Hi, I’m
Fatuma Tengah
Nakuru East
Summary
- Upgrading and uphold my culinary skills and services skills to provide reliable and relevant input towards achievement of the objectives of the establishment.
- Become an efficient and reliable team player in the position assigned.
- Remain relevant in the catering industries by always keeping a breast with the trend and continued acquisition of skills
Overview
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Nashville Hotel
Head Cook and Cashier
01.2018 - 03.2020
Job overview
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in the kitchen, meeting or exceeding health department requirements.
- Inspected freezer and refrigerator daily to check and maintain proper temperatures.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Efficiently handled high-volume service periods without sacrificing quality or consistency in food preparation.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Managed kitchen staff, ensuring proper training and adherence to safety protocols for a safe working environment.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Monitored food preparation processes to maintain consistent taste, texture, and presentation of dishes.
- Adhered to strict dietary restrictions when creating customized meal options for guests with allergies or preferences.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Mentored junior cooks, providing guidance on culinary techniques and fostering professional growth within the team.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Developed new menu items for increased customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Mombasa Continental Resort
Cook
05.2016 - 09.2016
Bradegate International College
Food and Beverage Production as Part Time Lecturer
01.2015 - 04.2016
Education
Muhotetu Girls Secondary School
Kenya Navy Primary School
NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE OF CATERING COURSE from CRAFT IN FOOD AND BEVERAGE PRODUCTION, SERVICE AND SALES
Skills
- Experience in outside catering
- Cake making and decoration
- Cost Control
- Recipe Development
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Food Safety
- Garnishing Techniques
- Food spoilage prevention
- Restaurant Operations
- Training and mentoring
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food plating and presentation
- Waste Reduction
- Baking and Pastry
- Staff Management
- Nutrition
- Performance Improvement
- Kitchen Management
- Inventory Oversight
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Food and Beverage Service
Cover Letter
Dear Sir/Madam,
REF: JOB APPLICATION AS A COOK/WAITRESS
I am a graduate of National Youth Service School of Catering, where I studied Food & Beverage Production and Service. I am currently not working. I have worked in Mombasa Continental Resort as a Cook and a lecturer in Bradegate International College as a Part Time Lecturer (Food and Beverages Production)
I believe my experience has given me the skills to make a valuable contribution.
I have attached my CV and testimonials for your consideration and am looking forward to hearing from you.
Yours faithfully,
FATUMA O. TENGAH
Personal Information
- ID Number: 27571745
- Date of Birth: 04/17/88
- Gender: Female
Career Experience
04/2012 - 07/2012, Mombasa, INDUSTRIAL ATTACHMENT AT THE MOMBASA SERENA BEACH, Food and beverages production, Food and beverage service, Food and beverages stores, Housekeeping and laundry
Vocationaltrainingandexperience
03/2010 - 06/2010, Attended an In-Charge Course In National Youth Service College-Gilgil
Awards
Certificate of participation of the presidential catering Functions at the national youth service college
Ambition
To be a valuable in disposable asset to the organization and to always leave mark of positivity and professionalism
References
- THE COMMANDANT, N.Y.S COLLEGE GILGIL, Gilgil
- MR MOSES OUMA, THE PRINCIPAL, Gilgil
- MR DANIEL KOILA, H.O.D NYS SCHOOL OF CATERING, Gilgil
- MS GEORGINA KILONZO, HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGER, Mombasa, 90352
- MRS MARY STEVEN, GENERAL MANAGER, Mombasa, 80101, 548 7110
- BRADEGATE INTERNATIONAL COLLEGE, THE PRINCIPAL, Nyeri, 10030
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Charity work
- Watching and playing football
Timeline
Head Cook and Cashier
Nashville Hotel
01.2018 - 03.2020
Cook
Mombasa Continental Resort
05.2016 - 09.2016
Food and Beverage Production as Part Time Lecturer
Bradegate International College
01.2015 - 04.2016
Muhotetu Girls Secondary School
Kenya Navy Primary School
NATIONAL YOUTH SERVICE OF CATERING COURSE from CRAFT IN FOOD AND BEVERAGE PRODUCTION, SERVICE AND SALES
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