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Victor Okoye

London ,City of Westminster

Summary

Dedicated kitchen professional with expertise in commercial kitchen workflow and equipment handling. Demonstrates proficiency in respectful collaboration, simple meal assembly, and dishwashing efficiency. Skilled in menu planning insight, portion control understanding, and waste disposal techniques. Committed to maintaining kitchen equipment and ensuring effective communication with chefs. Aspires to enhance culinary operations through innovative solutions and efficient practices.

Driven individual with knack for teamwork and excellent organisational skills, demonstrating proficiency in food preparation and kitchen safety protocols. Strong communication and time-management abilities, ensuring smooth kitchen operations. Committed to contributing to well-coordinated and productive kitchen environment.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education

Work history

Kitchen Assistant

Tea and Menu
Onitsha , Anambra
09.2022 - 03.2025
  • Adhered to health and safety regulations with careful handling of food and equipment.
  • Washed dishes quickly after meals service to free up space in the kitchen area.
  • Maintained cleanliness throughout the kitchen for improved hygiene standards.
  • Followed safety procedures whilst using kitchen equipment to prevent accidents on duty.
  • Assisted in stock rotation, reducing spoilage and wastage of ingredients.
  • Assisted chefs with meal preparations for smoother service during peak hours.
  • Observed health and hygiene standards to minimise food contamination.

Head Kitchen Porter

Sonar Energy and Quality Control Nigeria
Port Harcourt, Rivers State
11.2018 - 05.2021
  • Worked closely with culinary team to ensure timely food preparation.
  • Managed waste disposal responsibly, contributing to a sustainable work environment.
  • Assured smooth operation for key events through coordinating with the head chef.
  • Handled heavy lifting tasks skillfully, facilitating easy movement of supplies within the kitchen area.
  • Delivered reliable support to kitchen staff, enhancing team productivity.
  • Performed routine equipment maintenance for optimal functionality.
  • Handled emergency cleaning tasks promptly, preventing disruption in service flow.
  • Followed strictly health regulations whilst handling food items, ensured prevention against potential contamination risks.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Calabar
Calabar
01.2014 - 03.2018

Skills

  • Respectful collaboration
  • Simple meal assembly
  • Dishwashing efficiency
  • Menu planning insight
  • Commercial kitchen workflow
  • Equipment handling
  • Waste disposal techniques
  • Communication with chef
  • Portion control understanding
  • Kitchen first aid
  • Maintain kitchen equipment

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Kitchen Assistant

Tea and Menu
09.2022 - 03.2025

Head Kitchen Porter

Sonar Energy and Quality Control Nigeria
11.2018 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Economics

University of Calabar
01.2014 - 03.2018
Victor Okoye