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Abubacar Sanha

Belfast,Antrim

Summary

Speedy Head Chef with [Number] years of experience. Thrives in fast-paced environments while leading dynamic teams. Excels in developing creative menus and satisfying customers. Accomplished Head Chef with [Number] years of experience. Strictly monitors kitchen activities and maintains food safety and hygiene standards. Offers strong organisational and leadership skills. Specialises in [Type] cuisine. Talented Head Chef with sound knowledge of food preparation and restaurant management. Solid understanding of managing personnel activity in hospitality industry. Exceptional communication skills with ability to give clear instructions to subordinates. Organised and reliable with outstanding menu creation capabilities. Creative and highly regarded Head Chef successfully driving and sustaining remarkable restaurant growth by offering unparalleled customer experiences. Devoted to concept development and efficient restaurant operations. Specialising in [Area of expertise]. Talented kitchen leader accomplished in developing menus and running successful kitchens. History exceeding guest expectations with delicious, innovative foods and locally-sourced ingredients. Seeks opportunities to innovate and diversify options to bring in new patrons. Creative [Job Title] with progressive kitchen experience, attention to detail and confident leadership style. Keeps kitchen staff focused and performing above expectations to meet high demands. Versed in budgeting, supply management and team building. Energetic Chef Manager known for building dynamic culinary teams and being an effective recruiter and mentor. Offering outstanding inventory control and budget oversight. Accountable Chef Manager successful building effective culinary staff. Interested in promoting positive kitchen environments and willing to pitch in and help with tasks. Background working in [Type] fine dining establishments. High-performing Chef offering [Number] years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows. Meticulous [Job Title] eager to create unique and delicious dishes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good understanding of seamless dining experience for customers. Creative and dedicated to staying up-to-date with food trends. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Tesco job

Reputation
Belfast , Antrim
10.2022 - Current
  • Built positive, productive client relationships for enhanced social support.

Chef Manager

Wagamama Restaurant
Belfast, Antrim
05.2016 - Current

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  • Monitored financial performance, reporting to [Job title] using [System].
  • Creatively incorporated upcoming [Type] trends to maintain relevancy and innovation.
  • Enhanced overall dining experience for up to [Number] guests [Timeframe] through [Action].
  • Provided quality seasonal food in [Type] style in line with company brand whilst maintaining excellent [Type] standards.
  • Captured [Number]% reduction in [Type] costs through efficient purchasing and strategic use of existing stock.
  • Attended to customer needs in polite and helpful manner, addressing [Type] and [Type] issues.
  • Coordinated stock activities through [Task] and [Task] to ensure optimal operational levels.
  • Fully understood and complied with [Type], [Type] and [Type] policies and standards.
  • Proactively identified potential shortages of [Type] ingredients and instigated action to source adequate supplies.
  • Recruited, trained and supported [Number] new staff members since [Year] to established skilled and dedicated workforce.
  • Managed kitchen team of [Number] and [Number] front of house staff.
  • Produced high volumes of fresh, quality plates, meeting peak restaurant demand.
  • Prepared selected dishes and ingredients in advance, improving efficiency during peak service hours.
  • Properly handled and stored raw ingredients, minimising illness and cross-contamination risks.
  • Trained and managed kitchen staff, issuing disciplinary action and conducting performance reviews.
  • Prevented cross-contamination by thoroughly cleaning and sanitising utensils, pans and surfaces.
  • Incorporated customer feedback in experimentation and creation of new signature dishes.
  • Meticulously checked delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Monitored linework processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Hired, managed and trained kitchen staff, maintaining competent service teams.
  • Developed and delivered exciting, memorable dishes, increasing repeat business.
  • Planned popular promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and availability, minimising kitchen spending.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Arranged regular equipment maintenance and servicing, maintaining functional kitchen machinery.
  • Maintained well-organised mise en place, ensuring efficient and consistent kitchen workspaces.
  • Forecasted kitchen supply needs, accurately estimating quantities to reduce wastage.
  • Obtained fresh ingredients from local farms, maximising kitchen sustainability.
  • Trained junior chefs in required culinary techniques, improving overall kitchen productivity and performance.
  • Achieved targets for staff safety, kitchen sanitation and proper food handling and storage.
  • Sanitised equipment and kitchenware to adhere to hygiene and cleanliness protocols.

