Nkemdilim Taft Nnochirionye
864-***-**** ********@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/nkemdilim
“Detail-oriented and quality-focused aspiring chef with classical hands-on training and experience seeking a role to hone and grow culinary skills and techniques.” EDUCATION
Walnut Hill College Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor of Science in Culinary Arts Feb 2024 – Present Walnut Hill College Philadelphia, PA
Associates of Science in Culinary Arts Aug 2022 – Jan 2024 EXPERIENCE
Line/Prep Cook Jun 2024 – Present
Harvest Seasonal Grill & Wine Bar Harrisburg, PA
Plate dishes and complete basic food-prepping tasks for the restaurant.
Work diligently through rushed services (i.e. brunch, happy hour, and restaurant week).
Operate kitchen equipment such as broilers, ovens, grills, and fryers while maintaining all food safety regulations.
Line Cook Aug 2022 – Jan 2024
Bistro Perrier Philadelphia, PA
Managing inventory to reduce food waste.
Maintaining high hygiene and safety standards by ensuring the cleanliness and tidiness of all tools and workspaces.
Efficiently working through fast-paced service of 75+ people events regularly. Shift Leader/Line Cook July 2023 - September 2023
Your Place Restaurant & Pub Harrisburg, PA
Preparing menu items in cooperation with the rest of the kitchen and front-of-house staff.
Managed shift operations, supplied resources, and monitored team performance to keep the business profitable and running smoothly. Team Member Jan 2021 – Apr 2022
Arbys Harrisburg, PA
Nkemdilim Taft Nnochirionye
864-***-**** ********@*****.*** www.linkedin.com/in/nkemdilim
Established proficiency in each station by rotating roles depending on the team's needs.
Built and maintained positive and professional relationships with peers and upper management.
Catered to the needs of dissatisfied customers through de-escalation measures and swift remedial action.
SKILLS
Organization
Food Safety
Purchasing and Procurement
Multitasking
Culinary Education
Plating Techniques
Creative Thinking
Product Stocking and Rotation
Self-Direction
Knife Skills
Food Waste Management
Team Leadership