Ilorin Kwara State, Nigeria

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SKILLS

. Menu Planning

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. Recipe Developments

. Food Safety

. . Cleaning and sanitation

. Cooking

Cost control

. Staff Training

KitchenstaffManagement

VICTORIA

ABANIDA

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Experienced Chef with 16 years of experience in the culinary industries. In high-end restaurants. Specializing preparing meals from scratch using authentic recipes. Proven ability to handle and store food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination. Skilled in monitoring line processes, maintain consistency in quality and presentation, resulting in increased customer satisfaction and repeat business. EXPERIENCE

City of Refuge Orphanage Home

Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria

12-2023 – present

Chef

Volunteer work at the orphanage home

Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment to comply with sanitation regulations.

Communicated clearly with kitchen staff to coordinate workflow Cooked meat, seafood and vegetarian meals to meet the orphanage standard.

Maintained and recorded proper food temperatures following established policy.

Restocked ingredients and suppliers at kitchen stations in between rush periods.

Emirates Sea Restaurant

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

08-2021 – 11-2023

Chef

Utilized diverse cooking techniques, following established recipes to prepare various meal types.

Instructed cooks in preparing, cooking and presenting food. Rotated perishable items to lower risk of spoilage and reduce waste. Attended and participated in regular safety training and hazard assessment

Cooked and prepared dietitian-approved food Used slow periods to restock stations and prepare

Cleaned and sanitized workstations according to exact health code requirements.

Produced small to large batch goods using classical and contemporary cooking, plating and garnishing techniques.

Kept strong knowledge of and complied with HACCP policies and procedures.

Ilorin West, Kwara State, Nigeria

+234**********

Email: ad2r4v@r.postjobfree.com

SKILLS

- Creativity

- Team Work

- Time Management

- Energetic

- Enthusiastic

- Leadership

- Organization

- Kitchen Skills

- Knife Skills

- Culinary Expertise

- Multitasking

- Ability to Work under Pressure

- Cleanliness

- Decision-Making

- Attention to Details

- Communication Skills

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Accounted for food allergies and adapted recipes by removing or substituting ingredients.

Leila Restaurant

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

02-2020 – 07-2021

Senior Cook

Stored food in designated containers, rotated inventory to reduce spoilage and noted purchasing needs for supervisor review. Prioritized food orders to synchronize delivery and reduce wait time Collaborated with restaurant staff to meet food service demands during peak periods

Maintained and recorded proper food temperatures following established policy. Cross-trained to fill in for absent team members and cover kitchen needs. Followed special ingredient, preparation and cleaning requirements for allergen-sensitive patrons

Friends Restaurant

Lagos, Nigeria

01-2001 – 11-2013

Senior Cook

Utilized diverse cooking techniques, following established recipes to prepare various meal types.

Backed up serving staff in resolving customer complaints and went beyond requirements to restore satisfaction.

Built and maintained strong working relationships with coworkers, vendors and management.

Cooked and prepared dietitian-approved food.

Kept garbage levels low, removing trash between rush periods and at end of day

Cleaned and sanitized workstations according to exact health code requirements.

Mentored and supervised less experienced kitchen personnel. Helped produce seasonal and promotional menu changes and developed new recipes for permanent menu additions. EDUCATION

Culinary Certificate III

2019

Martins Adeyemi Culinary Academy (MACA), Ikorodu,

Lagos State, Nigeria

Catering Certificate II

Diviland Catering School, Ilorin, Kwara State Nigeria General studies

1996

Kwara polytechnic, Ilorin, Kwara State, Nigeria

LANGUAGE

English -

Advanced (C1)

Yoruba -

Advanced (C1)

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