Linda Tada Yakubu
Nutrition Consultant
Kaduna
Summary
Innovative and experienced Nutritionist with 25 years of expertise in conducting nutrition assessments and evaluating lifestyle factors. Research and gather information on clients' physical fitness, stress levels, medical diagnoses and medication usage. Offer effective specific diet and lifestyle changes appropriate for each individual to maximize transformations and positive outcomes.Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Dependable team member trained in register operations and customer service. Contributes to smooth front-end operations and goes beyond requirements to handle customer needs. Reliable, team-oriented, and efficiently completes assignments.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Nutrition Consultant
National Institute For Trypanosomiasis Research (NITR)
Kaduna
01.2006 - Current
- Consulted regularly with physicians on patients' health issues and weight control measures.
- Researched calories and nutritional content of various meals and summarized data in comprehensive reports.
- Presented ideas for program improvements as well as innovative new programs and services.
- Coordinated nutritional care with other healthcare team members and managed care actions related to diet management.
- Developed and oversaw preparation of specialized diets.
- Calculated nutritional requirements to assess adequacy of diet and nutrition support.
- Analyzed clients' eating habits, outlined areas for improvement and developed goal plans with ideal life changes to support wellness.
Executive Sous Chef
Dubar (NNPC Kitchen)
Kaduna
11.2003 - 12.2005
- Managed ordering, inventory levels, receiving, invoice settling and equipment maintenance.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Coordinated and executed menu planning, recipe development and daily restaurant operations.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Utilized local, fresh food products to support local economies and showcase community support.
- Streamlined kitchen processes to shorten wait times and serve additional guests.
- Created recipes, incorporating various techniques, to build flavor and unique visual appeal.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
Sous Chef
Dubar Hotel
Kaduna
01.1990 - 11.2003
- ssessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Directed staff in restaurant kitchen and field to maintain department objectives, standards, guidelines and budget.
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Maximized customer satisfaction and team operations by
Education
National Diploma - Nutrition And Dietetics
Kaduna Polytechnic
Kaduna 01.1981 - 12.1984
Higher National Diploma - Nutrition And Dietetics
Kaduna Polytechnic
Kaduna 01.1986 - 12.1988
Master Of Business Administration - Business Administration
Kaduna State University
Kaduna 11.2015 - 12.2018
Post Graduate Diploma - Management Science
Kaduna Polytechnic
Kaduna 01.2000 - 11.2001
Skills
Culinary expertise
Cooking instruction
Diabetic lifestyle planning
Diabetes management
Nutrition program management
Teamwork and Collaboration
Nutrition needs assessment
Food counseling
Dietary habits evaluation
Body composition analysis
Time management
Communication
Strong leadership and management skills
Attention to detail
Food planning and presentation
Flexibility
Timeline
Master Of Business Administration - Business Administration
Kaduna State University
11.2015 - 12.2018
Nutrition Consultant
National Institute For Trypanosomiasis Research (NITR)
01.2006 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
Dubar (NNPC Kitchen)
11.2003 - 12.2005
Post Graduate Diploma - Management Science
Kaduna Polytechnic
01.2000 - 11.2001
Sous Chef
Dubar Hotel
01.1990 - 11.2003
Higher National Diploma - Nutrition And Dietetics
Kaduna Polytechnic
01.1986 - 12.1988
National Diploma - Nutrition And Dietetics
Kaduna Polytechnic
01.1981 - 12.1984