Arpon Halder
Dedicated, highly skilled, and passionate Chef de Partie with extensive practical experience in high-volume, quality-driven professional kitchens. Proven expertise in Indian authentic cuisine, modern fusion techniques, section management, food safety compliance, and stock control. Known for maintaining exceptional standards under pressure, leading junior kitchen staff effectively, and consistently delivering high-quality dishes aligned with strict culinary specifications. Currently seeking a Chef de Partie or senior culinary position with an Accredited Employer in New Zealand, eager to bring exceptional culinary craftsmanship and a strong work ethic to a dynamic team.
Dynamic Chef recognized for creating memorable dishes with fresh ingredients. Monitors and evaluates purchasing, staffing, production and inventory to control food and labor costs and waste. Maintains federal, state, and local food sanitation and safety standards.
Work History
Chef de Partie
5 Years 7 Months- Spearhead high-end banquet, wedding, and large-scale event catering operations across luxury resort venues, including Nobu Hotel Los Cabos, Pueblo Bonito Sunset Beach, and Hyatt Regency/Ziva Los Cabos.
- Direct multi-course plated functions, high-volume banquet buffets, and exclusive VIP events, executing bespoke luxury wedding menus for up to 500+ guests while upholding strict quality and presentation standards.
- Efficiently manage and operate the hot kitchen section (Curry and Tandoor), ensuring seamless production during high-volume lunch and dinner services averaging 150+ covers per shift.
- Prepare authentic curries, marinades, tandoori items, freshly baked breads, and specialized sauces to exact taste, consistency, and visual standards.
- Oversee prep work and task allocation for commis chefs and kitchen hands, ensuring high productivity, safety, and consistent plating quality.
- Enforced strict hygiene and food safety guidelines, ensuring compliance with food control plans through daily temperature monitoring, batch labeling, and hygiene checks.
- Managed stock levels for assigned stations, conducted regular inventory counts, and minimized food wastage to under 3% through effective rotation protocols.
- Collaborated closely with Front-of-House (FOH) staff to ensure accurate catering of dietary requirements, allergens, and special guest requests.
- Prepared tandoor dishes and curries at Rich Taste of India kitchen
Commis Chef / Junior Chef
1 Year 6 Months- Completed comprehensive culinary training in 5-star hotel environment, assisting with high-volume fine-dining prep and banquet execution to ensure quality service.
- Ensured strict adherence to food safety standards, HACCP protocols, and sanitization guidelines across cold and hot kitchen sections to maintain a safe culinary environment.
- Assisted section chefs with daily mise en place and ingredient preparation, supporting consistent portion control during peak operations to contribute to kitchen efficiency.
Management Trainee / Kitchen Management Trainee
1 Year- Completed intensive 5-star luxury kitchen management training, gaining hands-on experience in key operational sections including hot kitchen, butchery, and pastry.
- Supervised line prep, kitchen workflow, inventory logging, and ensured food safety compliance in high-volume luxury hotel kitchens.
- Supported JW Marriott guest service operations with prompt, professional hospitality.
- Coordinated front desk procedures, including check-in, check-out, and room assignments.
- Monitored Marriott brand standards across guest areas and service touchpoints.
Education
Certificate - Culinary Arts / Commercial Cookery
Secondary School Qualification
Skills
Personal Information
Nationality: Indian
Current Location: Cabo San Lucas, Mexico
Current Position: Head Chef
Total Experience: 6 Years
International Experience: 2 Years in Mexico
Languages: English, Hindi, Bengali Spanish
Work Eligibility & Availability
Currently based in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. Indian citizen seeking international chef opportunities worldwide. Open to relocation and employer-sponsored work visa opportunities. Available to relocate subject to visa approval and employment arrangements.