Sous Chef & Student
Bon Appétit Management Company at Google
Mountain View, CA
June – October 2015

Worked as a sous chef specializing in French, Indian, and Mexican cuisine while completing culinary certification training. Prepared high-quality breakfast and lunch catering for thousands of Google employees, plated individually Monday through Thursday. Gained hands-on experience in food cost analysis, menu audits, and sustainability initiatives, contributing to both culinary execution and workplace culture.

• Cost & Menu Analysis: Gained experience in food cost tracking and menu auditing to support budget-conscious, sustainable operations.
• Culinary Execution: Delivered consistent, high-volume plated meals with a focus on quality, presentation, and ingredient integrity.
• Culinary Certification: Earned a Culinary Arts Certificate during the training period, specializing in multi-cultural cuisine and fine dining techniques.
• Sustainability & Workplace Programs: Participated in initiatives to improve workplace culture and operational efficiency, including reduced waste, safety, and manager coaching programs.
• Catering Operations: Supported large-scale catering logistics, maintaining service standards across thousands of individually plated meals.