ARNEST WAFULA WAWIRE
DEMI CHEF DE PARTIE PIZZA
Nairobi
Summary
Creative demi Chef with 8 years working in hot kitchen. Ensuring food and service standards are at per. Creatively passionately cooking meals Salads,Pizza,grill,sauces food preparation and preservation accordingly
Experienced with culinary techniques and kitchen management. Utilizes these skills to create delicious and visually appealing dishes while ensuring efficient kitchen operations. Knowledge of food safety standards and track record of effective team collaboration and adaptability.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Demi Chef De Partie
Princess Cruises
11.2022 - Current
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work environment in compliance with health department standards.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing proper mise en place techniques.
- Supported chef de partie in daily mise-en-place, assigned preparation projects and inventory activities.
- Consistently followed recipes accurately while also adding personal touches when appropriate to enhance flavor profiles.
DEMI Chef Pizza
Bambino Italian Kitchen
03.2022 - 10.2022
- Prepare for lunch And Dinner
- Check available food items
- Follow FIFO
- Check fridge and preserved foods
- Prepare Mis-en-plus early
- Receive Pizza orders and prepare
- Mix pizza dough and portion
Assistant Kitchen Chef
Tortuga Rum Bar & Restaurant
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepare lunch and Dinner
- Check available food early morning
- Follow FIFO
- Check fridge and preserved foods
- Prepare Mis-en-plus early
- Receive food orders and prepare
- Prepare sauces and preserve
- Make orders of food stock dry and meat,sea food and chicken
- Come up with food ideas
- Review menu time to time
- Creatively discuss on service
DEMI Chef
Charles Bistro Nairobi
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Prepare breakfast lunch and Dinner
- Check available food early morning
- Follow FIFO
- Check fridge and preserved foods
- Prepare Mis-en-plus early
- Receive food orders and prepare
- Prepare sauces and preserve
DEMI Chef
Urban Eatry-The Daily
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Prepare breakfast lunch and Dinner
- Check available food early morning
- Follow FIFO
- Check fridge and preserved foods
- Prepare Mis-en-plus early
- Receive food orders and prepare
- Prepare sauces and preserve
DEMI Chef
Artcaffe Coffee n Bakery
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Prepare breakfast lunch and Dinner
- Check available food early morning
- Follow FIFO
- Check fridge and preserved foods
- Prepare Mis-en-plus early
- Receive food orders and prepare
Education
Huma arts
Bumbo Senior School of Arts
01.2008
Associate of Arts - Food Production
Africa College Of Arts
Nairobi Kenya 04.2001 -
Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Detail-oriented
- Fast-paced Decision Making
- Leading a team
- Creative
- computer literate
Simmering
Steaming
Grilling
Roasting
Frying
Food safety
Food presentation
Mise en place
Knife skills
Ingredient sourcing
Sauce preparation
Cooking methods
Garnishing techniques
Frying expertise
Allergen awareness
Hygiene standards
Cold food preparation
Vegetable preparation
Kitchen equipment operation
Food preparation
Garnishing and plating
Menu memorization
Food spoilage prevention
Kitchen leadership
Safety management
Mentoring and coaching
Safe food handling
Line inspections
Culinary trends
Sanitation procedures
Culinary trends monitoring
Supervising food prep
Plating
Performance improvement
Safe handling
Wine expertise
Customer service
Catering background
Foodservice
Verbal and written communication
Wine pairing
Positive and professional
References
- Teddy, Watene, Chef, +254 714 790675, Artcaffe Coffee and Bakery, Private Bag, Nairobi, Westlands
- Moha, Njeru, Chef, +254 723 899574, Charles Bistro, Private Bag, Nairobi, CBD
Timeline
Demi Chef De Partie
Princess Cruises
11.2022 - Current
DEMI Chef Pizza
Bambino Italian Kitchen
03.2022 - 10.2022
Assistant Kitchen Chef
Tortuga Rum Bar & Restaurant
01.2021 - 01.2022
DEMI Chef
Charles Bistro Nairobi
01.2019 - 01.2020
DEMI Chef
Urban Eatry-The Daily
01.2017 - 01.2018
DEMI Chef
Artcaffe Coffee n Bakery
01.2014 - 01.2016
Associate of Arts - Food Production
Africa College Of Arts
04.2001 -
Huma arts
Bumbo Senior School of Arts