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Sreenath Nair

@sreenathnair

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Experienced chef specializing in menu development, kitchen management, and high-volume service.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I seek a hands-on culinary leadership role where I can develop menus, lead a kitchen team, optimize costs, and uphold high food safety and quality standards.

I am a creative, detail-oriented chef with 10 years of experience in high-volume restaurants and fine dining establishments. I specialize in menu development, food presentation, kitchen management, cost control, and maintaining high standards of food safety.

As Head Chef at a wilderness retreat centre, I supervised kitchen teams, developed seasonal menus, and reduced food waste by 18% through improved inventory tracking. In previous roles I prepared consistently high-quality meals in fast-paced camp and catering environments while ensuring sanitation and service targets were met.

I am passionate about delivering exceptional dining experiences, mentoring kitchen staff, and implementing efficient operations that balance quality with cost control. I seek opportunities where I can lead teams, innovate menus, and maintain rigorous food safety standards.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Head Chef

Wilderness Retreat Centre

Jan 2022 - Jan 2026 (4 years)

Assisted Executive Chef in managing daily kitchen operations, supervised 5+ staff, developed seasonal menus, and reduced food waste by 18% through improved inventory tracking while ensuring health and safety compliance.

Menu Development Kitchen operations Inventory Management Food Safety Staff Supervision Cost Control Seasonal Menus

Line Cook

Horizon North Camps

Jan 2020 - Jan 2022 (2 years)

Prepared high-quality Italian dishes in a fast-paced camp environment, maintained cleanliness and food safety standards, assisted in training new staff, and consistently met peak service time targets.

Food Preparation Italian Food Safety Training Time Management Quality Control

Line Cook

Sodexo Camps and Catering

Jan 2018 - Jan 2020 (2 years)

Prepared breakfast and lunch meals, monitored food service operations to ensure safety and quality standards, and collaborated with team members to deliver consistent service in camp catering operations.

Food Preparation Catering Food Safety Teamwork Quality Assurance

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of the Fraser Valley

Diploma in Professional Cookery, Culinary Arts

Completed Professional Cook Apprentice Level 1 and a Diploma in Professional Cookery at the University of the Fraser Valley, focusing on culinary techniques and kitchen operations.