Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with regional cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational Swahili and English language skills.
My responsibilities included studying recipes, setting up menus and preparing high quality dishes. I was able to delegate tasks to kitchen staff to ensure meals are prepared in a timely manner.
I was responsible for this duties that include welcoming and seating guests, taking guest orders, communicating them effectively to the kitchen and in addition, memorizing the menu and offering recommendations to upsell appetizers, desserts, or drinks.