Aspiring Chef with 4+ Years of Experience
Resume:
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JOSEPH MUHURA KARIUKI
P.o box 401,ruiru Kiambu County Juja farm
+966-**-***-**** / +254-***-******
*************@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
Detail-oriented and motivated Chef with experience of more than 4 years with a strong foundation in culinary techniques, eager to contribute to a dynamic kitchen team. Skilled in assisting with food preparation, maintaining kitchen hygiene standards, and supporting senior chefs in delivering high-quality dishes.Proficient in dough preparation, baking techniques, and recipe development. Dedicated to maintaining consistency, quality, and presentation. Committed to enhancing customer satisfaction through consistent, flavorful dishes while collaborating with kitchen staff to optimize workflow. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Takara hospitality
Commis chef
Prepare and present high-quality dishes efficiently and under pressure in a high-volume restaurant kitchen.
Help in the execution of daily mise en place with the head chef. Support the pastry, garde manger, and hot kitchens to become adaptable and develop a variety of skills in working within high-pressure areas of the kitchen. Consistently achieve tight deadlines during peak service times. Assist in the management of inventory.
Receive positive feedback from supervisors regarding teamwork, reliability, and a strong willingness to learn.
Mazzor bakery,restaurant and coffee shop Saudi Aribia Baker and burger chef
Prepared and cooked high-quality burgers, ensuring consistency and adherence to recipes. Managed grill operations, including temperature control, ingredient preparation, and timely order fulfillment.
Designed and implemented seasonal menus, introducing new items that increased sales by 15%. Managed inventory, ordered supplies, and reduced food waste by 10% through efficient planning. Increased customer satisfaction scores by 20% through consistent quality and presentation. Reduced food waste by implementing portion control and inventory tracking systems. Araya restaurant Saudi Aribia
Cook
Spearheaded daily kitchen operations.
Developed and executed seasonal menus.
Trained and mentored a team of 8 junior cooks, improving overall kitchen efficiency and maintaining a 95% customer satisfaction rate.
Implemented cost-control measures, reducing food waste by 20% and increasing profit margins by 15%. Maintained strict adherence to health and safety regulations. Prepared and plated dishes in a high-volume, fast-paced environment. Collaborated with the executive chef to create weekly specials, contributing to a 10% increase in repeat customers.
Assisted in the preparation of ingredients.
Ensured timely delivery of prepped items to the line cooks, contributing to a 20% reduction in meal preparation time.
Supported the head chef in maintaining kitchen cleanliness and organization. Four Seasons 5 star hotel Saudi Aribia
Room attendant
Performed daily cleaning and maintenance of 15–20 guest rooms per shift, ensuring adherence to 5-star hospitality standards and strict health/safety protocols. Consistently achieved 95%+ positive feedback in guest satisfaction surveys for attention to detail. Collaborated with housekeeping supervisors to reduce room turnaround time by 20%. Reported and resolved maintenance issues.
Trained 8 new hires on cleaning protocols, inventory management systems, and customer service best 01/03/2022 - 31/08/2022
2019
practices.
Supported daily operations across 50+ rooms and common areas maintaining 100% compliance with OSHA and CDC cleanliness guidelines.
Streamlined linen inventory processes, reducing waste by 25% through accurate tracking and redistribution of unused items.
Responded promptly to guest requests resolving 90% of inquiries. Burger fuel restaurant Saudi Aribia
Kitchen helper and a steward
Operated industrial dishwashing equipment to clean 500+ dishes, utensils, and cookware daily, reducing dishwashing turnaround time by 30% through optimized workflow strategies. Collaborated with chefs and line cooks to ensure timely availability of sanitized tools and equipment during peak service hours, supporting seamless meal prep for 300+ daily guests. Reduced food waste by 15% through proper disposal practices and recycling initiatives. Trained 4 new stewards on dishwashing protocols, chemical handling, and inventory organization. Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and chemicals, ensuring 98% stock availability. EDUCATION
Spinners Boys Secondary school High school
KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION (KCSE)
CERTIFICATION AND LICENSES
1. Certificate Of Appreciation
Kitchen Helper
November 2022 - May 2023
2. Driving license
License NO. DL-EBSWE2Y
Date of issue 09/05/2024
PROFESSIONAL SKILLS
Burger Preparation and Grilling
Creativity in recipe execution & menu adjustments
Food Cost Management
Team Leadership & Training
Inventory Management and Cost Control
Health & Safety Compliance
High-Volume Cooking
Artisan Baking and Pastry Making
Kitchen Safety and Sanitation
Food presentation
SOFT SKILLS
Time management
Team collaboration
Customer-focused mindset
Problem-solving
Communication skills
Strong work ethic
Discretion & respect for guest privacy
Creativity in recipe execution & menu adjustments
LANGUAGES
English fluent
Arabic basic
REFERENCE
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