Nimesh Pujari
Mumbai,India
Summary
Culinary professional with expertise in recipe development, menu planning, and baking techniques. Strong command of quality control, cost management, and hygiene standards. Proficient in food and beverage inventory management and team coordination, with a proven track record in training staff for events. Career goals focus on advancing to senior culinary leadership to enhance skills and in waste control.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
16
16
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Sr. chef de partie
Baker and spice restaurant
Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
11.2025 - Current
- Influenced positive dining experience through consistent delivery of top-quality dishes.
- Assisted in stock control to reduce waste and increase profitability.
- Trained apprentices effectively, fast-tracking their career progression.
- Executed daily mise-en-place duties diligently, ensuring seamless kitchen operations.
- Executed high-volume orders efficiently during festive seasons and events.
- Conducted regular equipment checks to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
- Collaborated with the restaurant manager to devise seasonal menus.
- Maintained high standards of food hygiene for customer satisfaction.
- Inspected completed work and stations to verify conformance with standards.
Pastry Chef
The Sweets Stalker – Patisserie
Navi mumbai, India
11.2022 - 09.2025
- Performed pastry trend and industry development research to offer innovative product offerings.
- Developed new products based on seasonal ingredients and dessert trends.
- Maintained and controlled pastry kitchen supply inventory to minimise waste.
- Participated in food festivals, showcasing unique pastry creations.
- Improved operational efficiency with effective management of kitchen resources.
- Experimented with flavours to produce distinct taste profiles in desserts.
- Collaborated with suppliers for procurement of premium quality ingredients.
Head tandoori chef
Paradise biryani Hotel
Fremount, USA
09.2019 - 07.2022
- Created estimates of food and labour costs to set accurate operating budgets.
- Worked flexibly to meet peak restaurant service hours and cover staff absences.
- Demonstrated expertise in tandoor cooking techniques for optimal guest satisfaction.
- Trained junior chefs in the art of Tandoori cuisine to maintain standards.
- Managed food stock, reducing waste and ensuring fresh ingredients availability.
ASST.Pastry Chef
Oceania cruises
USA, USA
09.2018 - 05.2019
- Ensured rigorous hygiene standards, adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Managed all day-to-day operations of kitchen bakery and pastry section.
- Helped develop recipes and menu changes to best meet customer demand.
Pastry Demi Chef de Partie
Novotel Al Dana Hotel
Manama, Bahrain
09.2015 - 09.2017
- Mentored teams for elevated competency and exceptional product quality
- Led team of 12, remaining visible to demonstrate appropriate standards and assist in all operating procedures.
- Plated completed meals with meticulous attention to presentation and portion control.
Pastry commie 1
Tilal liwa Hotel
Abu dhabi, UAE
04.2015 - 08.2015
- Prepared fresh ingredients, storing and using in line with health and hygiene regulations.
- Inspected and cleaned food preparation areas to maintain sanitary practices.
- Determined best way to present food and created decorative food displays.
1st Pastryman
Costa Cruises(worldwide)
Worldwide, Worldwide
04.2013 - 02.2015
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
Management trainee
Pan India foods solution pvt ltd
Mumbai, India
06.2012 - 07.2013
- Worked closely with mentors to enhance leadership and managerial skills.
- Trained in bakery and confectionery section
Pastry commie 1
Tunga hotels
Navi mumbai, India
07.2012 - 04.2013
- Prepared fresh ingredients, storing and using in line with health and hygiene regulations.
- Baked products accurately and quickly, ready for finishing processes and timely despatch.
- Kept all work areas clean and organised for hygiene purposes.
Industrial Trainee
The Park Hotel
Navi Mumbai, India
05.2009 - 10.2009
- Trained in all major departments. kitchen, food and beverage service, housekeeping and front office
- Gained knowledge of production and continuous improvement processes.
Education
Bachelors Of Art in Hotel Management -
Institute Of Technology And Management
Navi Mumbai 06.2008 - 05.2011
HSC - Commerce
Bharati vidhyapeet
Navi Mumbai 06.2005 - 05.2007
SSC - State board
ST.Xavier's High school
Navi Mumbai 06.1994 - 05.2005
Skills
- Recipe Development
- Menu Planning
- Baking Techniques
- Quality Control
- Cost Management
- Hygiene and Safety Standards
- Food & Beverage Inventory Management
- Team Coordination
- Training & Mentoring
- Banqueting & Special Events
- Food trend awareness
- Kitchen safety regulations
- Restaurant operations understanding
- Grilling and roasting methods
- Ordering and procurement
- Portion and waste control
Languages
English
Hindi
kanada
Marathi
Languages
4,4,6,6
Affiliations
- cooking, learning new techniques of baking, reading, trecking
Accomplishments
Employee of the month for Novotel Al Dana hotel, 2016
Certification
HACCP certified
STCW certified
Timeline
Sr. chef de partie
Baker and spice restaurant
11.2025 - Current
Pastry Chef
The Sweets Stalker – Patisserie
11.2022 - 09.2025
Head tandoori chef
Paradise biryani Hotel
09.2019 - 07.2022
ASST.Pastry Chef
Oceania cruises
09.2018 - 05.2019
Pastry Demi Chef de Partie
Novotel Al Dana Hotel
09.2015 - 09.2017
Pastry commie 1
Tilal liwa Hotel
04.2015 - 08.2015
1st Pastryman
Costa Cruises(worldwide)
04.2013 - 02.2015
Pastry commie 1
Tunga hotels
07.2012 - 04.2013
Management trainee
Pan India foods solution pvt ltd
06.2012 - 07.2013
Industrial Trainee
The Park Hotel
05.2009 - 10.2009
Bachelors Of Art in Hotel Management -
Institute Of Technology And Management
06.2008 - 05.2011
HSC - Commerce
Bharati vidhyapeet
06.2005 - 05.2007
SSC - State board
ST.Xavier's High school
06.1994 - 05.2005