Jonathan Yusuf
Executive Chef
Lagos
Summary
My name is Jonathan Yusuf Angye from Taraba state I am a talented chef and a great team player with a verse knowledge of the entire kitchen operation ;in menu engineering ,HACCP compliance, staff training and their appraiser, food quality and presentation, good food costing and control knowledge, inter departmental relation, good marketing strategy .
and in all gather experience within the countries and abroad as an executive chef for a period of over 20 years' am a good in both local and continental dishes across different continent
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Radisson Blu Hotel Mammy Yoko Sierra Leone Free Town
03.2018 - 12.2024
- Led culinary operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation.
- Developed innovative menu concepts aligned with seasonal ingredients and guest preferences.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on culinary techniques and safety protocols.
- Streamlined kitchen workflows to enhance efficiency and reduce food waste.
Executive Chef
Parkinn by Radisson
03.2015 - 03.2018
- Collaborated with suppliers to source fresh, local ingredients for menu items.
- Managed inventory control processes to optimize stock levels and minimize costs.
- Implemented standard operating procedures for food preparation and sanitation compliance.
- Conducted regular quality assessments to maintain consistency in dishes served.
Senior Sous Chef
Intercontinental Hotels Group
02.2013 - 03.2015
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food safety and hygiene.
- Managed inventory levels, implementing efficient stock control procedures to minimize waste.
- Developed seasonal menus in collaboration with culinary team, enhancing guest satisfaction through innovative dishes.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs, promoting skill development and teamwork within the kitchen staff.
Sous Chef
Southern Sun Ikoyi Hotel
01.2010 - 03.2013
- Collaborated with executive chef to design seasonal menus and innovative dishes.
- Streamlined kitchen operations, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing preparation time.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs, fostering culinary skills and teamwork in fast-paced environment.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs, fostering culinary skills and teamwork in fast-paced a fast-paced environment.
Education
Certificate in Computer Studies - Computer Study
Adamawa State Polytechnic
Adamawa State 04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Federal Polytechnic Mubi
Mubi 04.2001 -
Skills
Food safety
Menu planning
Cost control
Menu development
Portion and cost control
Team Training
Vendor relationships
Staff supervision and coordination
Food preparing, plating, and presentation
Quality control
Kitchen equipment operation
Menu pricing
Culinary techniques
Budgeting and cost control
Dish preparation
Food preparation techniques
Nutrition
Delegating work
Staffing
Recipe management
Food stock and supply management
Fine-dining expertise
Waste reduction
Recipe development
Allergy awareness
Fine dining
Food pairing
Coaching and mentoring
Staff training
Timeline
Executive Chef
Radisson Blu Hotel Mammy Yoko Sierra Leone Free Town
03.2018 - 12.2024
Executive Chef
Parkinn by Radisson
03.2015 - 03.2018
Senior Sous Chef
Intercontinental Hotels Group
02.2013 - 03.2015
Sous Chef
Southern Sun Ikoyi Hotel
01.2010 - 03.2013
Certificate in Computer Studies - Computer Study
Adamawa State Polytechnic
04.2001 -
High School Diploma -
Federal Polytechnic Mubi
04.2001 -
reading and cooking
I love reading food journals and food related books