Apiradee Lambert
Berlin
Summary
Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. 6 year background in restaurant industry.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Mamakan
11.2022 - Current
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Cook Shift Leader
Panda Noodle
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Sous Chef
Fishklub
11.2019 - 11.2020
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Assist the head chef in brainstorming new menu items and specials based on locally sourced, in-season ingredients.
- Assisted with acceptance and storage of deliveries; reconciled inventories received with purchase orders and monitor stock levels and initiate timely replenishment.
- Maintained safe working environment standards, cleanliness of all kitchen areas, store and maintain all kitchen equipment, supplies, and food inventories.
Chef De Partie
Khwan GmbH
03.2017 - 12.2019
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Education
Diploma - Business English
Assumption University
Bangkok, ThailandSkills
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Inventory Management
- Order Delivery Practices
- Dish Preparation
- Chef Assistance
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
German
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Sous Chef
Mamakan
11.2022 - Current
Cook Shift Leader
Panda Noodle
09.2021 - 08.2022
Sous Chef
Fishklub
11.2019 - 11.2020
Chef De Partie
Khwan GmbH
03.2017 - 12.2019
Diploma - Business English
Assumption University