MEVAN KASSAPA
Nugegoda,11
Summary
Accomplished Chef with 6+ years of expertise experience in the food service industry. Capable of managing dining services and meeting health code standards. Specialized in planning, preparing, and cooking food items and creating pastries, cookies, and other baked goods to ensure the highest quality service for customers. I have a strong multifaceted career and am an enthusiast for new challenges, creating tasty meals for a successful establishment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
III Commis Chef
NH Collection Hotel
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Prepared diverse menu items following standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Collaborated with kitchen team to ensure efficient service during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations in compliance with health standards.
- Contributed to menu development by suggesting seasonal dishes based on ingredient availability.
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently preparing high-quality dishes under tight deadlines.
III Commis Chef
Cinnamon Lakeside, Colombo
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Provide the highest and most efficient hospitality service to the hotel guests.
- Prepare a wide variety of goods following traditional and modern recipes.
- Responsible for managing the food production and quality control for all meat, fish, fowl and other food items prepared in the cold kitchen.
III Commi Chef
Isso Restaurant, Battaramulla
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Developed innovative menu items enhancing culinary offerings and guest satisfaction.
- Supervised kitchen staff ensuring adherence to food safety and hygiene standards.
- Streamlined food preparation processes improving efficiency and service delivery.
- Trained junior chefs on culinary techniques and kitchen operations best practices.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and customer experience.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
III Commi Chef
Asiri Central Hospital, Colombo
11.2021 - 09.2023
- Prepare a wide variety of goods that follow the health aspects of patients.
- Implemented feedback mechanisms for continuous improvement in dish quality and presentation.
- Coordinated special events catering ensuring alignment with client expectations and dietary needs.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Customized meal plans for guests with dietary restrictions, ensuring welcoming and inclusive dining experience.
Head Chef
Green Hut, Kotte
05.2021 - 11.2021
- Controlling and directing the food preparation process and any other related activities.
- Responsible for preparing hot kitchen items.
- Understand visitors’ preferences and make suggestions based on findings.
Café Manager
The Department, Bambalapitiya
02.2019 - 12.2019
- Lead barista taking orders and making high-quality speciality coffee beverages.
- Calibrated coffee machine and made unique/individualized coffee beverages.
- Controlling and directing the food preparation process.
Trainee Chef
Mount Lavinia Hotel, Mount Lavinia
12.2017 - 05.2018
- Collaborated with Colleges to facilitate outside catering and banquet functions.
Education
ISO 22000, Food Safety Training -
Colombo Bartender & Barista School
01.2023
Master Barista Programme - undefined
Colombo Bartender & Barista School
01.2023
International Cookery - undefined
The International Hotel School
01.2019
GCE Advanced Level Examination - undefined
Isipathana Collage
01.2018
GCE Ordinary Level Examination - undefined
Isipathana Collage
01.2015
Skills
- Food Preparation and Butchering
- Delicious Pastries and Bakery
- English Cuisines
- Indian Cuisines
- Chinese Cuisines
- Food Safety and Sanitation
Timeline
III Commis Chef
NH Collection Hotel
11.2024 - 05.2025
III Commis Chef
Cinnamon Lakeside, Colombo
01.2024 - 04.2024
III Commi Chef
Isso Restaurant, Battaramulla
09.2023 - 12.2023
III Commi Chef
Asiri Central Hospital, Colombo
11.2021 - 09.2023
Head Chef
Green Hut, Kotte
05.2021 - 11.2021
Café Manager
The Department, Bambalapitiya
02.2019 - 12.2019
Trainee Chef
Mount Lavinia Hotel, Mount Lavinia
12.2017 - 05.2018
Master Barista Programme - undefined
Colombo Bartender & Barista School
International Cookery - undefined
The International Hotel School
GCE Advanced Level Examination - undefined
Isipathana Collage
GCE Ordinary Level Examination - undefined
Isipathana Collage
ISO 22000, Food Safety Training -
Colombo Bartender & Barista School
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