ANDREW KANARI MUCHEKE
CHEF
+974-****-**** **********@*****.*** DOHA - QATAR
SKILLS
• Analytical skills. I have good
understanding of data review, drawing
meaningful conclusions and finding
actionable takeaways.
• Communication skills. I communicate
well, orally, in written presentations,
public speaking and telephone
etiquettes.
• Computer literate. I have good
knowledge in operation of MS Office
packages such as Excel, Word,
PowerPoint, Internet and Email.
• Good interpersonal skills. I relate
well with people from different
cultures and background.
• Problem solving skills, particularly
with regard to anticipating and solving
issues or concerns before they occur or
become critical.
• Superb time management skills with
the ability to do multiple jobs in a short
time.
• Team player and leader. I am an
effective team player as well as on my
own initiative.
EDUCATION
DIPLOMA IN HOTEL
MANAGEMENT
NAIROBI AVIATION
COLLEGE NAIROBI – KENYA
2014 –2016
CERTIFICATE IN FOOD SAFETY
AND HYGIENE
ALPHA ACADEMY
2013 –2014
KENYA CERTIFICATE OF
SECONDARY EDUCATION
ST JOSEPH’S HIGH
SCHOOL GITHUNGURI, KIAMBU –
KENYA
February 2009 – November 2012
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Result oriented personnel with much knowledge in bringing rich flavors in food. Possesses excellent customer satisfaction skills with the ability to pick up customer needs and expectations in a proactive way. Seeking to secure employment position at your company to contribute my culinary expertise in preparing outstanding and commendable dishes to provide customers with an excellent dining experience; high level of commitment and professionalism offered in return.
WORK EXPERIENCE
ADARA GROUP (Sugar and spice) QATAR
CHEF DE PARTIE
June 2021 – Present
Responsibilities and achievements:
• Preparing specific food items and meal components at the station.
• Managing and training any demi-chef de parties or commis working with me.
• Helping the sous chef and head chef to develop new dishes and menus.
• Ensuring my team has high standards of food hygiene and follow the rules of health and safety.
• Collaborating with the rest of the culinary team to ensure high- quality food and service.
• Stocktaking and ordering supplies for the station.
• Improving food preparation methods based on feedback.
• Assisting in other areas of the kitchen when required. ORIENT PEARL RESTAURANT DOHA - QATAR
DEMI CHEF DE PARTIE
January 2018 – January 2021
Responsibilities and achievements:
• Helped in setting up and preparation of buffet.
• Maintained stock and made orders for kitchen products.
• Inspected the quality of deliveries to ensure they meet expectations on quality and quantity.
• Recorded recipes for other kitchen departments to improve knowledge and skills.
• Complied with all HACCP policies and observed all statutory requirements.
• Liaised with the head/sous chef when implementing new menus and dishes where applicable.
• Ensured consistency in taste and presentation for all Ala carte as per the set-out recipe.
• Followed preservation standards for all food products at the right temperature.
• Established effective inter-departmental working relationships.
• Dispatched food orders as per the order ticket with considerations on customer preference or any special needs.
CORE COMPETENCIES
• Preparation of various cuisines with
considerable experience in Middle
eastern and Lebanese food.
• Able to come up with creative food
garnish, platting and presentations.
LANGUAGES
• English (Fluent)
• Swahili (Fluent)
• Arabic (Basic level)
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS
• Reading articles on food related
content.
• Exploring new recipes for different
cuisines
REFEREES
SOBHI HALEMEH
EXECUTIVE SOUS CHEF
ORIENT PEARL RESTAURANT
Email: *****.*******@*****.***
Mobile: +974********.
MR MICHAEL KUNGU
MANAGER
HOTEL LA MADA
Email: ********@*****.***
Mobile: +254-***-******
MR STEPHEN MACHOKA
DEAN OF STUDENTS
NAIROBI AVIATION COLLEGE
Email: ********@*****.***
Mobile: +254-***-******
HOTEL LA MADA NAIROBI – KENYA
COMMI 1
February 2015 - August 2017
Responsibilities and achievements:
• Prepared elements of high-quality dishes.
• Maintained health and safety standards in the kitchen.
• Helped in making inventory for the kitchen departments.
• Helped with delivery and restocking.
• Setting up the cooking areas prior to service.
• Managed and reported health hazards to authorities concerned for action.
• Checked and recorded temperatures for chillers and freezers as required by health regulations.
• Measured food portions accurately to minimize wastage.