Kuldeep Singh

Work Spice

09.2021 - Current

Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.