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Parhad

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Chef · 8 years experience

Gouda, Netherlands

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I can help your kitchen deliver high-quality, consistent dishes while maintaining top standards in organisation, stock control, and hygiene. With years of experience in casual and professional kitchens across Finland and Ireland, I bring efficiency, reliability, and attention to detail to every shift.

Work Experience

Chef

Jun 2026 – Aug 2026

Bilderberg Hotel De Keizerskroon

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Fast-paced food preparation and grill/BBQ cooking, ensuring quality, consistency, and HACCP compliance.

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Excellent time management and teamwork, delivering high performance under pressure.

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Grill station, stock control, and kitchen organization, supporting efficient and smooth kitchen operations.

Chef

May 2026 – Jun 2026

Fletcher Hotel-Restaurant de Wipselberg

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Fast-paced food preparation and grill/BBQ cooking, ensuring quality, consistency, and HACCP compliance.

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Excellent time management and teamwork, delivering high performance under pressure.

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Grill station, stock control, and kitchen organization, supporting efficient and smooth kitchen operations.

Freelance Chef

Jul 2025 – May 2026

Noel Group

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Food preparation & cooking in fast-paced environments, maintaining quality, consistency, and hygiene (HACCP).

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Strong time-management and communication skills, with the ability to remain calm under pressure.

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Stock control and kitchen organisation, supporting efficient operations and positive team dynamics.

Chef

Jun 2025 – Jan 2026

Loaf'd

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Food preparation & cooking in fast-paced environments, maintaining quality, consistency, and hygiene (HACCP).

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Strong time-management and communication skills, with the ability to perform calmly under pressure.

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Stock control and kitchen organisation, supporting efficient operations and positive team dynamics.

Commis Chef

May 2025 – Aug 2025

Glenview Hotel and Leisure Club

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Prepared a variety of lunch dishes with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction.

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Oversaw hygiene per HACCP standards for safe and efficient operations.

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Maintained an organized kitchen and collaborated with team members to support a positive work environment.

Chef de Partie

Aug 2024 – Apr 2025

Browns Brasserie

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Prepared a variety of lunch dishes with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction.

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Oversaw stock and hygiene per HACCP standards for safe and efficient operations.

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Maintained an organized kitchen and collaborated with team members to support a positive work environment.

Freelance Chef

Nov 2020 – Jul 2024 · 3 yrs

Bolt.Works Oy, Eezy Oy

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Prepared a variety of lunch dishes with a focus on quality and customer satisfaction.

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Oversaw stock and hygiene per HACCP standards for safe and efficient operations.

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Maintained an organized kitchen and collaborated with team members to support a positive work environment.

Chef

Feb 2020 – Nov 2020

Dipoli Restaurant/Compass Group

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Gained hands-on experience in a professional kitchen, assisting with food preparation, cooking, and plating while developing skills in kitchen tool management, teamwork, and working efficiently under pressure.

Training Chef

Nov 2019 – Dec 2019

Restaurant Herku

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Applying classroom knowledge in a real-world setting, especially in terms of nutrition and health-conscious cooking.

Restaurant Manager

May 1998 – Dec 2001 · 3 yrs

Urumqi

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Independently oversaw kitchen operations during evening and weekend shifts, ensuring smooth and efficient service.

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Managed staff, coordinated food preparation, monitored inventory, and ensured quality control, all while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Skills

Other Skills

Food Safety Certificate, Level 1&2, Manual Handling Certificate, Microsoft Office (Excel, Power BI), Driving license: B

Availability & Preferences

Region

Gouda, Netherlands

Education

Vocational qualification in food services · Keuda Group Vocational Training · 2020 – 2020

Vocational qualification in restaurant and catering · Careeria Vocational Training · 2019 – 2019

Licenses & Certificates

Food Safety Certificate, Level 1&2

Manual Handling Certificate

Languages

English

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