Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Interests
Timeline
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Faith Okoawo

Arbedeen

Summary

Hardworking and enthusiastic Junior Sous Chef trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. 17-year background in high-end restaurant industry and Hotel

Overview

12
years of professional experience
12
years of post-secondary education

Work History

The Wheatbaker Lagos
Lagos

Line Cook
10.2015 - 03.2019

Job overview

  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.

The Wheatbaker Lagos, Nigeria
Lagos

Breakfast Chef
06.2011 - 01.2014

Job overview

  • Cooked specialty quiches, challah French toast and omelets for breakfast buffet.
  • Collaborated with chef to create exciting, fun menu options for banquets and special events.
  • Practiced safe food methods to avoid disease and prevent food poisoning.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.

The Wheatbaker Hotel Lagos
Lagos

Line Cook/Salads and Saucier
02.2019 - 06.2022

Job overview

  • Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
  • Monitored quality of raw and cooked food products to uphold health code standards.
  • Communicated importance of safety practices, detailing procedure codes, employee understanding of safety protocol, monitoring processes and risk management regulations.
  • Made sauces for steak, salads, seafood. Ensure all sauces are prepared with the highest standards of cooking and hygiene practices
  • Sauces are cooled down according to the correct temperature standards covered and stored with labels of Chef who made it, time, shelf life
  • Adhere strictly to FIFO to minimise wastage and ensuring food are served fresh and taste intact

Gidi Grill Restaurant
Dundee

Line Cook
07.2022 - 11.2022

Job overview

  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.

Gidi Grill Aberdeen
Arbedeen

Line Cook
11.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.

Education

Lagos State University
Lagos Nigeria

English Language from English Language
04.2009 - 06.2015

City And Guilds
London

Diploma from Diploma in Food Preparation And Cooking
03.2019 - 06.2022

University Overview

  • Professional development completed in food preparation, hygiene, HACCAP, food presentation, menu engineering and creationSubject

City And Guilds London
London

Level 1 Food Preparation And Safety from Food Preparation And Safety
01.2015 - 07.2017

University Overview

  • Completed professional development in Food preparation and safety Subject

Skills

Garnishing

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Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 6 staff members.
  • Achieved results by completing tasks with accuracy and efficiency.

Interests

Travelling

Timeline

Line Cook

Gidi Grill Aberdeen
11.2022 - Current

Line Cook

Gidi Grill Restaurant
07.2022 - 11.2022

City And Guilds

Diploma from Diploma in Food Preparation And Cooking
03.2019 - 06.2022

Line Cook/Salads and Saucier

The Wheatbaker Hotel Lagos
02.2019 - 06.2022

Line Cook

The Wheatbaker Lagos
10.2015 - 03.2019

City And Guilds London

Level 1 Food Preparation And Safety from Food Preparation And Safety
01.2015 - 07.2017

Breakfast Chef

The Wheatbaker Lagos, Nigeria
06.2011 - 01.2014

Lagos State University

English Language from English Language
04.2009 - 06.2015
Faith Okoawo