KEITH MUGURE KARANJA
Commis Chef
Nairobi
Summary
I am a dedicated culinary professional trained at Boma International Hospitality College, currently working as a commis chef at Argyle Grand Hotel, Nairobi Airport. I have experience in both à la carte and banqueting. Passionate about global cuisines, I am eager to grow my skills in international culinary environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Commis Chef
ARGYLE GRAND HOTEL
11.2024 - Current
- Responsible for preparing ingredients, including chopping, peeling, marinating, and measuring for dishes
- Assist senior chefs with cooking tasks, ensuring high standards of quality and consistency
- Manage a specific station (e.g., grill, sauté) and keep it fully stocked, clean, and ready for service
- Follow strict hygiene and safety practices, maintaining a sanitized kitchen and workspace
- Monitor stock levels, report shortages, and assist with inventory management
- Help with plating and garnishing dishes to meet luxury presentation standards
Culinary Internship
05.2024 - 10.2024
- Assisting chefs in food preparation for various dishes
- Learning and mastering specific cooking techniques under supervision
- Helping with mise en place for service
- Supporting kitchen staff during busy service periods
- Participating in menu development and recipe testing
Culinary Internship
HEMMINGWAY'S HOTEL
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Assisting chefs in food preparation for various dishes
- Learning and mastering specific cooking techniques under supervision
- Helping with mise en place for service
- Supporting kitchen staff during busy service periods
- Participating in menu development and recipe testing
Apprentice chef
Ngong Hills Hotel
01.2021 - 08.2022
- During the training I had the privilege to work the following stations:
- Saucier: Prepared sauces
- Garde manger: Prepared salads
- Entremetier: Prepared starches, Prepared soup
Education
Diploma - Culinary arts
Boma International Hospitality College
Red Cross Road South C Nairobi 09.2022 - 05.2024
Kenya Certificate Secondary Education - undefined
Sukari Presbyterian Senior School
Kenya 01.2016 - 05.2019
Skills
Time Management
Personal Information
- Employment: Commis Chef
- Date of Birth: 03/02/01
- Nationality: Kenyan
Acquiredskills
- Time Management
- Team Player
- General knife skills
- Attention to Detail
- Food Safety and Hygiene
- Adaptability
Timeline
Commis Chef
ARGYLE GRAND HOTEL
11.2024 - Current
Culinary Internship
05.2024 - 10.2024
Culinary Internship
HEMMINGWAY'S HOTEL
05.2023 - 09.2023
Diploma - Culinary arts
Boma International Hospitality College
09.2022 - 05.2024
Apprentice chef
Ngong Hills Hotel
01.2021 - 08.2022
Kenya Certificate Secondary Education - undefined
Sukari Presbyterian Senior School
01.2016 - 05.2019
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