Leroy Akai
Nairobi,Kenya
Summary
Dynamic Chef recognized for creating memorable dishes with fresh ingredients. Monitors and evaluates purchasing, staffing, production and inventory to control food and labor costs and waste. Maintains federal, state and local food sanitation and safety standards.
Innovative professional with well-rounded food background and extensive knowledge of all kitchen equipment. High-energy leader emphasizing healthy dishes made with local ingredients. Creatively builds exciting meals to satisfy discerning customers.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Replica
Nairobi
01.2024 - Current
- Prepared and plated dishes according to restaurant standards and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Assisted in menu planning and development for seasonal offerings.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Conducted regular quality checks on dishes before serving to guests.
- Prepared a variety of sauces from scratch according to recipes or customer requests.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations while preparing food items in the kitchen area.
Barista Trainer
Replica
Nairobi
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Trained new baristas on beverage preparation and customer service standards.
- Developed training materials to enhance staff knowledge of coffee brewing techniques.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure consistency in product quality and service delivery.
- Collaborated with management to uphold brand values and customer satisfaction goals.
- Worked with new employees on procedures and policies, interacting with customers, cleaning areas and making orders.
- Conducted on-site trainings for baristas in proper brewing techniques and customer service etiquette.
Education
A Level’s - Aviation
Jalaram Academy
Kisumu05-2022
Skills
- Menu planning
- Dish presentation
- Sauce preparation
- Kitchen organization
- Food safety compliance
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Swahili
Elementary
A2
French
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Replica
01.2024 - Current
Barista Trainer
Replica
04.2023 - 03.2024
A Level’s - Aviation
Jalaram Academy