ZAKIR AHMED HUSSEIN
Nairobi
Summary
I am a hardworking and passionate student chef who enjoys learning new skills and working in a fast-paced kitchen. I am eager to gain more hands-on experience, improve my techniques, and contribute positively to the team while delivering quality food and maintaining high kitchen standards.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Student Chef - European Training Kitchen
Boma International Hospitality College
Nairobi
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Crafted and executed full 5-course European meals, showcasing diverse ingredients and culinary techniques to enhance guest experience
- Refined advanced plating and food presentation standards, elevating visual appeal and dining satisfaction
- Applied multiple cooking methods (roasting, sautéing, braising, grilling, reductions)
- Operated within a structured brigade system to ensure efficiency and coordination
- Honed precision in timing and execution during service simulations, ensuring seamless service and high-quality meal delivery
Student Chef - Production Kitchen (High-Volume Catering)
Boma International Hospitality College
Nairobi
01.2026 - 04.2026
- Executed large-scale mise en place preparation
- Prepared bulk meals serving approximately 200 guests
- Practiced strict portion control and food cost awareness
- Balanced protein, starch, and vegetables according to standard plating ratios
- Maintained workflow efficiency within a brigade system
- Performed opening and closing kitchen procedures
Student Chef - La Pergola Restaurant - Introduction to Culinary Arts (ISK 2 Kitchen)
Boma International Hospitality College
Nairobi
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Prepared classical mother sauces (Béchamel, Velouté, Espagnole, Tomato, Hollandaise) to establish foundational skills in French cuisine
- Produced assorted salads with precise portioning and presentation to ensure consistent quality and visual appeal
- Prepared starters and various soup categories
- Learned essential culinary techniques and service standards to improve food quality and customer satisfaction
Student Chef - La Pergola Restaurant - Baking & Pastry (DSK Kitchen)
Boma International Hospitality College
Nairobi
09.2025 - 11.2025
- Measured ingredients accurately and balanced recipes for consistency
- Plated assorted pastries according to presentation standards
- Introduced to classical pastry production techniques
- Developed foundational knowledge in dessert composition
Education
Swiss Diploma - Culinary Arts
Boma International Hospitality College
nairobi 02-2026
Primary Education - O- Level
Shree Cutch Satsang Swaminarayan Academy
Nairobi Kenya 07-2024
Skills
TECHNICAL SKILLS
- Meat butchering
- Knife skills and precision cutting
- Food plating and presentation
- Mise en place organization
- High-volume food production
- Classical cooking techniques
- Flavor balancing and seasoning
- Pastry fundamentals
- Portion control
- Brigade system coordination
SOFT SKILLS
- Strong teamwork and communication
- Time management in fast-paced environments
- Ability to work under pressure
- Fast learner with strong adaptability
- Receptive to constructive criticism
- High curiosity and passion for continuous improvement
Certification
- OSHA Safety Certification
- IGCSE O-Level Certificate - Pearson Edexcel
References
Available upon request
Personal Information
Nationality: Kenyan
Languages
- Kiswahili
- French
- English, Fluent
- Kiswahili, Fluent
- French, Basic
Languages
English
Native
Native
Swahili
Advanced (C1)
C1
French
Beginner (A1)
A1
Timeline
Student Chef - European Training Kitchen
Boma International Hospitality College
01.2026 - 04.2026
Student Chef - Production Kitchen (High-Volume Catering)
Boma International Hospitality College
01.2026 - 04.2026
Student Chef - La Pergola Restaurant - Introduction to Culinary Arts (ISK 2 Kitchen)
Boma International Hospitality College
09.2025 - 11.2025
Student Chef - La Pergola Restaurant - Baking & Pastry (DSK Kitchen)
Boma International Hospitality College
09.2025 - 11.2025
Swiss Diploma - Culinary Arts
Boma International Hospitality College
Primary Education - O- Level
Shree Cutch Satsang Swaminarayan Academy