Sunday Abutu Onoja
Kitchen Assistant
Ile-Ife,OS
Summary
Dedicated and seasoned culinary professional with extensive experience as both a cook and kitchen assistant. Proficient in a wide range of culinary techniques, including precise knife skills and mastery of various cooking methods. Known for exemplary food safety standards and meticulous attention to detail in ingredient preparation and menu planning. Adept at managing kitchen operations efficiently, demonstrating strong organizational skills and inventory management expertise. Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering exceptional culinary experiences. Seeking to leverage expertise and contribute to a dynamic culinary team in a professional kitchen environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cook and Kitchen Assistant
Dabom Resort
Enugu, EN
11.2019 - Current
- Managed over 100 customers per day by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Maintained clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Cook
More House
Ikoyi, LA
09.2016 - 02.2018
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Cafeteria Manager and Logistics Official
Eser West Africa
07.2012 - 03.2016
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Created training materials for new hires to ensure consistent knowledge of policies and procedures across the team.
- Coordinated catering services when required, working closely with event organizers to ensure smooth execution of functions while adhering to budget constraints.
Education
Associate of Science - Estate Management
Osun State College of Technology
Esa- Oke, Osun State, Nigeria 07.2009 - 08.2011
High School Diploma -
Saint John Grammar School
Oke-Aton, Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria 02.1996 - 06.2002
Skills
Food safety and sanitation
Customer Service
Attention to detail
Inventory management
Organization
Time management
Cooking methods (grilling, frying, baking, etc)
Menu planning
Ingredient preparation
Culinary techniques
Food safety and sanitation
Hobbies
Cooking, Food Photography, Recipe Development and Culinary Travel
References
Available on Request
Timeline
Cook and Kitchen Assistant
Dabom Resort
11.2019 - Current
Cook
More House
09.2016 - 02.2018
Cafeteria Manager and Logistics Official
Eser West Africa
07.2012 - 03.2016
Associate of Science - Estate Management
Osun State College of Technology
07.2009 - 08.2011
High School Diploma -
Saint John Grammar School
02.1996 - 06.2002