Michail Koutsakis
Leiden
Summary
Additional Skills Plating presentation Cleaning and sanitizing methods Food preparation techniques Recipes and menu planning Excellent communication skills Organizational and managerial skills Professional Summary Enthusiastic Chef de Partie offering background working at high-end hotel restaurants in multiple locations. Committed to safe food handling practices and consistently high quality dishes. Takes initiative to increase efficiency of kitchen processes. Created new recipes successfully received by clients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Park Plazza Airport Hotel
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Chef de Partie
Bilderberg Europa Hotel Scheveningen, Salt Restaurant, Haag
07.2019 - 08.2022
- International Cuisine, Dutch and Asian Flavors
- Responsible for À la carte and Banqueting dinners
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
Amsterdam, Chef de Partie
Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Bowery
04.2017 - 02.2019
- International Cuisine, Dutch Flavors, Asian Kitchen
- Supervisor in the partie of Rôti and Axis Bar Kitchen
- Team Coach
- Service (lunch, dinner)
- Food Preparation
- Cleaning
Commis de Cuisine
07.2016 - 02.2017
- International Cuisine
- Service (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Food Preparation
- Cleaning
Chef de Partie
Drovers Dog
11.2015 - 06.2016
- Australian flavors
- Service (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Food Preparation
- Cleaning
Cook
Hersonissos Group Hotels, Silva Beach Hotel
06.2015 - 09.2015
- International cuisine
- Food preparation (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Salads and fruits preparation
- Specialized in pasta and Greek cuisine
- Cleaning
Cook
Hersonissos Group Hotels, Silva Beach Hotel
07.2014 - 09.2014
- International cuisine
- Food preparation (breakfast, lunch, dinner)
- Salads and fruits preparation
- Specialized in pasta and Greek cuisine
- Cleaning
Education
Degree - Culinary Arts
05.2015
Diploma of Graphic design applications - design
Technological and Professional school
05.2003
Skills
- Cook Consistent Dishes
- Verify Food Quality
- Cooking Technique Demonstrations
- Organization and Prioritization
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Special Events
- Attention to Taste
- Sauce Preparation
- Food Intolerances
- Staff Supervision and Coordination
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Park Plazza Airport Hotel
09.2022 - 09.2023
Chef de Partie
Bilderberg Europa Hotel Scheveningen, Salt Restaurant, Haag
07.2019 - 08.2022
Amsterdam, Chef de Partie
Hilton Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, Bowery
04.2017 - 02.2019
Commis de Cuisine
07.2016 - 02.2017
Chef de Partie
Drovers Dog
11.2015 - 06.2016
Cook
Hersonissos Group Hotels, Silva Beach Hotel
06.2015 - 09.2015
Cook
Hersonissos Group Hotels, Silva Beach Hotel
07.2014 - 09.2014
Degree - Culinary Arts
Diploma of Graphic design applications - design
Technological and Professional school
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