Sumit Minan

Highly skilled Indian & Tandoor Chef with 12+ years of professional kitchen experience across UAE, Georgia, and India. Expertise in authentic North Indian cuisine, tandoor operations, kebabs, curries, naan, and high-volume kitchen management. Experienced in leading kitchen teams, coordinating staff, and maintaining food quality and hygiene standards in fast-paced multicultural kitchen environments.

Indian & Tandoor Chef - Spicy Garden Indian Restaurant - Gudauri, Georgia Easter Europe

(2023-11 - 2025-05)

• Managed complete tandoor operations and Indian food preparation.
• Prepared naan, roti, kebabs, curries, and traditional Indian dishes.
• Handled high customer volume during peak tourist seasons.
• Maintained hygiene and kitchen cleanliness standards.
• Led and coordinated kitchen staff during busy service hours.

Indian & Tandoor Chef - Bawabat Al Nujoom Restaurant - Khorfakkan, UAE

(2022-10 - 2023-05)

• Specialized in authentic Indian cuisine and tandoor items.
• Managed food preparation during busy operational hours.
• Ensured consistent taste, presentation, and food quality.

Indian & Tandoor Chef - Babu Town Restaurant - Abu Dhabi, UAE

(2020-09 - 2022-09)

• Worked in a fast-paced professional kitchen environment.
• Prepared high-quality Indian dishes and tandoori items.
• Followed strict hygiene and food safety standards.

Indian & Tandoor Cook - Maharaja Cafe - Fujairah, UAE

(2017-11 - 2020-02)

• Assisted senior chefs in food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Managed ingredient preparation and tandoor section duties.
• Maintained cleanliness and food safety procedures.

Commis Chef (1st / 2nd / 3rd) - Hotel BBC, RI Tadka & Hotel Samudra - Mumbai, India

(2014-01 - 2017-12)

• Assisted in Indian food preparation and kitchen operations.
• Learned professional cooking techniques and service standards.
• Supported chefs during busy restaurant operations.

Secondary School Education