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Andrew Unimke Agidah

Andrew Unimke Agidah

Aviator /Hospitality Personnel/Chef
Lagos,Nigeria

Summary

Private Chef with a passion for the culinary arts and preparing daily delectable meals. Well-versed in the appropriate handling of foods and plating arrangements.

I have extensive experience in dealing with organic ingredients and cooking international cuisine.

Organized and creative to follow directions and instructions.

Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Dedicated Cashier experienced in high-end retail operations. Professional and friendly with remarkable customer service and sales abilities. Bringing experience and product knowledge to exceed revenue goals.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Private Chef

George Ijidola
Lagos, Nigeria
05.2022 - Current
  • Created customized meal plans based on client dietary restrictions and preferences.
  • Provided easy-to-read cooking preparation instructions for clients.
  • Safely packaged and labeled each individual meal.
  • Prepared and cooked over 42 meals per week .
  • Shopped for ingredients.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Planned menu based on clients preference.

CEO

Purple Confectioneries Enterprise
Lagos, Lagos
05.2022 - Current
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Developed key operational initiatives to drive and maintain substantial business growth.
  • Cultivated forward-thinking, inclusive, and performance-oriented business culture to lead industry in innovation and push progress.
  • Negotiated with suppliers and delivery workers and ordered materials according to forecasted customer demand.
  • Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.

Media Coordinator

Voice to the street {NGO}
Lagos, Lagos
09.2016 - 12.2022
  • Discussed marketing goals with clients to identify needs and articulate details to marketing team.
  • Handled external communications with media and public relations professionals.
  • Negotiated rates with media sales companies.
  • Cut delivery times through proactive tracking and monitoring of project timelines and aggressive pursuit of customer approval of digital and print files.
  • Took photos of street children during outreaches
  • plan media outreaches for the organization
  • Increased brand awareness through creation of innovative print and digital productions for major publications.
  • Collected information about kinds of audiences targeted by different media and approximate size each group.

Customer Service Representative

Eric Kayser Artisan Boulanger
Lagos, Nigeria
02.2022 - 04.2022
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Updated account information to maintain customer records.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.
  • Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.

Kitchen Assistant Manager

Georgies Africana
Lagos, Nigeria
02.2018 - 02.2019
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.

Chef Assistant

Georgies chinese cuisine
Lagos, Lagos
01.2018 - 02.2018
  • Assisted in menu preparation, making suggestions, and researching recipes compatible with existing menu items.
  • Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
  • Floated throughout kitchen to assist in meal preparation and plating, effectively anticipating chef, and waiting staff's needs.
  • Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
  • Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
  • Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling and preparation techniques.

Customer Service Representative

Oak Spring Hotels and Suites
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2017 - 02.2018
  • Answered customer telephone calls promptly to avoid on-hold wait times.
  • Answered constant flow of customer calls with minimal wait times.
  • Updated account information to maintain customer records.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction with forward-thinking strategies focused on addressing customer needs and resolving concerns.

Pastry Intern

Mr Bigg's
Lagos, Nigeria
01.2015 - 12.2015
  • Oversaw pastry coolers and storage areas to monitor ingredient and supply inventory levels.
  • Reduced leftovers by monitoring production and properly storing items.
  • Scaled out and mixed ingredients according to recipes and procedures.
  • Prepared wide variety of goods such as cakes, cookies and tarts by following traditional and modern recipes.
  • Created new dessert items for seasonal and special events.
  • Researched new dessert concepts and performed recipe analysis to increase overall sales.
  • Decorated pastries with different icings and toppings, using spatulas, scrapers and piping bags.
  • Reduced leftovers by monitoring production and properly storing items.

Education

National Diploma - Hospitality Management

Yaba College of Technology
Lagos
05.2015 - 12.2018

Higher National Diploma - Hospitality Management

Lagos State Polytechnic
Lagos
01.2020 - 07.2023

High School Diploma -

Greenfield International College
Ogun State
03.2012 - 03.2013

Skills

Payroll and scheduling

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Interests

Budgetting

Customer service

Culinary expertise

Travelling

Timeline

Private Chef

George Ijidola
05.2022 - Current

CEO

Purple Confectioneries Enterprise
05.2022 - Current

Customer Service Representative

Eric Kayser Artisan Boulanger
02.2022 - 04.2022

Higher National Diploma - Hospitality Management

Lagos State Polytechnic
01.2020 - 07.2023

Kitchen Assistant Manager

Georgies Africana
02.2018 - 02.2019

Chef Assistant

Georgies chinese cuisine
01.2018 - 02.2018

Customer Service Representative

Oak Spring Hotels and Suites
01.2017 - 02.2018

Media Coordinator

Voice to the street {NGO}
09.2016 - 12.2022

National Diploma - Hospitality Management

Yaba College of Technology
05.2015 - 12.2018

Pastry Intern

Mr Bigg's
01.2015 - 12.2015

High School Diploma -

Greenfield International College
03.2012 - 03.2013

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