MUSTAK ALI KHAN
CHEF
Summary
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational English skills. High-performing Chef offering 14 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Chef
TRENDY CAFE
RIYADH
02.2014 - Current
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Indian Cook
TRENDY HOME EST
RIYADH
12.2010 - 01.2014
- Wiped down food surfaces and used disinfectants to minimize spread of germs while maintaining kitchen cleanliness.
- Actively participated in planning menus for restaurant and for event catering.
- Cooked dishes and entrees in tradition of Indian culture, using various spices, rubs and marinades.
- Followed safety measures when operating tandoor for baking and cooking various authentic Indian recipes.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Indian Cook
AL SHURFA
RIYADH
10.2006 - 11.2010
- Wiped down food surfaces and used disinfectants to minimize spread of germs while maintaining kitchen cleanliness.
- Actively participated in planning menus for restaurant and for event catering.
- Cooked dishes and entrees in tradition of Indian culture, using various spices, rubs and marinades.
- Followed safety measures when operating tandoor for baking and cooking various authentic Indian recipes.
- Checked meat temperatures prior to plating and serving dishes, upholding strict standards for food safety and preparation.
Indian Cook
KUND BARBIQUE
BANGALORE
05.2004 - 03.2006
- Wiped down food surfaces and used disinfectants to minimize spread of germs while maintaining kitchen cleanliness.
- Actively participated in planning menus for restaurant and for event catering.
- Cooked dishes and entrees in tradition of Indian culture, using various spices, rubs and marinades.
- Followed safety measures when operating tandoor for baking and cooking various authentic Indian recipes.
Indian Cook
ADARSH INN
BANGALORE
08.2002 - 04.2004
- Cooked dishes and entrees in tradition of Indian culture, using various spices, rubs and marinades.
- Actively participated in planning menus for restaurant and for event catering.
- Followed safety measures when operating tandoor for baking and cooking various authentic Indian recipes.
- Supervised portion control and plating of items prior to delivery to patrons.
Indian Cook
GANGURA'S MULTI CUISINE RESTAURANTI
BANGALORE
03.2000 - 07.2002
- Wiped down food surfaces and used disinfectants to minimize spread of germs while maintaining kitchen cleanliness.
- Actively participated in planning menus for restaurant and for event catering.
- Cooked dishes and entrees in tradition of Indian culture, using various spices, rubs and marinades.
- Followed safety measures when operating tandoor for baking and cooking various authentic Indian recipes.
- Fostered positive working environment by applying effective communication and organizational skills to support staff and business needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
KALINDI UNION HIGH SCHOOL
West Bengal INDIA 07.1998 - 06.2000
Skills
Recipes and menu planning
Cooking
Motivated and inspired Cook with 15+ years of experience in high volume casual and fine-dining restaurants. Dedicated to increasing kitchen efficiencies and delighting customers while continually striving to improve culinary expertise.
Timeline
Chef
TRENDY CAFE
02.2014 - Current
Indian Cook
TRENDY HOME EST
12.2010 - 01.2014
Indian Cook
AL SHURFA
10.2006 - 11.2010
Indian Cook
KUND BARBIQUE
05.2004 - 03.2006
Indian Cook
ADARSH INN
08.2002 - 04.2004
Indian Cook
GANGURA'S MULTI CUISINE RESTAURANTI
03.2000 - 07.2002
High School Diploma -
KALINDI UNION HIGH SCHOOL
07.1998 - 06.2000
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