Turan Mehdiyev
Head Chef
About
Turan Mehdiyev is a seasoned kitchen professional with extensive international experience. He possesses 17 years of expertise in hotels, restaurants, and resorts, specializing in kitchen operations, team leadership, menu development, purchasing, and quality control. He is highly adaptable and committed to maintaining excellent standards of food quality and hygiene. He is seeking opportunities to leverage his comprehensive culinary and management skills in a challenging new role.
Experience
Senior Sous Chef
10/2025 – 09/2026Splendido Hotel · Kotor, Montenegro
- Managed a kitchen team of 35–40 staff.
- Coordinated kitchen operations for large-scale events serving 900–1,000 guests.
- Supervised staff allocation and workflow, ensuring food quality and compliance.
Senior Sous Chef
11/2024 – 09/2025CaspiMayr Retreat Beach Resort · Baku, Azerbaijan
- Worked across à la carte, wedding, and banquet services.
- Operated efficiently within a compact team in high-pressure environments.
- Ensured consistent food quality and presentation.
Head Chef (Culinary Specialist)
03/2023 – 10/2024Dinamo Hotel (Bridge Group) · Baku, Azerbaijan
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring consistent food quality and service standards.
- Collaborated with Michelin-starred chefs on high-profile events and food tastings.
- Supported new restaurant openings, including recruitment, setup, and operational coordination.
Chef
10/2020 – 02/2023Emporium Restaurant (Port Baku) · Baku, Azerbaijan
- Worked to Marriott standards across hot and cold kitchen sections.
- Managed breakfast buffet operations, wedding banquets, and VIP events.
- Focused on high food quality, presentation, and service standards.
Chef de Partie
06/2017 – 08/2020Sheraton Airport Hotel (J.M.Marriott) · Baku, Azerbaijan
- Responsible for mise en place and handmade pasta, focusing on traditional German cuisine.
- Experienced in high-volume service, buffet operations, weddings, and large-scale banquets.
Skills
Team & Operations
Culinary Expertise
Kitchen Management
Food Safety & Compliance
Languages
Education & Certifications
Diploma in Culinary Arts
Baku Tourism and Gastronomy College · 2018
Diploma in Culinary Arts
Azerbaijan Culinary Congress (ACSA) · 2020
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