Serap Sürmeli
Chef
Besiktas
Summary
Driven by a passion for culinary excellence and a track record of fostering team growth, I honed my skills in food safety and cost control at Kempinski Hotel. My experience includes mentoring junior staff and enhancing kitchen efficiency, demonstrating a blend of leadership (soft skill) and menu memorization (hard skill).
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Majestas\ Cova\crazy Pizza
09.2023 - 04.2024
J.sous Chef
Dream\liman .\gına
09.2021 - 09.2023
Chef De Partie
Majestas\billionaire Clup\crazy Pizza
12.2019 - 04.2020
- Mentored junior team members, fostering growth through skill development and encouragement of creative experimentation in the kitchen environment.
Chef De Partie
Kempinski Hotel
03.2016 - 10.2018
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
Demi Chef
Dream \il Riccio Rıstorante\ulus 29
05.2014 - 10.2017
- Adhered to food safety regulations and culinary best practices in preparation of ingredients and meals.
- Reduced costs and losses through regular rotation of fresh food items and employment of waste-reduction food prep techniques.
- Boosted kitchen morale and productivity through genuine respect for colleagues, open communication, and a commitment to ongoing personal and professional growth.
- Assisted in inventory management, ordering supplies and ingredients as needed to maintain adequate stock levels.
Komi Chef
Arkın Group\colony Otel
10.2010 - 09.2014
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Cookıng
Istanbul Sisli Meslek Yüksek Okulu
Istanbul09.2024
No Degree -
Anatolian University
Istanbul09.2010
Skills
Food Preparation
Timeline
Sous Chef
Majestas\ Cova\crazy Pizza
09.2023 - 04.2024
J.sous Chef
Dream\liman .\gına
09.2021 - 09.2023
Chef De Partie
Majestas\billionaire Clup\crazy Pizza
12.2019 - 04.2020
Chef De Partie
Kempinski Hotel
03.2016 - 10.2018
Demi Chef
Dream \il Riccio Rıstorante\ulus 29
05.2014 - 10.2017
Komi Chef
Arkın Group\colony Otel
10.2010 - 09.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Cookıng
Istanbul Sisli Meslek Yüksek Okulu
No Degree -
Anatolian University