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Navaneethan Appathurai

Navaneethan Appathurai

Kuala Lumpur

Summary

Results-driven Head Chef with extensive expertise in menu development, kitchen management, and cost control. Proven track record of achieving revenue targets and enhancing culinary operations, recognized for innovative dishes featured in The Star newspaper for Christmas 2023 promotion. Demonstrates strong leadership and problem-solving abilities, ensuring high standards in food quality and safety compliance. Fluent in English, Bahasa Melayu, and Tamil, fostering effective communication in diverse environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Head Chef

The Riyaz Lavanya Hotel
12.2024 - Current
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Managed all the outlets with the assistance of my staffs and achieved monthly revenue targets for year 2025.
  • Developed and implemented new menus for lobby lounge and all-day dining, including festive offerings such as Christmas and New Year Promotions for year 2025.
  • Managed staffing, controlled food costs in the approved range, and addressed customer feedback for continuous improvement, ensuring strict adherence to HACCP guidelines.
  • Opened up two outlets which is Sail Kitchen & Executive Lounge and introduces some snack and extra menus.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • The Riyaz was one of the participating hotels hence managed the crowd with minimal staffing for LIMA
    2025.
  • Organized Chinese New Year, Valentines and Hari Raya promotions. Currently coming up with Merdeka, Deepavali and New Year 2026 Promotion.
  • Participated in HOD and P&L meetings, driving performance improvements against KPIs for self and
    team.

Sous Chef

The Riyaz Lavanya Hotel
06.2024 - 12.2024
  • Spearheaded coffee house & Roof Top operations since there was no Head Chef, achieved monthly and second half annual revenue targets for 2024.
  • Developed and implemented new menus for lobby lounge and all-day dining, including festive offerings such as Christmas and New Year Promotions for year 2024. Also modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Attended HOD and P&L meetings, driving performance improvements against KPIs for self and
    team.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen and ensured strict adherence to HACCP guidelines. Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Also addressed customer feedback for continuous improvement and worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment and trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency & adherence to standards and monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.


Sous Chef

Eastin Hotel
03.2023 - 05.2024
  • fully in-charge of coffee house which includes ensuring monthly and yearly revenue is to be achieved - this was achieved for the year 2023.
  • implemented new menus for lobby lounge and all-day dining which include festive menus, where my menus were published in The Star for Christmas 2023 promotion.
  • attend HOD and P.N.L (profit and loss) meetings and work towards the required KPI for myself and my staff.
  • managing staffing, maintaining food costs, handle customers' daily review and working towards improvements, also to ensure HACCP is strictly followed.

Sous Chef

Brew House
06.2022 - 03.2023
  • In charge of the outlet when the head chef is not around.
  • Ensured all the recipes are done according to the SOP.
  • Ordering supplies and making sure stock are at par level
  • Trained staff to be updated on SOP and cooking methods.

Junior Sous Chef

Eastin Hotel
04.2018 - 05.2022
  • In charge of the coffee house and banquet kitchen operations.

Senior sous chef

Asian Aviation Centre of Excellence Sdn Bhd
08.2014 - 06.2017
  • Responsible for both planning and directing the preparation of food in the kitchen before, during, and after every service.
  • In charge of staffing and kitchen operations on a day-to-day basis which includes doing on job training and refreshers.
  • Handled onsite catering which enhanced my banqueting skills.
  • Handled the whole kitchen when the Head Chef left.
  • Managed costing and suppliers.

Chef De Partie

Shah's Village Hotel
10.2008 - 07.2014
  • My primary role was to oversee the entire Kitchen Operations, including managing chefs to their section in preparing, cooking, and presenting culinary dishes, enforcing strict health and hygiene standards in the kitchen and trouble-shooting any problems that may arise.
  • Planned and ensured new menus were available for the Monthly Promotions.
  • Organize all activities within my Hotel Kitchen area, ensuring a safe, smooth running and profitable operation within the framework of the Hotel.
  • Handled monthly inventory to maintain the cost of the kitchen operations.

Education

Certificate - Hotel Operations

Country Heights College
12.1997

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Menu Development
  • Kitchen Management
  • Menu Planning
  • Cost Control
  • Problem-solving
  • Creativity
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Training & Development
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Analytical thinking
  • Customer relations

Languages

English
Bahasa Melayu
Tamil

Timeline

Head Chef

The Riyaz Lavanya Hotel
12.2024 - Current

Sous Chef

The Riyaz Lavanya Hotel
06.2024 - 12.2024

Sous Chef

Eastin Hotel
03.2023 - 05.2024

Sous Chef

Brew House
06.2022 - 03.2023

Junior Sous Chef

Eastin Hotel
04.2018 - 05.2022

Senior sous chef

Asian Aviation Centre of Excellence Sdn Bhd
08.2014 - 06.2017

Chef De Partie

Shah's Village Hotel
10.2008 - 07.2014

Certificate - Hotel Operations

Country Heights College

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