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ODESHOLA OLASUNKANMI ADEDOTUN
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ODESHOLA OLASUNKANMI ADEDOTUN

Surulere

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Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: 2 weeks notice

Desired Job Title

HEAD CHEFSOUS CHEFKITCHEN SUPERVISOR Chef de PartieChef Assistant

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkConsultingSeasonal Work

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Surulere, Nigeria
Open to relocation: Yes

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursPersonal development programsHealthcare benefits

Summary

Creative and passionate chef with experience in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and team management. Skilled in crafting innovative dishes that cater to diverse palates while ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. Demonstrated ability to improve kitchen efficiency and enhance dining experiences through effective leadership and culinary skills. Successfully elevated guest satisfaction by consistently delivering exceptional meals and fostering a positive working environment for the culinary team.

Overview

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1
Language
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Certification
10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

HEAD CHEF

La Cocina The Kitchen
LAGOS
06.2025 - Current
  • Led kitchen operations and maintained high food quality standards.
  • Developed seasonal menus featuring local ingredients and culinary trends.
  • Trained and supervised kitchen staff in food preparation techniques.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to enhance guest experiences.
  • Oversaw cooking processes to maintain consistency in dish presentation.
  • Coordinated special events and large-scale catering services effectively.
  • Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.

SOUS CHEF

La Cocina The Kitchen
LAGOS
02.2025 - 05.2025
  • Assisted in menu planning and development with head chef and kitchen staff.
  • Supervised kitchen operations during service to ensure food quality and presentation.
  • Trained and mentored junior cooks on food preparation techniques and safety standards.
  • Developed new recipes while maintaining consistency of existing menu items.
  • Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
  • Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.

KITCHEN SUPERVISOR

OLAIYA FOODS & CATERING SERVICES
IKEJA
07.2024 - 01.2025
  • Organise and oversee the production of food in line with the standard operating procedures.
  • Supervise the cooking of all items & ensuring proper staffing for maximum productivity and high standards of quality
  • Direct personnel towards maximum performance
  • Assist in maintaining a high level of service principles in accordance with established standards.
  • Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies for daily operations.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workspace.
  • Ensured all kitchen staff adhered to food safety and sanitation regulations.
  • Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.

COOK

G51 LIMITED
LAGOS
09.2023 - 05.2024
  • Cooking food and preparing top-quality menu items In timely manner
  • Monitoring the quality and quantity of food that is prepared
  • Control food stocks and food cost in the kitchen
  • Prepare food according to recipes, quality standard and presentation standard
  • Prepared diverse menu items following established recipes and guidelines.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
  • Managed food inventory, including ordering and rotating stock to minimize waste.

DRIVER

DRIVECARE LOGISTICS & SERVICE LTD
LAGOS
11.2022 - 09.2023
  • Fetching and welcoming clients at the beginning of their trips.
  • Traveling via the most efficient routes, unless otherwise directed.
  • Complying with road regulations at every time.
  • Ensuring the automobile remains clean and well maintained.
  • Coordinated timely deliveries to ensure customer satisfaction and service reliability.
  • Communicated effectively with customers to confirm delivery details and resolve issues.

CONTINENTAL COOK

BEST WESTERN PLUS IBADAN
Ibadan
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • Cooking and supervising, serving food and beverages to guests while remaining conscious of dietary restrictions based on religion or health.
  • Liaised between event manager or catering manager and the serving staff to maintain appropriate levels of food and drink at all times.
  • Organizing of daily menus.
  • Daily preparation of market and sales report.
  • Maintaining healthy relationships among team members and taking care of complaint.
  • Prepared diverse menu items using fresh ingredients and seasonal produce.

COOK

FEDORA FOOD VENTURES
Ogudu Lagos
09.2018 - 09.2021
  • Cooking and serving food and beverages to guests.
  • Maintaining healthy relationships among team members and taking care of complaint.
  • Table & seating arrangements.
  • Prepared diverse menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.

DELIVERY AGENT

UNATEUS LOGISTICS INT LTD
SURULERE
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Delivery service, safety and transport.
  • Great communication, including verbal and listening skills.
  • Punctuality in delivering packages.
  • Accuracy in store arrangements.
  • Managed timely delivery of packages to ensure customer satisfaction.

COOK

De MAYOURS HOTEL
Surulere
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Food service, safety and storage.
  • Hazard analysis and critical control points (HACCP) protocol.
  • Leadership & problem-solving skills.
  • Good organizational and interpersonal skill.
  • Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.

Education

Certificate - Culinary Arts

WISCONSIN CATERING SCHOOL
Lagos State, Nigeria

BSc - Computer Science

OLABISI ONABANJO UNIVERSITY
Ago Iwoye, Ogun State, Nigeria

Certificate -

ROYAL STAR COMPREHENSIVE COLLEGE
Surulere, Lagos State, Nigeria

Skills

  • Cooking techniques
  • Kitchen management
  • Food safety compliance
  • Staff training
  • Adaptability
  • Fine-dining expertise
  • Menu planning
  • Dish preparation
  • Culinary expertise
  • Recipe creation
  • Plating and presentation

Certification

National Youth Corps Services, Sensitization on Sexual and Moral Values for Youths

Languages

English
Beginner
A1

Timeline

HEAD CHEF

La Cocina The Kitchen
06.2025 - Current

SOUS CHEF

La Cocina The Kitchen
02.2025 - 05.2025

KITCHEN SUPERVISOR

OLAIYA FOODS & CATERING SERVICES
07.2024 - 01.2025

COOK

G51 LIMITED
09.2023 - 05.2024

DRIVER

DRIVECARE LOGISTICS & SERVICE LTD
11.2022 - 09.2023

CONTINENTAL COOK

BEST WESTERN PLUS IBADAN
11.2021 - 02.2022

DELIVERY AGENT

UNATEUS LOGISTICS INT LTD
01.2020 - 01.2021

COOK

FEDORA FOOD VENTURES
09.2018 - 09.2021

COOK

De MAYOURS HOTEL
01.2017 - 01.2018

Certificate - Culinary Arts

WISCONSIN CATERING SCHOOL

BSc - Computer Science

OLABISI ONABANJO UNIVERSITY

Certificate -

ROYAL STAR COMPREHENSIVE COLLEGE

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