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John Smith
Chef
Nairobi,30
Summary
Exceptional Head Chef with superb understanding of recipes and food cooking methods. Specialties include determining proper portions, menu planning and managing food inventory. Passionate about food and hospitality. Skillfully manage kitchen and food preparation areas.
Talented Sous Chef with sound knowledge of food preparation and restaurant management. Solid understanding of managing all personnel activity in hospitality industry. Exceptional communication skills with ability to give clear instructions to subordinates. Organized and reliable with outstanding menu creation capabilities.
Self-motivated Head Chef with 2 years of expertise preparing memorable dishes with fresh ingredients. Well-trained in Menu planning and Asian cuisines. Master in avant garde dishes.
Overview
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1
Language
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years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Hilton
Nairobi, Nairobi
01.2019 - 06.2021
- Controlling and directing the food preparation process.
- Approving and polishing dishes before they reach the customer.
- Managing and working closely with other Chefs of all levels.
- Creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes ensuring variety and quality.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Lead, mentor, and manage culinary team.
- Develop and plan menus and daily specials.
- Create prep lists for kitchen crew.
- Manage food costing and inventory.
- Maintain standards for food storage, rotation, quality, and appearance.
- Ensure compliance with applicable health codes and regulations.
Sous Chef
Talisman restaurant
Nairobi, Nairobi
01.2017 - 12.2018
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Aligned seasonal plans with ingredient availability and key area events for optimal promotions.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to source best ingredients at best prices.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Mentored and supervises kitchen staff more than 12 kitchen staff at all levels to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work efficient and consistent.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Directs food preparation and collaborates with executive chef.
- Helps in the design of food and drink menu.
- Produces high quality plates, including both design and taste.
- Assists with menu planning, inventory, and management of supplies.
Commis Chef (Junior Chef)
Talisman Restaurant
Nairobi, Nairobi
03.2018 - 11.2018
- Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
- Maintained and repaired facilities, equipment and tools to achieve operational readiness, safety and cleanliness.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Eliminated downtime and maximized revenue by providing top project quality control.
- Created spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel for daily, weekly and monthly reporting.
- Worked closely with Sous chef to maintain optimum levels of communication to effectively and efficiently complete projects.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
- Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
- Developed team communications and information for meetings.
- Performed duties in accordance with all applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully maintain clean, valid driver's license and access to reliable transportation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest Secondary School
Karen, Nairobi 09.2013 - 07.2015
Skills
Ingredient selection
undefinedAccomplishments
- Designed whole new menu, including meal selections, beverages and pricing.
- Created signature dish which generated high-interest and became best-selling dinner entrée for Summer months..
- Selected to create and prepare unique dishes for private parties with well-known celebrities.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Interests
Food and Nutrition
Studied food and nutrition for 2 years at High school.
Timeline
Head Chef
Hilton
01.2019 - 06.2021
Commis Chef (Junior Chef)
Talisman Restaurant
03.2018 - 11.2018
Sous Chef
Talisman restaurant
01.2017 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
Hillcrest Secondary School
09.2013 - 07.2015
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