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Naveen  Madawa

Naveen Madawa

Zurich

Summary

High-energy Chef who is well- trained, fundamentally sound, and innovative with cuisines. Strong background in preparing menus and developing recipes. Well-versed with current food regulations, and culinary and nutrition principles Comprehensive knowledge of food quality control standards.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

KAI SUSHI
Zurich
05.2022 - Current

· Manage the kitchen team in the executive chef's absence.

· Ensure that kitchen activities operate in a timely manner.

· Monitor and record inventory, and if necessary, order new supplies.

· Recruit and train new kitchen employees to meet restaurant and kitchen standards.

· Create schedules for kitchen employees and evaluate their performance.

· Adhere to and implement sanitation regulations and safety regulations.

Sushi Chef

Sushimania
Herning
05.2017 - 04.2022
  • Preparation of all types of sushi
  • Oversaw all kitchen and food operations
  • Ensured sanitation and hygiene of the kitchen area
  • Developed attractive and cost-friendly menus with management and owners
  • Remained up to date on food trends and the best seasonal fare
  • Managed maintenance of all equipment used to prepare foods.

Chef De Partie

5* Radisson Blu Hotel
Deira Creek
02.2015 - 05.2017
  • Preparation of all types of Sushi and hot kitchen
  • Worked as a Teppanyaki Entertainer
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel
  • Worked effectively with all workers to promote a happy working environment
  • Worked in regards to food safety regulations.

Commi 1

5* Crowne Plaza Hotel
Sheikh Zayed Road
10.2013 - 01.2016
  • Preparation of all types of sushi hot food
  • Worked as a teppanyaki entertainer
  • Worked in regards to food safety and regulations.

Commi 2

5*Ramada Jumeirah Hotel
Dubai
04.2011 - 10.2013
  • Pre-opening team worked in cold kitchen.

Trainee Cook

5* Brown Beach Hotel (Aitken Spence)
Negambo
11.2009 - 03.2011

Education

Skills

  • Culinary techniques
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Food safety and sanitation practices
  • Quality assurance
  • Ability to improve the profitability of meals
  • Quickly adapting to specific customer requirements
  • Willing to take ownership for all duties, tasks and responsibilities
  • Ability to work in different working environments and conditions
  • Fast learner
  • Great team player

Accomplishments

  • Employee of the year @ Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Jan 2017
  • Silver medal for Fish & Seafood practical cookery in Emirates Salon culinarian Dubai 2017
  • Silver medal for Chicken practical cookery in Emirates Salon culinarian Dubai 2016.
  • Gold Medal for Chicken practical live cooking in East Coast salon culinary Fujairah 2016
  • Employee of the month @ Radisson Blu Hotel Sep. 2015
  • Employee of the month @ Crowne Plaza Hotel Dubai Mar. 2014

Personal Information

Title: SUSHI CHEF

Languages

English
First Language
German
Elementary (A2)
A2

Timeline

Sous Chef

KAI SUSHI
05.2022 - Current

Sushi Chef

Sushimania
05.2017 - 04.2022

Chef De Partie

5* Radisson Blu Hotel
02.2015 - 05.2017

Commi 1

5* Crowne Plaza Hotel
10.2013 - 01.2016

Commi 2

5*Ramada Jumeirah Hotel
04.2011 - 10.2013

Trainee Cook

5* Brown Beach Hotel (Aitken Spence)
11.2009 - 03.2011

Naveen Madawa