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Dennis Kakitahi

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
Dennis Kakitahi