Ashutosh Chand

Gained professional experience working for renowned brands, including Bateel Élan, a globally recognised luxury
brand specialising in gourmet and fine foods, known for its elegant and innovative food concepts. Additionally,
associated with ÉL&N London, a prominent lifestyle café celebrated for its chic interiors,
creative menu offerings, and strong presence in the global café culture scene.
Cooked dishes under the supervision of the Chef de Partie or Sous Chef.
Assisting in managing inventory and notifying superiors of shortages or excess.
Ensuring that food safety and hygiene standards are adhered to at all times.
Ensuring that all food items in section are stored correctly and rotated according to FIFO.
Ensuring food is cooked and presented according to the kitchens standards and Assisting in creating new
dishes or improving existing recipes.
Working closely with other team members to ensure smooth kitchen operations and Communicating
effectively with the Chef de Partie and other staff regarding orders, inventory, or any kitchen issues.

Preparing, cooking and presenting dishes according to stations and assisting the Head chef to create new dishes
to the menu.
Handle issues like equipment breakdowns, ingredient shortages, or last-minute menu changes calmly and
efficiently.
Check and ensure consistency in flavor, presentation, and portion sizes and conduct taste tests and rectify any
issues before food is served.
Monitor stock levels and communicate shortages to the Head Chef or Sous Chef. Minimize wastage and contribute
to cost control.
Oversee junior staff or commis chefs working in the same section. Provide training and mentorship to new or less
experienced team members.Delegate tasks effectively to ensure smooth workflow.

Assisting in the food preparation process and Preparing vegetables, meats and fish.
Contributing to maintain kitchen and food safety standard.
Conduct taste checks and ensure all food leaving the section meets quality standards.Ensure dishes are
prepared according to portion control and plating guidelines.
Ensure all ingredients are fresh, stored correctly, and used efficiently to reduce waste.
Assist in monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages to the CDP or Sous Chef.
Keep the workstation clean, organized, and properly stocked. Perform routine cleaning and maintenance of
kitchen tools and equipment.

Prepare all menu items by strictly followi ng recipes and yield guide. Prepares, seasons, and cooks a wide variety of
vegetables, soups, breakfast dishes, healthy food and other food items.. Minimise waste and maintain controls to
attain forecasted food cost.

Incharge of Pizza Section responsible for making Chicago deep dish pizza and hand tossed
pizzas. Preparing dough for deep dish style and responsible for baking breads.
Prepare all menu items by strictly following recipes and yield guide. Prepares, seasons, and cooks a wide variety of
vegetables, soups, breakfast dishes, h ealthy food and other food items.. M inimise waste and maintain controls to attain
fore casted food cost.