Anuj Bhatnagar Email & Phone Number

Melbourne, Australia

Indian, Jewish, Middle Eastern, Asian, Italian, Western Continental CuisineKey Responsibilities- In charge of entire menu preparations as per the functions requirements and specifications.- Responsible for ordering and receiving of raw and fresh food products.- Supervising and ensuring immaculate food display ensuring use of appropriate platters, dishes and impeccable garnishes.- Demonstrated detailed awareness of food and dishes on display by frequent guest… Show more Indian, Jewish, Middle Eastern, Asian, Italian, Western Continental CuisineKey Responsibilities- In charge of entire menu preparations as per the functions requirements and specifications.- Responsible for ordering and receiving of raw and fresh food products.- Supervising and ensuring immaculate food display ensuring use of appropriate platters, dishes and impeccable garnishes.- Demonstrated detailed awareness of food and dishes on display by frequent guest interactions.- Liable for maintaining appropriate food temperature, quality and ensuring hygiene at all times.- Accountable for assuring appropriate staffing for the function day.- In charge for on the job staff training to meet timely deadlines.- Responsible for ensuring occupational health and safety measures for staff and guests at function site. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Indian, Asian and Multi CuisineResponsible for -: - Looked after Australian Open Tennis Tournament Major Sponsors managing Food Operations- Cafe Arena - F & B operations for 2 years ensuring achievement of sales targets.- Players Cafe - Heart of the Venue, ensuring players dietary requirements for International Players and their team.- backstage operations for Live concerts of famous artists namely Justin Bieber, Pink etc.- ordering food… Show more Indian, Asian and Multi CuisineResponsible for -: - Looked after Australian Open Tennis Tournament Major Sponsors managing Food Operations- Cafe Arena - F & B operations for 2 years ensuring achievement of sales targets.- Players Cafe - Heart of the Venue, ensuring players dietary requirements for International Players and their team.- backstage operations for Live concerts of famous artists namely Justin Bieber, Pink etc.- ordering food products and ensuring fresh produce availability at all times.- temperature controls for food safety and storage. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

Indian, Asian, International & Multi Cuisine- The Teak Room Restaurant, Pre-Opening Team – Asian Cuisine- Level 29 Executive Club, Finger food and canapé- Mesh Restaurant, A La Carte showcasing live Cooking - Mahogany Gaming Room, Multi cuisine - Kitchen Workshop, International Buffet, Carving and Live Dessert RestaurantResponsible for -:- Overall restaurant operations, including food and drinks.- Communicating using strong interpersonal skills to… Show more Indian, Asian, International & Multi Cuisine- The Teak Room Restaurant, Pre-Opening Team – Asian Cuisine- Level 29 Executive Club, Finger food and canapé- Mesh Restaurant, A La Carte showcasing live Cooking - Mahogany Gaming Room, Multi cuisine - Kitchen Workshop, International Buffet, Carving and Live Dessert RestaurantResponsible for -:- Overall restaurant operations, including food and drinks.- Communicating using strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with guests and fellow colleagues.- Handling in-depth training issues for junior staff members.- Staff's professional development whilst adhering to policies, standards and business initiatives.- Ensuring clean and presentable plating of guests orders and orderly delivering dishes to tables.- Ensuring stocking up all times, smooth working and safe working conditions. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

International and Asian Cuisine- Responsible for managing Terrace Restaurant and Chairman’s Club during Australian Spring Racing Carnival and multiple Cup Races throughout the year.- Exhibit thorough knowledge of food and beverages, guest’s interactions, supervisory duties and service techniques.- Monitoring weekly resource planning to meet restaurant requirements whilst ensuring budget constraints.- Ensuring maintenance of proper cleanliness in all areas of bar and front of… Show more International and Asian Cuisine- Responsible for managing Terrace Restaurant and Chairman’s Club during Australian Spring Racing Carnival and multiple Cup Races throughout the year.- Exhibit thorough knowledge of food and beverages, guest’s interactions, supervisory duties and service techniques.- Monitoring weekly resource planning to meet restaurant requirements whilst ensuring budget constraints.- Ensuring maintenance of proper cleanliness in all areas of bar and front of house.- Liaising with chefs to determine menu plans for special events, occasions and special requests.- Responsible for ordering and par stocking soft drinks, juices, liquor, varieties of red wine and white wines, sparkling and sweet wines, allocating bar duties for smooth functioning.- Responsible for guiding and training staff members about various service techniques dependent on the volume of guests.- Managing table bookings via phone and emails for executive club members.- Responsible for ensuring table set-ups based on different menu courses. - Counsel and discipline staff when required and training staff members whilst de-briefing. Show less

Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

Specialty Indian CuisineThe Oberoi Rajvilas- Responsible for managing night shift operations and supervising handovers to/from day shift teams- Responsible for preparing dishes for various deals and special offers to promote food and beverages sales.- Received periodic exposure of various kitchens with learning and cooking on the job.- Responsible for developing new ideas and implementing new techniques in food preparation and presentation- Responsible for… Show more Specialty Indian CuisineThe Oberoi Rajvilas- Responsible for managing night shift operations and supervising handovers to/from day shift teams- Responsible for preparing dishes for various deals and special offers to promote food and beverages sales.- Received periodic exposure of various kitchens with learning and cooking on the job.- Responsible for developing new ideas and implementing new techniques in food preparation and presentation- Responsible for training STEP cadets, start of day, mid-day, closing team briefings- Supervising bulk cooking and storage of curries and other food products- Responsible for managing orders for late-night room service requests and organizing supper for night shift employees- Coordinating with purchase departments for general and specialized food products.- Responsible for maintenance and cleanliness of entire kitchen whilst ensuring smooth and safe operations- Responsible for looking after breakfast buffet, Sunday brunches, A la Carte orders and maintaining company set standards. Show less

Shimla, Himachal Pradesh, India

Specialty Indian CuisineThe Oberoi WildFlower Hall- Worked for Indian kitchen including Curries, Tandoor sections, hot and cold continental kitchen.- Responsible for running staff cafeteria for Breakfast, lunch and Dinner of almost 400 employees from various departments. - Ordering, receiving, allocating and storing of food products and raw materials.- Responsible for meeting food and safety guidelines guaranteeing no cross contamination.- Responsible for product… Show more Specialty Indian CuisineThe Oberoi WildFlower Hall- Worked for Indian kitchen including Curries, Tandoor sections, hot and cold continental kitchen.- Responsible for running staff cafeteria for Breakfast, lunch and Dinner of almost 400 employees from various departments. - Ordering, receiving, allocating and storing of food products and raw materials.- Responsible for meeting food and safety guidelines guaranteeing no cross contamination.- Responsible for product quality, taste, presentation, temperature and safe food delivery to the guests.- Training and coaching new joiners and continuously monitoring their performances.- Ensuring smooth operations and lending helping hands while being a support team member. Show less

Kolkata, West Bengal, India

Exclusive Indian A La Carte & Indian Banquet kitchenThe Oberoi Grand - Learned kitchen operations for day to day processes via class room coaching and on the job training by professional chefs. - Learned menu planning, recipe card creations, portioning sizes, kitchen planning & designing.- Learned food and fresh produce ordering and liaising with vendors and suppliers for stock ordering and maintaining par levels.- Checking, receiving, storing and delivering of food… Show more Exclusive Indian A La Carte & Indian Banquet kitchenThe Oberoi Grand - Learned kitchen operations for day to day processes via class room coaching and on the job training by professional chefs. - Learned menu planning, recipe card creations, portioning sizes, kitchen planning & designing.- Learned food and fresh produce ordering and liaising with vendors and suppliers for stock ordering and maintaining par levels.- Checking, receiving, storing and delivering of food products and materials upon requisitions.- Learned banquet bulk production, bulk ordering of food products, cooking bulk curries, tandoor cooking, live cooking and at site cooking dishes for guests.- Received cross training in various cuisines & kitchens such as Indian, Thai, Continental, Italian, Garde`manger, South Indian, Bengali, Bakery and Pastry.- Learned storing and upkeep of refrigerators and keeping temperature, food safety records.- Learned organising morning breakfast buffets, Sunday brunches and ensuring availability and cleanliness of the entire buffet.- Learned managing and serving extensive menu and buffet in banquet functions.- Learned managing and preparing room service orders.- Learned kitchen opening and closing process and procedures. Show less

Post Graduation, Hospitality Administration/Management, 1St Divisiion

Bachelor'S Degree, Hospitality Administration/Management, 1St Division

Activities and Societies: - Topper in Academics 2nd Year. - Best Student 3rd Year. - Completed overall Bachelor Degree in 1st division..