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Nikita Dolgov

Nikita Dolgov

Baku,Azerbaijan

Summary

Creative and passionate chef with experience in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and team management. Skilled in crafting innovative dishes that cater to diverse palates while ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. Demonstrated ability to improve kitchen efficiency and enhance dining experiences through effective leadership and culinary skills. Successfully elevated guest satisfaction by consistently delivering exceptional meals and fostering a positive working environment for the culinary team.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Sous Chef

Movida
Baku, Azerbaijan
03.2025 - 12.2025
  • Moroccan-Lebanese restaurant, Saffron Company - Baku, Azerbaijan

Sous Chef

El Portalon
Baku, Azerbaijan
06.2024 - 02.2025
  • Spanish-Mexican restaurant, Saffron Company - Baku, Azerbaijan

Head Chef

Coffee Space
Baku, Azerbaijan
08.2022 - 06.2024
  • Gastro Café - Baku, Azerbaijan

Head Chef

Katsu Space
Baku, Azerbaijan
04.2022 - 08.2022
  • Japanese restaurant - Baku Azerbaijan

Sous Chef

Fish Box
Baku, Azerbaijan
08.2021 - 03.2022
  • Seafood restaurant, Seabreeze resort - Baku, Azerbaijan

Sous Chef

Coffee Space
Baku, Azerbaijan
01.2021 - 08.2021
  • Gastro Café - Baku, Azerbaijan

Chef de partie

Tucano
Dubai, UAE
09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Brazilian steak house, Nakheel Company –UAE, Dubai, DU

Chef de partie

Rodizio
Baku, Azerbaijan
01.2018 - 08.2019
  • Brazilian steak house - Baku, Azerbaijan

Demi Chef

Staybridge Suites
Baku, Azerbaijan
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Hotel - Baku, Azerbaijan

Skills

  • Brazilian cuisine
  • Mexican cuisine
  • Spanish cuisine
  • European cuisine
  • Italian cuisine
  • Japanese cuisine
  • Adept in food hygiene
  • Quality focused
  • Calm under pressure
  • Food inventories
  • Food preparation techniques
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Inventory control
  • Food safety
  • Menu planning
  • Culinary techniques

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 10.11.96

Languages

Russian
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Azerbaijani
Upper Intermediate
B2

Timeline

Junior Sous Chef

Movida
03.2025 - 12.2025

Sous Chef

El Portalon
06.2024 - 02.2025

Head Chef

Coffee Space
08.2022 - 06.2024

Head Chef

Katsu Space
04.2022 - 08.2022

Sous Chef

Fish Box
08.2021 - 03.2022

Sous Chef

Coffee Space
01.2021 - 08.2021

Chef de partie

Tucano
09.2019 - 09.2020

Chef de partie

Rodizio
01.2018 - 08.2019

Demi Chef

Staybridge Suites
01.2017 - 12.2017
Nikita Dolgov