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Maiko Kitamura

Amsterdam

Summary

Chef with sound knowledge of food preparation and restaurant management. Solid understanding of managing all personnel activity in hospitality industry. Excellent customer service skills. Clean smart appearance and awareness off high standards of personal hygiene. Excellent knife skill. Creative and artistic. Able to learn new skills and adapt to a kitchen environment. Experience working as a fry station and hot station and cold section and pastry. Work towards continuous improvement and encourage change Dynamic culinary expert with expertise in food preparation and artistic presentation. Drives operational excellence through effective team collaboration and adherence to HACCP compliance. Fosters a culture of continuous improvement and encourages innovative culinary techniques.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef de Partie

Hotel okura
Amsterdam, Neterland
02.2025 - Current
  • Prepared and cooked high quality food following recipes and menu guidelines.

Sushi Chef

Maritim Hotel
Amsterdam, Neterland
04.2024 - 01.2025
  • Executed opening preparations and developed menu to align with customer preferences.

Chef de Partie

DoubleTree by Hilton
Amsterdam, neterland
05.2023 - 01.2024
  • Developed speciality foods and complex dishes using interesting season mixes.

Kichen chef

Oshima
Amsterdam, Neterland
09.2022 - 01.2023
  • Monitored food preparation, cooking times, and plating details to meet restaurant standards.

Pastry Chef

DoubleTree by Hilton
Amsterdam, Neterland
09.2021 - 06.2022
  • Developed pastry and confectionery goods following strict recipe guidelines.

Sushi Chef

George marina
Amsterdam, Neterland
05.2021 - 09.2021
  • Prepared various sushi rolls, nigiri and sashimi to exact menu and presentation specifications.

Chef

Deshima Kushi institute
Amsterdam, Neterland
03.2019 - 04.2020
  • Developed recipes tailored to dietary requirements, including vegan and gluten-free options.

Sushi chef

SUSHISAMBA
Amsterdam
10.2017 - 03.2018

Demi chef partie

Conservatorium hotel TaikoRestaurant
Amsterdam, Neterland
03.2016 - 10.2017
  • Prepares ingredients for cooking, including portioning
  • Worked with experienced chefs to learn requirements of different cooking stations and dishes.

Sushi cook

Sushi Katsura tokyo
Tokyo, Japan
01.2015 - 12.2015
  • Crafted diverse sushi dishes with fresh ingredients, enhancing menu offerings
  • Prepared ingredients for all menu dishes, ensuring quality and consistency
  • Executed grilling and frying techniques for menu items, contributing to overall dish quality

Education

Sushi Academy -

Sushi Academy
Tokyo, JP
01-2014

Tokyo max beauty School -

Tokyo max beauty School
Tokyo, JP
01-1997

Narita Seiryo High School -

Narita Seiryo High School
01-1996

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Menu development
  • Culinary creativity
  • HACCP compliance
  • Quality control
  • Team collaboration

Languages

English
Intermediate
B1

Timeline

Chef de Partie

Hotel okura
02.2025 - Current

Sushi Chef

Maritim Hotel
04.2024 - 01.2025

Chef de Partie

DoubleTree by Hilton
05.2023 - 01.2024

Kichen chef

Oshima
09.2022 - 01.2023

Pastry Chef

DoubleTree by Hilton
09.2021 - 06.2022

Sushi Chef

George marina
05.2021 - 09.2021

Chef

Deshima Kushi institute
03.2019 - 04.2020

Sushi chef

SUSHISAMBA
10.2017 - 03.2018

Demi chef partie

Conservatorium hotel TaikoRestaurant
03.2016 - 10.2017

Sushi cook

Sushi Katsura tokyo
01.2015 - 12.2015

Sushi Academy -

Sushi Academy

Tokyo max beauty School -

Tokyo max beauty School

Narita Seiryo High School -

Narita Seiryo High School
Maiko Kitamura