Chef

Indian Jharna Restaurant
Belfast, Antrim
02.2014 - 12.2016
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
  • Minimised kitchen waste through effective recycling, composting and disposal systems.
  • Utilised proper cleaning techniques to sanitise counters and utensils, enabling safe preparation of raw produce.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Prevented allergen cross-contamination through meticulous food preparation, cooking and plating.
  • Monitored kitchen staff and environments to ensure appropriate safety procedures were implemented.
  • Monitored line work processes to ensure consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.

Chef

Nandos Restaurant
Belfast, Antrim
06.2010 - 09.2014
  • Maintained strict food health, hygiene and safety standards for ongoing kitchen compliance.
  • Monitored line work processes to ensure consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
  • Utilised proper cleaning techniques to sanitise counters and utensils, enabling safe preparation of raw produce.
  • Monitored kitchen staff and environments to ensure appropriate safety procedures were implemented.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Prevented allergen cross-contamination through meticulous food preparation, cooking and plating.
  • Oversaw kitchen operations for in-house dining and outside catering events, maintaining reliable, quality food service.
  • Minimised kitchen waste through effective recycling, composting and disposal systems.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Executed pricing points of dishes to cater to different markets.
  • Purchased ingredients and supplies to maintain stock and inventory.
  • Preserved kitchen equipment to prevent damages and breakdowns.
  • Designed presentation and plating standards to promote quality.
  • Determined freshness and quality of dishes and provided timely deliveries to customers.
  • Calculated food requirements and labor costs to stay at par with budget.
  • Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends.

Construction Labourer

Falcon Green
Belfast, Antrim
09.2011 - 10.2013
  • Demonstrated excellent stamina and manual dexterity.
  • Worked at heights of up to [Number] metres.
  • Shovelled concrete into construction area.
  • Maintained construction machinery in line with operation manuals.
  • Confidently operated and manoeuvred trucks, safely transporting heavy construction materials and supplies.
  • Stored, maintained and cleaned construction equipment.
  • Improved site workflow, performing building, construction and assembly duties quickly and accurately.
  • Promoted health and safety by raising concerns of unsafe practices to construction supervisors.
  • Transported materials using hauling and hoisting equipment.
  • Performed strenuous physical activities such as heavy lifting in adverse conditions.
  • Kept safe, organised workspaces by closely monitoring site operations.
  • Prepared sites and surfaces for concreting.
  • Carried out activities in line with work schedule.
  • Cleaned up sites after shifts, organising tools and securing supplies in designated storage units.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded daily deliveries, maintaining optimal materials' quality and condition.
  • Worked efficiently to help teams complete construction projects ahead of deadlines.
  • Supplied construction managers with materials to aid on-site production.
  • Utilised PPE on site to prevent accidents.
  • Helped to set forms and wall panels.
  • Established on-site security by fitting sturdy barriers around site perimeter.

Education

NVQ Level 2 - portugal

Luis Antonio Verney
Portugal
03.2009 - 06.2012

Skills

  • Strategic planning
  • Food preparation
  • Optimum Control
  • Food safety and hygiene
  • Budget controls
  • Creative menu design
  • KitchenCut
  • Food stock control
  • Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP)
  • COSHH regulations
  • Training and development
  • Catering
  • Signature dish creation
  • Performance assessments
  • Grilling
  • Kitchen management
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Cost reduction
  • Haute cuisine
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Seasonal specials planning
  • Process improvements
  • Employee training and development
  • Payroll and scheduling
  • Menu planning
  • Workflow optimisation
  • Forecasting and planning
  • Fine-dining expertise
  • Vendor relations
  • Engaging leadership style
  • Ingredient selection

Languages

English
Fluent

Timeline

Tesco job

Reputation
10.2022 - Current

Chef Manager

Wagamama Restaurant
05.2016 - Current

Chef

Indian Jharna Restaurant
02.2014 - 12.2016

Construction Labourer

Falcon Green
09.2011 - 10.2013

Chef

Nandos Restaurant
06.2010 - 09.2014

NVQ Level 2 - portugal

Luis Antonio Verney
03.2009 - 06.2012
Abubacar Sanha