Sijo Pappachan Sajan

Chef De Partie @Milsom Hotels And Restaurants

Dedham, GB

Managed and executed dishes within assigned section.•Maintaining fine dining standards of taste, quality, and presentation.•Assisted the Sous Chef and Head Chef in creating and executing daily specials and changing menus, highlighting seasonal ingredients and culinary creativity.•Oversaw daily ordering, stock control, and inventory rotation to ensure freshness and minimise wastage.•Maintained the highest standards of food safety, hygiene, and HACCP compliance across all kitchen operations.•Trained and guided commis chefs to ensure precision, consistency, and teamwork during busy service periods.•Ensured full mise en place readiness and efficient service flow between kitchen and front-of-house teams.•Contributed to menu development, plating techniques, and presentation ideas to enhance guest dining experiences.•Supported cost control and profitability through effective portion management, purchasing, and waste reduction strategies.