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Aminat Aleshe

chef
Castle bar,Mayo

Summary

Punctual professional experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare quality food. Polished in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and helping manage supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations. Well-rounded chef offering several years of comprehensive experience consistently preparing exceptional menu items to garner customer praise. Well-versed in creating new, seasonal menus and maintaining smooth and timely kitchen operations. Committed to delivering first-rate dining experience to guests Dedicated Cook with fine-tuned skills in grilling, sauteing, and ingredient preparation. A valued employee is known for staying calm in high-pressure environments. Highly experienced working in kitchens. A highly motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer

Tidy towns Castlebar
Castle Bar
01.2024 - Current
  • Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
  • Attended weekly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives.
  • Cleaning and tidying up the town

VOLUNTEER

JACK AND JILL
Castle Bar
03.2024 - 05.2024
  • Assisted with fundraising efforts, including event planning and donor outreach.
  • Participated in team-building exercises to strengthen relationships among volunteers.
  • Organized and maintained records of volunteer hours and donations.
  • Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.

Picker Packer

Amazon
Durham
08.2023 - 10.2023
  • Weighed packages to ensure they met shipping weight requirements.
  • Assisted in unloading delivery trucks when necessary using pallet jacks or hand carts.
  • Loaded boxes onto conveyor belts for sorting into correct shipping destinations.
  • Checked expiration dates on perishable items before packing them for shipment.

Quality Control Inspector

On A Roll Sandwich
Middlesbrough
04.2023 - 07.2023
  • Monitored production processes to ensure quality standards were met and documented results of inspections.
  • Tested finished goods prior to shipment according to established protocols.
  • Verified accuracy of product labels, including expiration dates and lot numbers.
  • Inspected products for defects and conformance to customer specifications using precision measuring instruments.
  • Conducted root cause analysis investigations when issues arose with production processes or end-products.

Kitchen Staff Member

DA LOVE HOTEL
Ibadann
01.2022 - 12.2022
  • Inspected dining area prior to opening for any maintenance issues requiring attention.
  • Assisted in the preparation of all menu items, including salads, appetizers, and entrees.
  • Communicated effectively with waitstaff regarding order tickets for accurate delivery times.
  • Adhered to established sanitation standards while preparing food items.
  • Kept track of food waste and spoilage to ensure minimal loss.
  • Carried out basic cleaning duties such as sweeping floors, washing dishes .

Chef De Partie

Homely Hotel
LAGOS
10.2019 - 02.2021
  • Performed basic cooking tasks such as frying meats or vegetables using various tools including deep fryers or grills.
  • Maintained accurate records of stock levels, ordering new ingredients when needed.
  • Assisted with the training of new employees in proper techniques for food preparation, presentation, sanitation, safety procedures.
  • Worked closely with other chefs to coordinate meal preparation activities during busy shifts.
  • Created cost estimates for new menu items by taking into account ingredient prices and labour costs.

Kitchen Cook

ROLAK
Lagos
04.2019 - 01.2021
  • Baked bread, cakes, pies, and other pastries as required by the chef.
  • Maintained records of the quantity of food used daily for inventory purposes.
  • Weighed out ingredients for recipes accurately using the scales provided.
  • Cooked meats, fish, vegetables, and other foods according to recipes or customer's orders.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on kitchen appliances to ensure safety.

Kitchen Staff Member

Homely Hotel
Lagos
07.2015 - 10.2017
  • Operated various kitchen appliances such as mixers, slicers, ovens, grills.
  • Inspected dining area prior to opening for any maintenance issues requiring attention.
  • I helped prepare all menu items, including salads, appetizers, and entrees.
  • Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators and heating equipment to ensure proper functioning.
  • Communicated effectively with waitstaff regarding order tickets for accurate delivery times.

Chef Assistant

follykem caterers
Ogun State
02.2013 - 07.2015
  • Ensured all safety protocols were followed during meal prep.
  • Prepared salads, sandwiches, appetizers, and other menu items as instructed by Chef.
  • Rotated stock on shelves to maintain product freshness.
  • Checked freshness of food products prior to use.
  • Displayed a positive attitude while working under pressure in a busy environment.
  • Responded quickly to requests from customers or colleagues.

Education

Higher National Diploma - Business Administration And Management

Federal Polythecnic Ilaro
Ogun State
09-2014

National Diploma - Business Administration

Federal Polytechnic Ilaro
Ogun State,Nigeria
09-2012

Skills

  • Menu development
  • Food and beverage pairing
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Staff Coordination
  • Kitchen equipment operations
  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Food Storage
  • Portion Control
  • Ingredient Preparation
  • Customer Service
  • Food presentation
  • Dish preparation
  • Menu Planning

Languages

English
First Language

Timeline

VOLUNTEER

JACK AND JILL
03.2024 - 05.2024

Volunteer

Tidy towns Castlebar
01.2024 - Current

Picker Packer

Amazon
08.2023 - 10.2023

Quality Control Inspector

On A Roll Sandwich
04.2023 - 07.2023

Kitchen Staff Member

DA LOVE HOTEL
01.2022 - 12.2022

Chef De Partie

Homely Hotel
10.2019 - 02.2021

Kitchen Cook

ROLAK
04.2019 - 01.2021

Kitchen Staff Member

Homely Hotel
07.2015 - 10.2017

Chef Assistant

follykem caterers
02.2013 - 07.2015

Higher National Diploma - Business Administration And Management

Federal Polythecnic Ilaro

National Diploma - Business Administration

Federal Polytechnic Ilaro
Aminat Aleshechef