury hotel settings. Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Demi Chef De Partie
The Chedi Al Bait Hotel (GHM Hotel)
Sharjah, Heart of Sharjah
2024.09 - 2026.04
- Ensure high quality of food served across all outlets including employee restaurant.
- Assist chef de partie in implementing standard operating procedures for all dishes.
- Provide courteous and professional service, addressing guest complaints promptly and communicating with head chef.
- Foster good working relationships with colleagues and other departments.
- Manage stock levels and control wastage in line with company standards.
- Handled special dietary requests, catering to diverse customer needs.
Demi Chef De Partie (Mainkitchen)
The Retreat Palm Dubai Mgallery Hotel By Sofitel
Palm Jumeirah, Dubai
2022.06 - 2024.01
- Assisted in managing ala carte orders while preparing fresh pizzas daily.
- Contributed to buffet lunch and dinner preparations across various international cuisines.
- Handled special customer requests to meet dietary needs and mitigate allergen risks.
- Employed thorough understanding of menu content, recipes and food presentation guidelines to strictly uphold professional standards.
- Supervised and trained junior chefs cook assigned dishes.
Banquet Chef & Commis Pizza chef
Crowne plaza
Deira, Dubai
2021.09 - 2022.05
- Assisted in ensuring compliance with food product standards including portion sizes, quality, garnishes, cooking methods, and hygiene practices.
- Supported preparation of dishes within main course, pasta, and cold sections.
- Collaborated with various kitchens including Italian (Da Luigi), Grill (The Market Grill), and banquet kitchens.
First Commis Chef In Room Dining
Revier Hotel
Business Bay, Dubai
2020.09 - 2021.08
- Complete tasks with efficiency, accuracy, thoroughness, and safety.
- Assist in managing daily operations of kitchens for casual dining restaurant and fine dining steakhouse.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely meal preparation.
Line Chef As Commis First
Q-Gourmet LLC
Al Bu Daniq, Sharjah
2018.07 - 2021.08
- Maintained personal hygiene and grooming standards.
- Assisted in hygiene and HACCP record-keeping to meet regulations.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environment while ensuring quality.
Junior Chef(Commis Chef)
La Dolce Vita Italian Restaurant & Bar
Kathmandu, Nepal
2013.05 - 2017.11
- Ensured food quality standards are met for customer satisfaction.
- Assisted in cooking food according to recipes and presentation standards.
- Prepared and cooked variety of meats, vegetables, and breakfast dishes.
Education
Practical Enhancement Skill - Hotel Management Training
White Himalayan Technical & Vocational Training Institute Pvt. Ltd.
Samakhusi Chakrapath, Kathmandu 2011.05 - 2012.04
Diploma In Culinary Arts - Hotel Management
Academy Of Culinary Arts And Hospitality Management
Lalitpur, Nepal 2011.05 - 2014.04
Skills
- Food preparation and safety
- Effective communication
- Basic food hygiene
- HACCP knowledge
- Fine dining expertise
- Microsoft Word
- Food plating and presentation
INTERESTS
I love to explore and take a street food tour and participate in gastronomic events and festivals., Traveling, Reading Book, Hiking, Experimenting with new recipes, cooking and baking
Timeline
Demi Chef De Partie
The Chedi Al Bait Hotel (GHM Hotel)
2024.09 - 2026.04
Demi Chef De Partie (Mainkitchen)
The Retreat Palm Dubai Mgallery Hotel By Sofitel
2022.06 - 2024.01
Banquet Chef & Commis Pizza chef
Crowne plaza
2021.09 - 2022.05
First Commis Chef In Room Dining
Revier Hotel
2020.09 - 2021.08
Line Chef As Commis First
Q-Gourmet LLC
2018.07 - 2021.08
Junior Chef(Commis Chef)
La Dolce Vita Italian Restaurant & Bar
2013.05 - 2017.11
Practical Enhancement Skill - Hotel Management Training
White Himalayan Technical & Vocational Training Institute Pvt. Ltd.
2011.05 - 2012.04
Diploma In Culinary Arts - Hotel Management
Academy Of Culinary Arts And Hospitality Management
2011.05 - 2014.04