Bhasker Malavath

Senior Chef De Partie @Crowne Plaza Reading

England, GB

Collaborated with head chef to create innovative, seasonal menus for special events.Directed junior team members to meet preparation, plating and service standards.Followed set baking recipes to measure and mix ingredients to specifications and guarantee product consistency.Kept all work areas clean and organised for hygiene purposes.Introduced new flavor combinations to capitalize on seasonal, local and in-demand produce. Designed displays to showcase baked produce.Performed pastry trend and industry development research to offer innovative product offerings.Decorated completed baked goods with glazes, icings and artistic elements.Attended workshops to update knowledge and skills in pastry arts and ingredients.Managed all day-to-day operations of kitchen bakery and pastry section.Employed fondant and special decorating techniques to build creative cake designs.Prepared and presented pastry section budget to management for review and approval.Minimized food contaminating risks and controlled shrinkage with proper storage of perishable foods. Expanded menu with gluten-free and vegan-friendly desserts.Executed strict quality control measures to maintain high standards of baked goods.Used Microsoft Word and other software tools to create documents and clear communications.