Omkar Wadikar
Saarbrücken
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Koch
N1 Harvest GMBH
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge about ingredient trends, nutritional demands/preferences resulting in well-informed adjustments to recipes.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
Koch
Joe Molese
11.2022 - 11.2023
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge about ingredient trends, nutritional demands/preferences resulting in well-informed adjustments to recipes.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Sous Chef
Nokta GMBH
04.2022 - 11.2022
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Küchenhilfe
Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant
09.2021 - 03.2022
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new techniques, recipes, and procedures as required for various culinary tasks.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
- Developed strong time management skills, effectively prioritizing tasks to ensure completion within allocated timeframes.
- Showcased versatility by adapting quickly to changing menu items, cooking techniques, and kitchen equipment as needed.
- Transported food items from storage areas to kitchen for prepping.
Education
Master of Science - Water Technology
SRH Heidelberg
Heidelberg, Germany 04.2001 -
Skills
- Food Preparation
- Food presentation
- Sanitation
- Supply Restocking
- Cleaning and organization
- Ingredients measuring
- Cooking techniques
- Food Storage
- Operations Management
- Food photography
- Time Management
- Reliability
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Active Listening
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen Organization
Timeline
Koch
N1 Harvest GMBH
12.2023 - 03.2024
Koch
Joe Molese
11.2022 - 11.2023
Sous Chef
Nokta GMBH
04.2022 - 11.2022
Küchenhilfe
Dubliner Irish Pub & Restaurant
09.2021 - 03.2022
Master of Science - Water Technology
SRH Heidelberg
04.2001 -
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