Vishal Sawant
Dubai,UAE
Summary
Experienced Chef with a proven track record of training and supervising team members, ensuring prompt and high-quality meal service. Skilled in building vendor relationships and providing excellent customer service. Demonstrated expertise in food spoilage prevention and allergen awareness. Known for motivating staff and coordinating operations effectively. Hard-working professional with experience in ingredient pairings, plating, food presentation, and nutrition. Frequently praised as adaptable by peers, I can be relied upon to help your team achieve its goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work history
Junior sous chef
CE LA VI ICONIC LOCATION SKYVIEW RESTAURANT
Dubai, UAE
2025.06 - 2026.03
- Kept up-to-date with current food trends, infusing creativity into the menu development process.
- Conducted regular inventory checks; ordered supplies as necessary.
- Adapted quickly under pressure, maintaining speed without compromising quality during peak hours.
- Collaborated closely with front-of-house team, ensuring seamless service delivery.
- Worked under pressure during peak hours whilst maintaining composure and efficiency.
- Managed inventory efficiently, minimising waste and optimising resource use.
junior sous chef
sirene by gaia
dubai
2024.09 - 2025.05
- Supervised food production processes to guarantee quality standards were met.
- Adhered to all health regulations while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
- Conducted regular inspections of storage areas to verify temperatures were maintained within required limits.
Senior Chef de Partie
LPM restaurant and bar
Dubai
2019.12 - 2024.08
- Assisted Head Chef with training new team members on standard operating procedures within the kitchen area.
- Supervised junior chefs in the preparation, assembly and presentation of meals.
- Ensured that all dishes were served promptly at correct temperatures as per customer requirements.
- Kept waste to a minimum by utilizing food storage and food recycling techniques.
- Managed ordering process for fresh produce, meats, fish, dairy products, dry goods.
- Drafted employee schedules to accommodate staffing needs.
- Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of fresh ingredients while maintaining budget restrictions.
- Worked with vendors to negotiate favorable supply pricing and coordinate delivery timelines.
- Monitored inventory levels and enforced best practices, reducing waste.
Chef de Partie
Reform social grill
Dubai
2015.12 - 2019.11
- Organized and managed catered events, ensuring quality food and service standards were met.
Demi Chef de Partie
Pizza express
Mumbai
2014.03 - 2015.12
Senior kitchen team member
Premier inn Kensington olympia
London
2010.03 - 2011.10
Commis Chef
Hilton hotel Newbury north
Newbury
2009.03 - 2010.01
Education
Post graduation - Hospitality Management
London Ealing hammersmith
LondonDiploma - Hotel and catering technology
Bharati vidyapeeth Mumbai
MumbaiSkills
- Portion and cost control
- Proper food handling
- Food inventories
- Food Prep Planning
- Team building
- Staff Motivation
- Team Leadership
- Time management abilities
- Staff Supervision and Coordination
- Problem and Complaint Resolution
- Safety Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Ordering and Requisitions
LANGUAGES
English - Fluent
Hindi - Fluent
REFERENCES
References available upon request
Timeline
Junior sous chef
CE LA VI ICONIC LOCATION SKYVIEW RESTAURANT
2025.06 - 2026.03
junior sous chef
sirene by gaia
2024.09 - 2025.05
Senior Chef de Partie
LPM restaurant and bar
2019.12 - 2024.08
Chef de Partie
Reform social grill
2015.12 - 2019.11
Demi Chef de Partie
Pizza express
2014.03 - 2015.12
Senior kitchen team member
Premier inn Kensington olympia
2010.03 - 2011.10
Commis Chef
Hilton hotel Newbury north
2009.03 - 2010.01
Diploma - Hotel and catering technology
Bharati vidyapeeth Mumbai
Post graduation - Hospitality Management
London Ealing hammersmith