Open To Work
GLORY OKON
Lagos
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On-SiteSummary
Dependable cook with hands-on experience in preparing authentic Nigerian cuisine for private clients and events. Known for maintaining a clean kitchen, managing ingredients efficiently, and ensuring customer satisfaction through timely, well-presented meals. Committed to growing within the culinary field while supporting a professional kitchen team.
Overview
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook & Catering Assistant
Freelance Cook & Catering Assistant
Lagos
2024.01 - Current
- Coordinated catering service for birthdays, family celebrations, church programs, and private events for 30–100 guests.
- Prepared authentic Nigerian meals for private clients and small catering events, including Egusi Soup, Oha Soup, Afang Soup, Okra Soup, Vegetable Soup, Pepper Soup, Jollof Rice, Fried Rice, White Rice and Stew, Beans, Yam dishes, and swallow meals.
- Handled ingredient preparation, including washing, cutting, seasoning, marinating, measuring, and portioning before cooking.
- Followed client meal preferences while ensuring consistent taste, neat presentation, and timely delivery.
- Maintained clean work surfaces, organized cooking areas, and hygienic kitchen practices throughout preparation and service.
- Facilitated food packaging, buffet arrangement, serving, and post-event cleanup for efficient event operations.
- Monitored ingredient usage to minimize waste, ensure portion control, and uphold food quality.
- Built trust with repeat customers through reliability, punctuality, good communication, and quality meals.
Secretary
T & T Logistics
Ibeju Lekki, Lagos
2019 - 2020
- Managed customer enquiries with professionalism, ensuring positive interactions.
- Facilitated communication between customers and staff to enhance daily operational workflow.
- Developed organization, time management, and interpersonal communication skills useful in hospitality and customer-facing roles.
- Organized filing systems for essential company documents, improving accessibility and retrieval.
Education
Higher National Diploma (HND) - Computer Science
Ordinary National Diploma (OND) - Computer Science
Skills
- Meal preparation
- Food presentation
- Ingredient management
- Food handling
- Recipe modification
- Supply restocking
- Time management
- Team collaboration
- Customer communication
- Administrative support
- Attention to detail
Professional Development
- Currently improving practical knowledge in Food Safety & Hygiene, Basic Culinary Techniques, Kitchen Operations, Catering Best Practices, and professional kitchen standards.
- Preparing to obtain professional Food Safety and Culinary certifications to strengthen hospitality career growth.
Attributes
- Dependable
- Honest
- Quick Learner
- Well Organized
- Positive Attitude
- Professional
- Adaptable
- Strong Team Player
Timeline
Cook & Catering Assistant - Freelance Cook & Catering Assistant
2024.01 - Current
Secretary - T & T Logistics
2019 - 2020
Federal School of Statistics - Higher National Diploma (HND), Computer Science
Federal School of Statistics - Ordinary National Diploma (OND), Computer Science