Sunil Kumar
Dubai,+971
Summary
- Talented kitchen leader accomplished in developing menus and running successful kitchens. History exceeding guest expectations with delicious, innovative foods and locally-sourced ingredients. Seeks opportunities to innovate and diversify options to bring in new patrons.
- Takes on challenging new role harnessing interpersonal skills, collaboration and problem-solving. Driven to deliver high-quality service and consistent results.
- Loyal employee with solid understanding of training and mentoring employees. Dedicated team player, proactive and hands-on in task completion.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef De Cuisine Barasti and Horizon
Marriott international
Dubai, UAE
01.2024 - Current
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by creating unique and appealing menu items.
- Established high dining standards for overall improvement of culinary experience.
- Improved kitchen efficiency with the implementation of innovative cooking techniques.
- Streamlined operations by training junior chefs in advanced culinary skills.
- Ensured consistent food quality for enhanced customer enjoyment.
- Implemented new recipes which resulted in an expanded menu offering.
- Inspired creativity among kitchen staff through demonstration of advanced culinary techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness standards in line with health and safety regulations.
Chef De Cuisine Complex Main Kitchen
Marriott International
Dubai, UAE
06.2022 - 12.2023
- As Chef De Cuisine at The Westin Mina Seyahi, Marriott International, from June 2022 to Dec 2023,
- I managed the Main Kitchen overseeing Mina's Kitchen operations for daily breakfast, lunch, dinner buffets, Bubbalicious Brunch, Sunday Roast, Mina's Wharf night, and various events for Banquet Kitchen including weddings, conferences, and daily events for up to 400 guests, with buffets catering to over 1000.
- I ensured adherence to Marriott and HACCP standards for food quality and storage.
- Additionally, I coordinated outside catering for prestigious events such as Dubai Coca Cola Arena, Idex, ICC Cricket, Meydan World Cup, Dubai Air Show, and Rugby 7s. Notably, I contributed to the pre-opening catering team for Dubai Coca Cola Arena events in 2019 and have extensive experience in major sporting events including Asia Cup, IPL, Rugby, and T-20 World Cup.
Sous chef
Marriott international
Dubai, UAE
09.2015 - 05.2022
- As Sous Chef, I managed a team of 11 chefs at the Pool Bar Kitchen, serving 600 guests daily for lunch and 1000 covers on weekends.
- I excelled in high-volume food production and customer service, introducing new menu items that boosted revenue. Building strong relationships with suppliers ensured access to fresh ingredients.
- Prioritizing staff training and maintaining rigorous food safety standards, I fostered a positive work environment while ensuring cleanliness and sanitation.
- My responsibilities included staff management, menu development, food costing, and inventory management, all contributing to the kitchen's profitability.
- In this dynamic environment, I honed strong organisational and problem-solving skills while maintaining professionalism amidst fast-paced challenges.
Jr. Sous Chef
– Le Meridian Dubai
Dubai, UAE
10.2012 - 08.2015
Chef the Partie
Marriott International
Dubai, UAE
09.2011 - 09.2012
Demi chef de partie
Marriott International
Dubai, UAE
02.2010 - 08.2011
Commis chef
Emirates Leisure Retails
Dubai, UAE
04.2008 - 02.2010
- As a Commi-Chef for Emirates Leisure Retail in Dubai, I gained extensive experience catering for diverse events, including high-profile occasions like promotional football matches, Race to Dubai, UFC Abu Dhabi, Presidents Cup football tournament, Dubai Football 7's, Al Ain Air Show, Rod Stewart Concert, Cartier Polo, Australian V8 Super Cars, and the ETHIHAD AIRWAYS Formula 1 ABU DHABI GRAND PRIX in 2009. Notably, I catered for Rugby 7's in 2008, 2009, and 2010, handling an estimated volume of 40,000 packs per day.
Education
Diploma of Education - COMMERCE
Govt college
india 04.2001 - 03.2003
Skills
- Menu design
- Recipe creation
- Nutritional knowledge
- Food safety compliance
- Sustainable procurement practices
- Strategic planning
- Culinary cost management
- Food hygiene enforcement
- Budgeting and cost control
Languages
English
Fluent
Hindi
Fluent
Accomplishments
- Nominated ‘” Quality Team Leader First quarter of the year 2015” for March 2015.
- Nominated ‘” Quality Team Leader Third quarter of the year 2014” for Sep 2014.
- Nominated ‘” Quality Team Leader fourth quarter of the year 2012” for Dec 2012.
- Nominated ‘” Quality Associate of the Month” Sep 2012. Nominated ‘” Quality
- Associate of the Month”' for July 2011.
- Nominated ‘” Most on Brand Associate of the Month”' for June 2011.
Certification
- Re certification completed the Person in Charge (LEVEL 3) HACCP training with distinction in July 2021.
- Successfully completed the Leadership Course in 2017, covering the following modules: -1- Leading & Motivating 2- Customer Focus 3- Goal Setting 4- Feedback Essentials 5- Developing Associates 6- Coaching 7- Delegating 8- Decision Making 9- Time Management 10- Difficult Interactions 11- Persuading Others.
- Successfully passed the Person in Charge (LEVEL 3) HACCP training with distinction in Nov 2014.
- Successfully passed an assessment in Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering.
- Completed a training course in Fire Fighting & Prevention methods level 1 from fire safety consultancy.
- Service Culture Training Program - (The Westin Dubai) Completed a programme of Department Trainer from The Westin Hotel.
Affiliations
- Travelling
References
Mr. Daniele Marcellini
Executive Sous Chef
Danielle.marcellini@westin.com
+971-55-496418
Mr. Praveen Thomas
Executive Sous Chef
Praveen.Thomas@marriott.com
+971-52-9065297
Timeline
Chef De Cuisine Barasti and Horizon
Marriott international
01.2024 - Current
Chef De Cuisine Complex Main Kitchen
Marriott International
06.2022 - 12.2023
Sous chef
Marriott international
09.2015 - 05.2022
Jr. Sous Chef
– Le Meridian Dubai
10.2012 - 08.2015
Chef the Partie
Marriott International
09.2011 - 09.2012
Demi chef de partie
Marriott International
02.2010 - 08.2011
Commis chef
Emirates Leisure Retails
04.2008 - 02.2010
Diploma of Education - COMMERCE
Govt college
04.2001 - 03.2003
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