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Beba Bazarragchaa

Crystal Lake

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Altai Mongolian BBQ, recognized for enhancing guest satisfaction through innovative dishes and exceptional customer service. Skilled in food safety compliance and inventory management, I excel in optimizing kitchen operations and mentoring team members, consistently reducing waste and improving efficiency in fast-paced environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Assitant Cook

Imperial Chinese Restaurant
01.2015 - 05.2016
  • Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
  • Upheld strict cleanliness standards by regularly sanitizing all surfaces and equipment within the kitchen area.
  • Adapted quickly to menu changes and special dietary requests from customers, ensuring guest satisfaction.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and maintaining a clean workspace.
  • Utilized excellent organizational skills to prioritize tasks effectively, ensuring a smooth workflow in the kitchen.
  • Maintained proper food safety practices, ensuring a healthy and safe dining environment for guests.
  • Assisted catering teams during special events, ensuring timely delivery of exceptional meals while working under pressure.

Cook Supervisor

Toasteria Cafe
12.2013 - 12.2014
  • Ensured consistent food quality with strict adherence to recipes, portion control, and presentation standards.
  • Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols, increasing overall team proficiency.
  • Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper storage practices.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained a clean and hygienic kitchen environment through regular cleaning schedules and strict sanitation policies.
  • Proactively addressed maintenance issues with kitchen equipment, ensuring minimal downtime and uninterrupted operations.
  • Managed food orders efficiently by coordinating with suppliers for timely deliveries while minimizing costs.

Chef

Altai Mongolian BBQ
04.2011 - 12.2013
  • Reduced labor costs by optimizing staff schedules according to business demands without compromising service quality.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency and reduced food waste.
  • Maximized profit margins by negotiating with suppliers for competitive pricing on high-quality ingredients.
  • Implemented strict food safety standards to maintain impeccable cleanliness and reduce risk of contamination.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, innovative dishes.
  • Optimized inventory management systems to minimize waste while maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
  • Piloted special event catering services, generating additional revenue streams for the establishment.
  • Introduced new recipes that quickly became customer favorites, driving repeat business and positive word-of-mouth marketing.
  • Mentored junior chefs, providing guidance on culinary techniques and professional development.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.

Education

No Degree - Food Protection Manager Certificate

360 Training
Chicago, IL
01-2023

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

William Rainey Harper College
Palatine, IL
12-2020

Associate of Arts - Associate of Culinary Arts

National University of Commerce And Business
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia
06-2008

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Kitchen organization
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Contamination prevention
  • Food waste reduction
  • Grilling expertise
  • Nutrition awareness
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Event catering
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Menu planning
  • Extensive catering background
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Inventory management
  • Positive and professional

Timeline

Assitant Cook

Imperial Chinese Restaurant
01.2015 - 05.2016

Cook Supervisor

Toasteria Cafe
12.2013 - 12.2014

Chef

Altai Mongolian BBQ
04.2011 - 12.2013

No Degree - Food Protection Manager Certificate

360 Training

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

William Rainey Harper College

Associate of Arts - Associate of Culinary Arts

National University of Commerce And Business
Beba Bazarragchaa