VIVEK TAMHANE

SR. EXECUTIVE CHEF

CONTACTS ABOUT ME
With over 37+ years of culinary experience in frozen food, bakery and has an
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immense operational experience in setting up restaurants in Europe and managing
[email protected] shop operations at restaurants in India.
Ideated to go into a venture like new hotel projects expansion, which is putting My
Bangalore, 560064, India inputs for some of the projects for hotel groups.

ACHIEVEMENTS

➢ Online media as in, Cookery Show on NDTV GOOD TIMES With Pralhad
Kakkar.
WEBSITES & ➢ Own Cookery Show on Saam Marathi Channel and Zee TV Channel.
SOCIAL LINKS ➢ Contributed recipes to Leading Newspapers of India-Times of
India, Indian Express, Maharashtra Times, Magazines- Own Coolum in Lok
Prabha for 2016-2017,
Mini Bio:
➢ Autobiography Article in Marathi Newspaper Loksatta,” Chef of The
http://www.loksatta.com/khau- Month” Feb 2015.
anandey-news/the-success-story- ➢ Own Coolum in Rasoi, Own Coolum in Denticare, Femina World of
of-vivek-tamhane- Cooking 1998.
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INITIATIVES,

Ref net ➢ Judge for Cooking Competitions Ckp Food Festival, Goan Food
Feast, Rizvi Catering College, Itm Catering Collage and In Various Places.
➢ Authored two books namely ‘Chef’s Recipes’ nominated for Maharashtra
https://www.facebook.com/vtam Rajya Puraskar and ‘Jagtik Masale’ based on various Indian Spices.
hane ➢ Launch the new book on “Ayurveda -The Ancient cooking
➢ “Distinction Of Working With Celebrity British Chef Anton
Mossiman.Introduced
https://www.loksatta.com/lokpra ➢ First Time In India The ‘Chocolate Convention’ At Rodas Hotel Mumbai
bha/food-special-14-1105076/ 2004.
➢ Has been facilitated with prestigious awards and recognition, - National
2009, Best Creative Chef award (Canada),
http://www.hospitalitybizindia.co ➢ Won An Award For The Chefs Recipes “Housewives Favorite 2014”.
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Pune.
➢ Authored New book Recently namely ‘Legacy Hidden Recipes Of
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http://deltaaegis.com/files/docum Sr. Executive Chef, Embassy Group, Bangalore

Sep 2017 - Present
ents/DE-MODE-JUL-AUG-2018-
DIGITAL-EDITION.pdf Managing all aspects of this full-service kitchen, and banquet facility, developing
dinner sp. events, monthly events and maintaining exceptional profitability
achieving all standards set forth by the company.
http://www.loksatta.com/khau- Continuously training young staff to reach their professional goals and maintaining
anandey-news/the-success-story- high standards of quality.
of-vivek-tamhane- Promoting restaurant sales through community events and cooking classes
appearances.
1499039/?fbclid=IwAR1XENUISW_ Maintaining highly skilled staff and cooking techniques in all aspects of kitchen
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bC-Y_UZDNqxF5ufDVjb8lao Keeping up on modern food trends and working completely hands on to ensure
quality, consistency, and profitability.
Developed more of Authentic style menus and multi-component and dessert
http://epaper.lokprabha.com/218 menus.
7133/Lokprabha/14-06- Managed 2 properties for opening a new restaurant from projects, including vendor
2019?fbclid=IwAR0ddc5WXQ5Atg selection for food purchasing, hiring, and menu development trained and managed
young and enthusiastic staff.
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#dual/34/1 Director/Executive chef, Wah restaurant Pvt Ltd., Mumbai
Mar 2013 - Sep 2017

Reduced food costs by 12 percent by opening new outlets and increased sale by 1.5
Cr Monthly with 54 outlets.
Tie up with Big Bazar, CCD, for their food production.
Vivek Tamhane - Summarized by Collaborated closely with the food and beverage director UK Urban food Enc. chefs.
Plex. Page | Content | Managed and assisted kitchen staff in producing food for restaurants, café, and
Summarization pastry shops. kept a clean and safe environment by adhering to state and local
sanitation and safety requirements. Ensured smooth kitchen operation by
overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing, and receiving
One Chef, One Recipe: Kolhapuri . Sign All the documents needed as the owner requirements.
Roast Mutton by Chef Vivek
Tamhane | Travel dines
Executive chef, Dish Hospitality Pvt Ltd, Mumbai
Mar 2009 - Mar 2013
Working the BLVD Club with Chef
Vivek Tamhane | Preparing an extensive assortment of desserts, including cakes, pies, cookies, For
(bangaloreinsider.com) Barista and B2B cafes. Food production for BBQ nation,
Back hand production for Pizza Express, and our own brand Cinnabon USA
Responsible for all aspects of meal preparation for corporate apx 3000 meals per
Interview With Author and Sr day, clean-up, and general upkeep of the kitchen.
Executive Chef Vivek Tamhane | Reported directly to the director of operations during a weekly meeting.
Brilliant Read Media Monthly meeting with clients for the updated menus.
Responsible for weights/measures and the handling of a perishable product.
Recipes: Add to your Ramzan feast
with these dishes by Chef Vivek Sous chef, Fairmont chateau Lake Louise, Lake Louise, Canada
Tamhane (indulgexpress.com) July 2008 - Feb 2009

Managed staff and maintained appropriate staffing levels throughout shifts.

