Food Preparation Sous Chef

Jaheim Small

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Meadowbrook Estate, Kingston 19

Tele: 876- 871-7238/876-***-****

Email:*************@*****.***

CAREER OBJECTIVE To excel in any social service capacity, to use my excellent cooking skills to contribute to the organization success.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Ashore Beach Resort May 2024 – November 2024

Assistant Chef (Maryland)

•Prepared the food for cooking.

•Kept current with industry trends and creating new recipes with the Sous Chef.

•Reviewed the menu and doing inventory.

•Assisted the Cook in food preparation activities, such as cleaning, cutting, chopping and peeling food ingredients.

•Cleaned and sanitized the food preparation areas based on company and industry hygiene codes and health and safety standards.

•Washed, disinfected and properly store cooking and kitchen utensils and equipment.

•Bought, weighed and store ingredients and food supplies.

•Operated a variety of kitchen appliances and instruments including cutters, knives, mixers and ovens.

•Any other duties assigned.

Uncorked Too January 2021- April 2024

Executive Chef

Sett the menu for special events or meals

Determined daily and nightly specials

Followed and enforced all applicable safety procedures specified for kitchen

Provided excellent food preparation service

Prepared special request food for people from diverse cultures

Cooked any meats, poultry, or even vegetables that must be grilled

Ensured that all dishes are cooked well and presented in an aesthetically pleasing way

Sautéd foods and prepare special soups and meals

Prepared various salads and cold appetizers

Prepared any roasted or braised meats on the menu

Ensured compliance with food handling and sanitation standards.

Provided direction for all day-to-day operations in the kitchen

Developed tasty recipes and menus

Determined plating and presentation plans

Any other duties assigned

Pegasus Jamaica December 2019- January 2021

Server

Greet guests warmly and efficiently.

Assisted with seating and present menus.

Answered questions about menu items and offer recommendations.

Addressed guest concerns and complaints professionally.

Ensured guests have a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience.

Ensured guests have a comfortable and enjoyable dining experience.

Communicated effectively with kitchen staff, bar staff, and other servers.

Collaborate with team members to provide excellent service.

Checked on guests to ensure their satisfaction with their meals.

Accurately took food and beverage orders and relay them to the kitchen and bar staff.

Ensured orders are delivered promptly and correctly.

Any other duties assign.

QUALIFICATIONS

Caribbean Examination Council (CXC)

English Language Principles of Business Foods and Nutrition Clothing and Textile

SKILL

Excellent knife skills Calm under pressure

Knowledgeable of basic and advanced cooking and serving techniques including but not limited

Excellent Customer Service Skills

Ability to learn new recipes and preparations quickly

Understanding of flavor profiles and pairings Ability to take orders well

Active listening and advanced interpersonal communication skills

High-energy team player with great collaboration abilities

Excellent recipe and menu planner

REFERENCE

Available upon request

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