AQEEL AKHTAR
Tamarin,Mauritius
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with expertise in Teppanyaki, hot kitchen operations, and Chinese cuisine. Demonstrates technical food photography skills and a strong proficiency in menu development. Committed to enhancing culinary experiences through innovative techniques and creative menu solutions.
Seasoned culinary professional with focus on innovative and high-quality cuisine. Consistently deliver exceptional dining experiences through creative menu development and flawless kitchen operations. Combine deep knowledge of food safety standards with leadership style that fosters teamwork and excellence.
Innovative professional with flair for creativity and leadership in culinary settings. Possesses strong skills in team management and menu development, ensuring high-quality dining experiences. Committed to elevating kitchen operations and enhancing guest satisfaction through exceptional cuisine.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Helper
Air Blue Catering
lahore, pakistan
04.2014 - 02.2015
- 1 year work experience in “Air Blue Catering” as a “Helper”.
- Maintained cleanliness of work equipment with routine checks and cleanups.
- Helped customers find products, improving overall customer experience.
Cook III
Ambesder Hotel
03.2015 - 03.2016
- Training in “Ambesder Hotel” form 10 March 2015 to March 2016.
- 1 & half year work experience in “Ambesder Hotel” as a “Cook III”.
Cook II
Tokyo Jazz Café
lahore, gulberg 2
03.2015 - 10.2015
- 1 year work experience in “Tokyo Jazz Café” as a “Cook II”.
- Maintained cleanliness in work areas, upholding high sanitation standards consistently.
- Worked closely with sous chefs for efficient kitchen operations.
- Correctly operated kitchen equipment, maintaining optimal performance and safety levels.
Cook I
Bon Vivant Palais
gulberg 2, lahore
10.2017 - 09.2018
- 2 year work experience in “Bon Vivant Palais” as a “Cook I”.
- Achieved consistent delivery of excellent dishes with meticulous attention to recipe details.
- Adapted cooking methods to create new dishes without compromising on taste or quality.
- Maintained hygiene standards in the kitchen area, ensuring food safety regulations compliance.
Demi Chef
Bamboo Union Restaurant
mm alam road, gullberg 3 lahore
10.2018 - 09.2019
- 2 years work experience in “Bamboo Union Restaurant” as a “Demi Chef”.
- Participated actively in team meetings; provided valuable inputs for collective decision-making processes.
- Assisted senior chefs for effective menu planning and food presentation.
- Followed exact recipes as provided by head chef; assured consistency in taste.
Sushi Chef
East Chai & Thai Restaurants
college road canal lahore, gulberg
09.2019 - 09.2020
- 1 year work experience in “East Chai & Thai Restaurants” as a “Sushi Chef”.
- Initiated conversations with customers about their preferences, built loyal clientele base.
- Adapted various cooking methods for unique taste profiles in sushi dishes.
- Building relationships with suppliers for consistent sourcing of high-quality fish and other raw materials.
- Streamlined work stations setup process, improved overall productivity.
Sushi Master
P.F Change
mm alam rd block c1 gulberg 3 lahore, lahore
07.2021 - 01.2023
- Work experience in “P.F Change” as a “Sushi Master” from 05-Jul-2021 to 1st-Jan-2023.
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
Executive Chef
Osaka Suchi
01.2023 - 01.2026
- Still working experience in “Osaka Suchi” as an “Executive Chef”.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for optimal efficiency and productivity.
- Worked closely with restaurant management to boost overall performance.
- Implemented health and safety regulations, ensuring a safe work environment.
- Strengthened supplier relations by negotiating contract terms beneficial to the establishment.
Education
Matriculation - Science
BISE Lahore
Skills
- Teppanyaki
- Hot kitchen
- Chinese
- Technical food photography
- Menu development proficiency
PROFICIENCY IN LANGUAGE
English
Upper intermediate
Urdu
Fluent
Punjabi
Fluent
Hindi
Intermediate
References
Reference will be given when required.
PERSONAL PROFILE
- Father’s Name: Akhtar Ali
- Date of Birth: 18-01-1993
- N.I.C Number: 35401-4853592-7
- Gender: Male
- Marital Status: Married
- Religion: Islam
- Nationality: Pakistani
Timeline
Executive Chef
Osaka Suchi
01.2023 - 01.2026
Sushi Master
P.F Change
07.2021 - 01.2023
Sushi Chef
East Chai & Thai Restaurants
09.2019 - 09.2020
Demi Chef
Bamboo Union Restaurant
10.2018 - 09.2019
Cook I
Bon Vivant Palais
10.2017 - 09.2018
Cook III
Ambesder Hotel
03.2015 - 03.2016
Cook II
Tokyo Jazz Café
03.2015 - 10.2015
Helper
Air Blue Catering
04.2014 - 02.2015
Matriculation - Science
BISE Lahore