Zafar Jafry
Sous Chef
About
Zafar Jafry is a skilled Sous Chef with diverse culinary leadership experience. He brings 1.5 years of progressive experience in luxury private-club dining, Michelin-starred fine dining, high-volume events, and multicultural kitchen environments. He excels in managing daily kitchen operations, supervising teams, and ensuring exceptional service delivery. He is seeking to leverage his comprehensive culinary expertise in a challenging new role.
Experience
Sous Chef
Apr 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 7 mosBeacon Hall Golf Club · Aurora, Ontario, Canada
- Led daily culinary operations for dining, banquets, tournaments, and events, serving 60-80 covers.
- Supervised up to 12 kitchen staff and created BOH schedules for a 12-person team.
- Managed kitchen operations during Executive Chef's absence, resolving issues and directing service.
First Cook
May 2023 – Mar 2024 · 10 mosBeacon Hall Golf Club · Aurora, Ontario, Canada
- Supported Sous and Executive Chefs in daily operations and member events.
- Assumed Sous Chef responsibilities from September 2023, leading service and operations.
- Managed station preparation, mise en place, service execution, and presentation standards.
Sous Chef / Pitmaster
Mar 2022 – Nov 2022 · 8 mosSmoke Stop - Southern-Greek Fusion Food Truck · Greater Toronto Area, Canada
- Served as Sous Chef and Pitmaster for a Southern-Greek fusion food truck.
- Led a three-person team, supported menu planning and supplier coordination.
- Managed smoking and production of various meats.
Line Cook
Sep 2019 – Dec 2019 · 3 mosLiberty Kitchen · Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Worked multiple stations during dinner service for approximately 100 covers.
- Supported preparation, plating, and service flow during high-volume periods.
Commis Chef
Sep 2019 – Dec 2019 · 3 mosMIC Kitchen - One-Michelin-Star Korean-European Fusion Restaurant · Hong Kong
- Supported a one-Michelin-star kitchen with 6-8 course tasting menus for 20-30 guests.
- Assisted senior chefs in garde manger and pastry, focusing on mise en place and plating.
- Gained exposure to fine-dining techniques and Michelin-starred kitchen discipline.
Skills
Culinary Expertise
Kitchen Management
Food Safety & Compliance
Languages
Education & Certifications
Diploma in Culinary Management
George Brown College · 2020
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