Aniq Azni
Selangor
Summary
Experienced Culinary Professional with over 10 years in leadership roles across restaurants, commercial kitchens, and maritime catering. Specialises in high-volume food production, team management, menu engineering, food costing, and inventory management. Complies with international food safety standards, including HACCP and MLC 2006, while delivering quality food under pressure and maintaining cost efficiency.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Mios&co
Shah Alam, Malaysia
04.2026 - Current
- Controlled and directed food preparation and service in high volume kitchen.
- Managed kitchen operations efficiently, coordinating with staff to maintain smooth service during peak hours.
- Supervised work of cooks and kitchen helpers helping to keep kitchen running smoothly.
- Planned menus for daily use, special events and seasonal promotions.
- Controlled food costs through expert ingredient sourcing and meal planning.
- Estimated food and labour costs and kept operations within budgets.
- Enforced health and safety standards for food storage, preparation and handling.
Head Chef cum Manager
Selera Kampung Kite
Setia Alam, Malaysia
04.2024 - 03.2026
- Managed kitchen operations efficiently, coordinating with staff to maintain smooth service during peak hours.
- Oversaw daily operations of kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and smooth kitchen function.
- Controlled food costs through expert ingredient sourcing and meal planning.
- Estimated food and labour costs and kept operations within budgets.
- Procured kitchen supplies by assessing demand to maintain optimal stock levels for continuous operations.
- Enforced health and safety standards for food storage, preparation and handling.
- Developed recipes and menus to align culinary trends with consumer demand.
- Conducted regular inspections of work and food quality to ensure adherence to specifications.
Second cook promoted to Chief Cook
Eaglestar Shipmanagement
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
07.2020 - 01.2024
- Managed kitchen inventory, conducted weekly stock checks, and ordered supplies to maintain adequate levels.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen, following food safety regulations.
- Inspected food and ingredients for freshness and weighed, mixed and prepped materials before cooking meals.
- Maintained clean, safe environment by adhering to sanitation and safety requirements.
Head Chef
Pinggan Puteh
Shah Alam, Malaysia
01.2017 - 05.2020
- Managed kitchen operations efficiently, coordinating with staff to maintain smooth service during peak hours.
- Supervised work of cooks and kitchen helpers helping to keep kitchen running smoothly.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to ensure overall safety and use of proper food handling techniques.
- Controlled food costs through expert ingredient sourcing and meal planning.
Chef de Partie
Tujoh Cafe
Petaling Jaya, Malaysia
01.2016 - 12.2016
- Prepared a wide range of dishes, adhering to menu specifications and quality standards, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Prepared and cooked high quality food following recipes and menu guidelines.
- Enforced health and safety standards for food storage, preparation and handling.
- Followed strict health and safety guidelines in the kitchen.
Chef de Partie
Fill Up Cafe
Shah Alam, Malaysia
08.2015 - 12.2015
- Trained junior chefs and trainees in culinary techniques and kitchen procedures to improve team skill level.
- Designed and arranged food displays to enhance visual appeal and increase customer engagement.
- Managed inventory of supplies and deliveries to ensure accurate records and availability.
Commis 1
Besitos Restaurant
Shah Alam, Malaysia
05.2015 - 07.2015
- Assisted in the preparation of basic food items under chef supervision, adhering to recipes and quality standards.
- Supported kitchen team in prioritising and fulfilling high-volume orders during peak service periods.
- Organised and maintained cookware, utensils, and dishes, contributing to a tidy and efficient kitchen environment.
- Executed daily cleaning and restocking checklists, ensuring smooth kitchen operations.
Education
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma Culinary Arts
Universiti Teknologi Mara
Dungun, Terengganu01-2017
Skills
- Food safety management
- HACCP knowledge
- Food hygiene
- Sanitation compliance
- Kitchen sanitation
- Menu planning
- Recipe development
- Recipe costing
- Cost control
- Inventory management
- Quality assurance
- Staff leadership
- Training and development
- Team coordination
- Kitchen management
- Recipe costing
Languages
Malay
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Certification
Diploma in Culinary Arts
Universiti Teknologi MARA (UiTM) Dungun, Terengganu
2012 – 2015
MARITIME CERTIFICATIONS
* STCW Basic Training
* Ship's Cook / Seaman Cook Verification
* Liquid & Gas Tanker Familiarization
* Active Seaman Book
Timeline
Head Chef
Mios&co
04.2026 - Current
Head Chef cum Manager
Selera Kampung Kite
04.2024 - 03.2026
Second cook promoted to Chief Cook
Eaglestar Shipmanagement
07.2020 - 01.2024
Head Chef
Pinggan Puteh
01.2017 - 05.2020
Chef de Partie
Tujoh Cafe
01.2016 - 12.2016
Chef de Partie
Fill Up Cafe
08.2015 - 12.2015
Commis 1
Besitos Restaurant
05.2015 - 07.2015
Diploma of Higher Education - Diploma Culinary Arts
Universiti Teknologi Mara