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Simge Coşkun

Simge Coşkun

Mersin

Summary

Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Lecturer

Toros University
01.2024 - Current

Personalized nutrition practice trainer

Head Chef

Yuko Ocakbaşı
07.2023 - 04.2024
  • Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.

Chef De Partie

Eggs And Bakes
10.2021 - 01.2022

Breakfast section chef

Chef De Partie

Elias Alaçatı
06.2021 - 10.2021
  • Promoted sustainability within the kitchen by utilizing local produce whenever possible for fresh, farm-to-table dining experiences.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
  • Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
  • worked with a Greek chef to learn about Greek culture and mezes.
  • The processing of seafood products was learned.

Chef De Partie

BigChefs
01.2020 - 11.2020
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.

Stajyer Aşçı

Lujo Art & Joy
06.2019 - 09.2019
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Demonstrated high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Chocolate and handmade ice cream production.

Education

Associate of Science - Department of Gastronomy And Culinary Arts

Mersin University
Mersin, Yenişehir
08.2024

Department of Gastronomy And Culinary Arts

Mersin University
Mersin, Yenişehir
06.2021

Languages

Turkish
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2

Timeline

Lecturer

Toros University
01.2024 - Current

Head Chef

Yuko Ocakbaşı
07.2023 - 04.2024

Chef De Partie

Eggs And Bakes
10.2021 - 01.2022

Chef De Partie

Elias Alaçatı
06.2021 - 10.2021

Chef De Partie

BigChefs
01.2020 - 11.2020

Stajyer Aşçı

Lujo Art & Joy
06.2019 - 09.2019

Associate of Science - Department of Gastronomy And Culinary Arts

Mersin University

Department of Gastronomy And Culinary Arts

Mersin University
Simge Coşkun