Chef Vivek Tamhane - Fry powder food production for special orders for large-scale events such as weddings and
Sugran. - YouTube birthday parties.
Managed kitchen staff by orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, supervising,
evaluating, and enforcing discipline when necessary.
Black Bean Salad with Vinaigrette Regularly interacted with guests for feedback on product quality and service levels.
Dressing: A Perfect Summer Slaw Led shifts while personally preparing food items and executing requests based on
by Chef Vivek Tamhane required specifications.
(slurrp.com) Actively involved in cost control, sanitation, menu development, training, private
dining, and catering.

Recipe: This Scottish Roast Chicken

will make you feel Christmas
arrived early - Hindustan Times
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Executive sous chef , P&O cruises UK, London
tasty recipes for daddy dearest
Mar 2004 - Mar 2008
(indulgexpress.com)
Joined back to open a new ship,
Maintaining a highly organized kitchen, instilling a focus on attention-to-detail with
Chefs' corner: Holi-special food staff.
recipes for house parties - Managing all staff training to ensure high levels of cooperation and communication.
Luxebook Improving food quality and consistency by creating new recipes and a strict SOP
recipe.
Creating cleaning lists, order guides, pull lists, and food safety charts as UKPH
Baisakhi special: Lip-smacking standards.
desserts you must try - Hindustan Performing various supervisory tasks to produce clean, healthy meals over 3500
Times people every day.
Responsible for monthly inventory, coordination with store costs.

Wholesome and engaging recipes

for daddy dearest Head chef, Cairn group of hotels, London /Newcastle/ Scotland
(thehealthpressdaily.com) Nov 2002 - Oct 2004

Managing and direct facilitation of food and beverage services for over 200
The Dentcare - May English 2019 wedding events.
by The Dentcare - Issuu Creating menus, ala carte dining, make SOP’s and handover to the chef to run the
operations, and move to a next property following federal
Duties included management staff, hiring, and training, ordering, receiving and
Watch: How to make Thandai inventory control.
Mousse Ice Cream - Times Food
(timesofindia.com) Head chef , Vermilion, Dublin, Ireland
Dec 2001 - Nov 2002
Cool watermelon salads that go
Open the restaurant from projects right from setting up the kitchen to the menu.
beyond feta cheese (livemint.com) Personally, preparing food items and executing requests based on required
specifications.
https://newstrailindia.com/inner. Actively involved in cost control, sanitation, menu development, training,
recruitment, private dining, and catering.
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Planned lunch, dinner, and bar menus, as well as special menus for in-house special
events and catering.
https://www.hindustantimes.com Maintained updated knowledge of local competition and restaurant industry trends.
/lifestyle/recipe/navratri-2021-
special-recipe-singhare-ki-poori- Executive Sous Chef, Orchid Hotel, Mumbai
and-spinach-makhana- Jun 1996 - Dec 2001
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Started from the projects,
Designing the kitchen, ordering the equipment's coordination with executive chef.
https://luxebook.in/chefs-corner- Maintained appropriate staffing levels in stages.
holi-special-food-recipes-for- Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality new menus,
house-parties/ more events, and festivals.
Asist executive chef in cost control, sanitation, menu development, training,
recruitment, private dining, and catering.
http://www.bindugopalrao.com/h Maintained updated knowledge, attend competition and restaurant industry trends.
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Commi Chef, P&O cruises UK, Southampton UK
https://www.youtube.com/watch Feb 1995 - May 1996
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Joined in project for a new ship "Oriana",
Food Production as per a strict SOP recipe.
Creating cleaning lists, maintain as per USPH standards for food safety charts,
training on day to day Performing various supervisory tasks to produce clean,
healthy meals over 2500 people every day.

Trainee Chef - Asst. Chef, Taj Mahal Hotel, Mumbai

Sep 1986 - Jan 1995
https://www.indulgexpress.com/li Joined After the catering collage,
fe- Food Production as per a sr. chefs guidance recipe.
style/recipe1/2021/jun/16/fathers Creating new dishes for events under guidance of chefs.
-day-special-healthy-and-tasty- Training with other chefs to learn new tactics.
Maintain hygrine and cleanliness.
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us/videos/watch-how-to-make- EDUCATION
stuffed-chicken-breast-with-
lemon- Bachelor Hospitality And Culinary Management, Cornell University Canada,
sauce/videoshow/81588322.cms 2009

https://news.allauction.live/host-
https-food.ndtv.com/recipe- Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) , The International University,
Missouri, USA, Mumbai
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http://thehealthpressdaily.com/in Specialized Course in Bakery Confectionery, Poona Catering Collage, Poona

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standard-ones/
Diploma in Hotel Management, Cambridge Catering Collage, Mumbai
1985
https://food.ndtv.com/recipe-
pongal-956340
https://www.traveldine.com/thandai-recipes-with-a-twist/
https://www.hindustantimes.com
/lifestyle/recipe/diwali-2022-
choti-diwali-recipes-to-leave-your- https://food.ndtv.com/recipe-avocado-and-mix-nuts-thandai-956574
guests-drooling-
101666348031224.html SKILLS
https://www.kitchenherald.com/c
ulinary-trends-ruling-the-food- Food production Bakery pastry
industry/

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Food production training
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https://timesofindia.indiatimes.co Guest coordination

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Food Costing

New Product Development