Taiwo Ajimuda
Bariga,Lagos State
Summary
Highly skilled culinary professional with expertise in pastry preparation and workstation organisation. Demonstrates exceptional time management, communication, and adaptability with menu changes. Proficient in recipe modification and maintaining strict hygiene standards. Resourceful in ingredient use and possesses basic computer literacy. Committed to continuous improvement and excellence in the culinary arts.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work history
Demi chef de partie
Boca Restaurant & Bar
Victoria Island, Nigeria
01.2024 - 12.2025
- Leads pastry production and innovation.
- Oversees mise en place and daily operations.
- Collaborated with senior chefs to develop new menu items and seasonal offerings, enhancing culinary experience.
- Contributes to dessert menu development.
- Contributed to cost control measures by reducing food waste levels.
Commis 1
Kaly Restaurant & Bar Lounge
Victoria Island, Nigeria
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Ensured full compliance with HACCP standards and procedures.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service and efficient kitchen operations during busy periods.
- Assisted kitchen staff for the smooth running of operations.
- Participated in regular training sessions to improve culinary skills and knowledge.
Commis ii Pastry
Craft Gourmet Restaurant
Victoria Island, Nigeria
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Assisted in dessert production and station management.
- Supported the beverage team.
- Assisted in maintaining the cleanliness and organisation of the pastry station and equipment.
- Monitored inventory levels of ingredients and communicated needs to management.
- Complied with food safety regulations.
- Contributed to menu development by suggesting new pastry recipes and flavour combinations.
- Prepared and baked a variety of pastries and desserts for daily service.
Kitchen Assistant (Internship)
Virgin Rose Hotel
Victoria Island, Nigeria
01.2015 - 02.2015
- Supported chefs with prep and hygiene compliance.
- Collected and stored food items following safety and hygiene standards.
- Operated kitchen appliances and tools with attention to safety protocols.
Education
Online Education - Pastry development
Udemy & Skillshare
OnlineWest Africa Vocational Education
Yaba 01.2015 - 01.2015
Noble Skills Catering School
Bariga 01.2014 - 01.2015
Success Point Computer Training
Nigeria 01.2014 - 01.2014
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Gbagada Girls High School / CM Girls High School
Skills
- Time Management
- Communication
- Resourceful in ingredient use
- Basic computer literacy
- Workstation organization
- Pastry preparation
- Adaptability with menu changes
- Recipe modification
- Hygiene standards compliance
Certification
- Special Pastry Courses
- Continuous Culinary Training
REFERENCES
Available upon request.
Affiliations
- Cooking, exercising, Dancing
Timeline
Demi chef de partie
Boca Restaurant & Bar
01.2024 - 12.2025
Commis 1
Kaly Restaurant & Bar Lounge
01.2022 - 01.2024
Commis ii Pastry
Craft Gourmet Restaurant
01.2016 - 01.2022
Kitchen Assistant (Internship)
Virgin Rose Hotel
01.2015 - 02.2015
West Africa Vocational Education
01.2015 - 01.2015
Noble Skills Catering School
01.2014 - 01.2015
Success Point Computer Training
01.2014 - 01.2014
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Gbagada Girls High School / CM Girls High School
Online Education - Pastry development
Udemy & Skillshare