Nestor David
Chef
Lekki,Lagos
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Purple Chateau, excelling in food presentation and knife skills. Proven ability to optimize food preparation processes and enhance kitchen safety through rigorous hygiene protocols. Adept at creative meal planning, ensuring high-quality standards while fostering a collaborative kitchen environment.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Chef Assistant
Leduc Guest House
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
- Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
- Supported senior chefs with creative meal planning and recipe development.
Chef
3cours Restaurant
Chef
Purple Chateau
02.2023 - 05.2024
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Chef
One Health Medical Center by AXa
02.2024 - 2025
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Education
University of Abomey Calavi
Bénin/cotonouSkills
Food presentation
Timeline
Chef
One Health Medical Center by AXa
02.2024 - 2025
Chef
Purple Chateau
02.2023 - 05.2024
Chef Assistant
Leduc Guest House
Chef
3cours Restaurant
University of Abomey Calavi