Chizara Ikelua
Aberdeen,Scotland
Summary
I am a dedicated and hardworking professional with experience in food preparation, service, and maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene. Skilled in basic food prep, plating, and ensuring efficient meal service, I have a strong understanding of kitchen sanitation, dishwashing, waste disposal, and adherence to health and safety regulations.
With excellent customer service skills, I thrive in fast-paced team environments, assisting customers efficiently and ensuring smooth operations. My strong organizational and time management abilities allow me to multitask effectively, manage food inventory, and work well under pressure.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work history
Lagos food bank
Food Distribution Volunteer
Ikeja, Nigeria
06.2023 - 11.2023
- Presented at various events to raise awareness of charity work, improving funding possibilities.
- Attended regular training and supervision workshops for improved service user support.
- Assisted in organising community events, enhancing local engagement.
- Maintained confidential case documentation in line with data protection regulations.
- Used exceptional communication and relationship-building skills to effectively liaise with colleagues, management and service users.
- Collaborated with local businesses to secure regular food donations.
- Collected food donations from local schools, churches and community centres.
Waiter
Jevinik Restaurant
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2023 - 05.2023
- Warmly greeted guests upon arrival to create welcoming atmosphere.
- Cleaned and set tables quickly after customers left to maximise restaurant capacity.
- Delivered excellent customer service through friendly and polite interaction.
- Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising positive customer satisfaction ratings.
- Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.
- Delivered food and drinks from kitchen to respective tables to meet timely expectations.
- Communicated efficiently with fellow team members, fostering a harmonious working environment.
- Kept tables clear of used crockery, glassware and cutlery.
- Ensured cleanliness of restaurant area with regular sweeping and wiping.
- Took accurate guest orders and relayed information to kitchen about preferences, requests, or allergens.
Restaurant Cook
Food Shack
Lekki, Nigeria
01.2022 - 11.2022
- Prepared different traditional Nigerian dishes while ensuring high quality presentation and dishes.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines in the restaurant.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Cleaned work areas and equipment to maintain faultless hygiene standards.
- Used critical thinking to break down any problems that customers faced, evaluated solutions and make decisions that was in the best interest of the customer.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Worked efficiently under pressure to meet the demands of the customers during busy hours of the restaurant.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Science and Media Studies
Pan Atlantic University
Lekki 10.2017 - 09.2021
Master of Science - Information Technology
University of Aberdeen
Aberdeen 01.2024 -
Skills
Food Preparation & Service
Basic food prep (chopping, peeling, portioning)
Serving and plating food
Following food safety and hygiene standards
Assisting in meal planning and organization
Cleaning & Hygiene
Kitchen and equipment sanitation
Dishwashing and waste disposal
Maintaining cleanliness in food prep and dining areas
Following health and safety regulations
Customer Service & Teamwork
Assisting customers with food selection and service
Handling orders and requests efficiently
Working effectively in a fast-paced team environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Communication skills
Positive attitude
Respectfulness
Customer Service
Time Management & Organization
Ability to multitask in a busy setting
Stocking and restocking supplies efficiently
Managing food inventory and storage
Working under pressure and meeting deadlines
IT skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suit (Word, Excel, Powerpoint
Outlook), for administrative tasks such as scheduling data entry
and record-keeping
Affiliations
- Watching Cooking Shows or Food Documentaries
- Volunteering at Food Banks or Community Kitchens
- cooking & baking
- Trying new cuisines
- Experimenting with new recipes
- Participating in community events
- Hiking and outdoor activities
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Master of Science - Information Technology
University of Aberdeen
01.2024 -
Lagos food bank
Food Distribution Volunteer
06.2023 - 11.2023
Waiter
Jevinik Restaurant
01.2023 - 05.2023
Restaurant Cook
Food Shack
01.2022 - 11.2022
Bachelor of Science - Information Science and Media Studies
Pan Atlantic University
10.2017 - 09.2021
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