Dennis Kakitahi
London
Summary
A devoted Chef ensures excellent products by completing meal preparation. Plays vital role as dedicated team member.
Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
I am a Born Again Christian with a passion for cooking and all things to do with hospitality.
I am very teachable, flexible and willing to learn new methods and schemes of work.
Above all, I am a very honest and loyal person.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Chef
Enish Restaurants
London
01.2022 - Current
- Enish Restaurants are a chain of Nigerian restarants in London and abroad
- In this Africa themed branch, i prepare and cook Ugandan food
- I observe all food safety protocols and ensure that I adhere to set company guidelines
- Prevented allergen cross-contamination through meticulous food preparation, cooking and plating.
- Monitored line work processes to ensure consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
Chef, Leader of Hospitality
Body of Christ Ministries
London
06.2009 - Current
- Body of Christ Ministries is a vibrant church in South East London(Woolwich) and I lead the Hospitality Ministry
- I am also the Chef of the Ministry and prepare and cook meals for church gatherings, weddings, banquets and as requested.
- Utilised proper cleaning techniques to sanitise counters and utensils, enabling safe preparation of raw produce.
- Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends.
Breakfast Chef
Intercontinental Hotels Group, Holiday Inn
London
02.2003 - 04.2009
- I was Breakfast Chef and my duties were; -To prepare and cook full English breakfast according to specifications and procedures -Prepare and cook staff food -Take charge of, sign for and put away deliveries -Prepare and cook food for Lounge and Room service -Help in Restaurant and Banqueting food preparation and cooking -Adhere to hotel Health and Safety policy -Minimise kitchen costs
- Ensured correct presentation, cooking and presentation of breakfast dishes in line with standards of Head Chef.
- Prepared and cooked hearty dishes, including Full English breakfast, pancakes, omelettes and sauteed vegetables.
- Developed positive rapport with restaurant guests by offering exemplary customer service and diverse breakfast options.
- Personalised breakfast service by remembering regular customers and their orders.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
- Utilised proper cleaning techniques to sanitise counters and utensils, enabling safe preparation of raw produce.
- Preserved kitchen equipment to prevent damages and breakdowns.
- Collaborated effectively with kitchen and waiting staff to facilitate smooth, efficient service outcomes.
Chef
Metropolitan Housing, Care Home
London
07.2006 - 06.2008
- Prepare and cook meals for service users and staff -Teach service users how to prepare and cook simple meals -Adhere to Health & Safety protocols
- 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.
- Prevented allergen cross-contamination through meticulous food preparation, cooking and plating.
- Maintained strict food health, hygiene and safety standards for ongoing kitchen compliance.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
- Purchased ingredients and supplies to maintain stock and inventory.
- Preserved kitchen equipment to prevent damages and breakdowns.
- Cleaned and serviced kitchen appliances, maintaining good working order of grills, stoves and ovens.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes that met customer needs and palates.
- Handled and stored food with proper methods to eliminate illness risks and prevent cross-contamination.
- Followed health and safety guidelines to keep food storage safe, prevent spoilage and minimise cross-contamination risks.
Agency Worker
Right Time Recruitment Agency, Airport
Croydon
12.2002 - 02.2003
- Packing airline meals at SkyChefs Gatwick
- Identified tasks independently, working confidently without supervision.
- Learnt new policies and procedures quickly.
- Completed assigned tasks within agreed deadlines.
- Followed set procedures independently and under supervision.
Operations Manager
Lumina Entertainment Company
Kampala
05.1992 - 08.1996
- Lumina Entertainment Company was based in Kampala, Uganda providing music and video services
- I handled the accounts of the business
- I did purchases
- I deployed staff to wherever they were booked to provide entertainment
Education
NVQ Level 3 - Catering and Hospitality
Merton College
London, England 09.2005 - 07.2006
NVQ Level 2 - Food Preparation and Cooking
Merton College
London, United Kingdom 09.2004 - 06.2005
CTHCM Advanced Diploma - Hotel Management
West London College
London, United Kingdom 09.2003 - 06.2004
Higher National Diploma - Hotel Management
West London College
London, United Kingdom 09.2002 - 06.2003
Higher National Diploma - Business Studies
National College of Business Studies
Kampala, Uganda 10.1989 - 03.1991
A-Levels - Literature, Economics, Geography
Kibuli Secondary School
Kampala, Uganda 10.1986 - 03.1988
GCSEs -
Namilyango College
Kampala, Uganda 03.1980 - 11.1984
Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Excel
- HACCP
- Fine-dining expertise
- Banquets and catering
- Kitchen sanitation procedures
- Food preparation techniques
- Food safety protocol
- Budgeting and cost control
- Company safety standards
- Company quality standards
- Innovative plating techniques
- Made-to-order meals
- Equipment maintenance
- Produce purchasing
- Detail-orientated
- French cuisine
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Chef
Enish Restaurants
01.2022 - Current
Chef, Leader of Hospitality
Body of Christ Ministries
06.2009 - Current
Chef
Metropolitan Housing, Care Home
07.2006 - 06.2008
NVQ Level 3 - Catering and Hospitality
Merton College
09.2005 - 07.2006
NVQ Level 2 - Food Preparation and Cooking
Merton College
09.2004 - 06.2005
CTHCM Advanced Diploma - Hotel Management
West London College
09.2003 - 06.2004
Breakfast Chef
Intercontinental Hotels Group, Holiday Inn
02.2003 - 04.2009
Agency Worker
Right Time Recruitment Agency, Airport
12.2002 - 02.2003
Higher National Diploma - Hotel Management
West London College
09.2002 - 06.2003
Operations Manager
Lumina Entertainment Company
05.1992 - 08.1996
Higher National Diploma - Business Studies
National College of Business Studies
10.1989 - 03.1991
A-Levels - Literature, Economics, Geography
Kibuli Secondary School
10.1986 - 03.1988
GCSEs -
Namilyango College
03.1980 - 11.1984
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