Vinoth B. Vijayakumar
Senior CDP
Periyakulam
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with over 24 years of extensive experience in Pan Asian, South Indian, North Indian, and Tandoori cuisine. Proven expertise in managing dining services for 100 to 120 covered tables while effectively supervising and motivating staff to excel in every service. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills and a positive attitude, adept at managing multiple priorities and embracing additional responsibilities to achieve team objectives. Seeking a full-time role that presents professional challenges and the opportunity to leverage strong interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise for organizational growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Senior CDP
THE LEELA ASHTAMUDI, A RAVIZ HOTEL
03.2024 - 05.2025
- Culinary Operational Skills.
- Advanced cooking techniques in various cooking methods, including modern techniques and an understanding of seasonal ingredients.
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Proficient in maintaining the highest hygiene standards, implementing food safety protocols, and managing stock rotation.
- Menu Development
- Ability to contribute to menu planning and product development, showing creativity, and commercial awareness.
- Kitchen Management
- Skill in managing inventory, controlling waste, ordering supplies, and ensuring the correct use and maintenance of equipment.
- Led cross-functional teams to implement strategic initiatives, enhancing operational efficiency and improving guest satisfaction levels.
- Developed and executed training programs for staff, resulting in improved service delivery and team performance.
- Streamlined processes for inventory management, significantly reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation across departments.
- Collaborated with management to create marketing strategies, increasing brand visibility and driving guest engagement.
- Analyzed guest feedback and operational data to identify improvement areas, fostering a culture of continuous enhancement.
- Mentored junior staff members, cultivating skill development and ensuring adherence to quality standards in service delivery.
- Spearheaded initiatives to enhance the guest experience, aligning service offerings with market trends and customer expectations.
CDP
THE TAMARA KODAI
09.2019 - 05.2023
CHEF (HEAD COOK)
KARAIKUDI RESTAURANT
12.2014 - 04.2019
heat cook
PLANET CHICKEN RESTAURANT
08.2014 - 11.2015
head cook
Mr.parata MULTY CUISINE RESTAURANT
06.2013 - 01.2014
- With E pass
south&North Indian cook
PASSAGE THRU INDIA
03.2012 - 04.2013
head cook
Hotel TRAVANCORE PARAGON
09.2007 - 03.2012
- (Own Restaurant for 3years 2010 to 2012)
kitchen supervisor
US PIZZA
03.2004 - 10.2006
PIZZA MAKER
PIZZA CORNER
05.2001 - 03.2004
H.O.T (Hotel Operational Trainee)
GRT GRAND DAYS
04.2000 - 11.2001
Education
Video Editing Certificate Course -
Brand Monk Academy
11.2025
Web Design (WAMP) (3 months) - undefined
CSC computer Education
07.2018
B.Sc. - Hotel Management and Catering Science
MADRAS UNIVERSITY
05.2000
Higher Secondary Course Certificate - undefined
Dudley Higher Secondary School
Dindigul12.1996
Secondary School Leaving Certificate - undefined
Dudley Higher Secondary School
Dindigul11.1994
No Degree - Advanced Carving Course
Sai Institute of Carving
Chennai 04.2001 -
Skills
- FOSTAC food safety certification, 2022
- Basic Food Hygiene Course - WSQ Follow Food & Beverage Safety and Hygiene Policies and Procedures in WDA Singapore
- Experienced with diverse kitchen appliances
Kitchen workflow optimization
Experienced in diverse cooking methods
Food safety regulations knowledge
Sanitation procedure implementation
Innovative dish creation
Culinary operational skills
Advanced cooking techniques
Food safety standards
Sanitation protocols
Menu development
Certification
FSSAI CERTIFICAT: FOODD SAFETY TRAINING & CERTIFICATION (FOSTAC)
Hobbies
Photos and Videos Editing , designing work's , play carom Board
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that he all the information's furnished above is true to the best of my knowledge. Place: Yours Sincerely, Date: (Vinoth Vijaya Kumar)
Timeline
Senior CDP
THE LEELA ASHTAMUDI, A RAVIZ HOTEL
03.2024 - 05.2025
CDP
THE TAMARA KODAI
09.2019 - 05.2023
CHEF (HEAD COOK)
KARAIKUDI RESTAURANT
12.2014 - 04.2019
heat cook
PLANET CHICKEN RESTAURANT
08.2014 - 11.2015
head cook
Mr.parata MULTY CUISINE RESTAURANT
06.2013 - 01.2014
south&North Indian cook
PASSAGE THRU INDIA
03.2012 - 04.2013
head cook
Hotel TRAVANCORE PARAGON
09.2007 - 03.2012
kitchen supervisor
US PIZZA
03.2004 - 10.2006
PIZZA MAKER
PIZZA CORNER
05.2001 - 03.2004
No Degree - Advanced Carving Course
Sai Institute of Carving
04.2001 -
H.O.T (Hotel Operational Trainee)
GRT GRAND DAYS
04.2000 - 11.2001
Web Design (WAMP) (3 months) - undefined
CSC computer Education
B.Sc. - Hotel Management and Catering Science
MADRAS UNIVERSITY
Higher Secondary Course Certificate - undefined
Dudley Higher Secondary School
Secondary School Leaving Certificate - undefined
Dudley Higher Secondary School
Video Editing Certificate Course -
Brand Monk Academy