Food plating and presentation
Emmanuela Nnamani
Chef
Enugu
Summary
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator with 8 years of experience, successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume and fast-paced operations. Experienced in African and intercontinental cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational English skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Executive Chef
Knolly Foods
Enugu
01.2020 - 02.2023
- Maintained restaurant operations during the pandemic while abiding by social distance protocols and maintained a 95% customer satisfaction rate.
- Trained and supervised over 300 apprentices in batches of 20 for 15 months
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Head Baker
Knolly Pastries And Cakes
Enugu
04.2017 - 12.2020
- Developed unique recipes and confections to set bakery apart from competition.
- Oversaw budgets and cost controls to maintain efficient operations.
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
- Managed training, disciplining and motivating employees.
- Maintained adequate coverage for peak business hours by setting effective employee schedules and leave policies.
- Resolved customer concerns with positive approach and constructive strategies.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Trained and supervised new employees on bakery operations and procedures.
- Managed customer service operations, including taking orders and resolving complaints.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Created appealing displays to showcase products in bakery.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks and maintain smooth running of bakery.
- Developed recipes for new products and improved existing recipes.
- Assisted in planning and running promotional events and campaigns.
- Coordinated food deliveries to guarantee timely arrival of supplies.
- Analyzed customer preferences to design and create tailored products.
Baker and Cake Decorator
Snowflakes Cake Artistry
Porthacourt
03.2015 - 12.2016
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
- Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
- Trained and supervised new employees on bakery operations and procedures.
- Developed recipes for new products and improved existing recipes.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Determined baking times for various items.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens, proof boxes and other equipment.
- Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
Kitchen Assistant
Veronica Hotels And Suits
Enugu
01.2015 - 02.2016
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Tasked with removal of garbage and refuse, mopping and sweeping floors and washing walls.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.
- Promoted accident prevention through proper and acceptable levels of sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen.
- Assisted front and back of house personnel in spot cleaning floors and maintaining welcoming environment for team members and guests.
- Followed company safety and security policies and procedures when reporting maintenance needs and unsafe work conditions.
- Utilized proper storage bins to organize and transport kitchen equipment to stewarding room for storage purposes.
- Monitored food temperatures and quality throughout shifts.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
Education
Craft - Cake Decorator
Dewdrops Cakes
Lekki Lagos, Nigeria 01.2018 - 02.2018
Diploma - Cusine
Elroyalitos Catering Institute
Isolo Lagos, Nigeria 11.2018 - 11.2019
Bachelor Of Science - Applied Biochemistry
Enugu State University of Science And Technology
Enugu, Nigeria 10.2010 - 06.2014
Diploma - Cookery And Pastry
National Institute For Hospitality And Tourism
Enugu 03.2021 - 06.2022
Master Of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Enugu State University Business School
Enugu, Nigeria 11.2021 - Current
Master Of Science - Nutritional Biochemistry
University of Nigeria Nsukka
Enugu 10.2017 - 06.2022
Skills
Recipes and menu planning
Forecasting and planning
Performance assessments
Payroll and scheduling
Signature dish creation
Food spoilage prevention
Menu planning
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Budgeting
Performance improvement
Fine-dining expertise
Problem-solving
Employee training and development
Afriacan Cuisine
Equipment Maintenance
Food preparation and safety
Operations management
Staff Management
Workflow Optimization
Process improvements
Order delivery practices
Vendor relations
Certification
Diploma in cookery and bakery, NIHOTOUR
Food safety and hygiene in the catering industry, Allison.
Certified master trainer. NIHOTOUR
Certificates of apprenticeships from my bosses
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Master Of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management
Enugu State University Business School
11.2021 - Current
Diploma - Cookery And Pastry
National Institute For Hospitality And Tourism
03.2021 - 06.2022
Executive Chef
Knolly Foods
01.2020 - 02.2023
Diploma - Cusine
Elroyalitos Catering Institute
11.2018 - 11.2019
Craft - Cake Decorator
Dewdrops Cakes
01.2018 - 02.2018
Master Of Science - Nutritional Biochemistry
University of Nigeria Nsukka
10.2017 - 06.2022
Head Baker
Knolly Pastries And Cakes
04.2017 - 12.2020
Baker and Cake Decorator
Snowflakes Cake Artistry
03.2015 - 12.2016
Kitchen Assistant
Veronica Hotels And Suits
01.2015 - 02.2016
Bachelor Of Science - Applied Biochemistry
Enugu State University of Science And Technology
10.2010 - 06.2014
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