Alice Vitashie
Agona kwanyarko
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at a prestigious hotel, excelling in food preparation and kitchen inventory management. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through exceptional service and creative plating techniques. Adept at training staff and ensuring compliance with safety standards, fostering a collaborative and efficient kitchen environment.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef or cook
Hotel or restaurant
07.2026 - Current
- Prepared ingredients according to recipes and safety standards.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently during meal preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service.
- Followed health and safety guidelines while handling food products.
- Stocked supplies and monitored inventory levels in kitchen storage areas.
- Assisted in plating dishes for presentation before serving to guests.
- Participated in training sessions to learn cooking techniques and procedures.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or services provided.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
Cook or chef
Hotel or restaurant
07.2018 - Current
- Prepared and cooked diverse dishes for hotel guests and restaurant patrons.
- Managed kitchen inventory and ensured timely replenishment of supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and organized kitchen.
Education
Agona Kwanyarko Secondary High School
Agona kwanyarko Skills
- Food preparation
- Kitchen inventory management
- Safety compliance
- Culinary techniques
- Menu planning
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Quality control
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Attention to detail
- Adaptability to change
- Training and mentoring
- Conflict resolution
- Problem-solving
- Calm demeanor
- Order delivery practices
- Garnishing techniques
- Extensive catering background
- Sanitation practices
- Food safety oversight
- Fine dining
- Sous vide technique
- Kitchen organization
- Culinary creativity
- Event catering
- Pastry making
- Positive and professional
- Food plating and presentation
- Hospitality and service industry background
- Sanitation
- Cooking
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Kitchen sanitation management
- Culinary art
- Food waste reduction
- New hire training
- Food trends awareness
- Order verification
- Recipe development
- Multitasking and organization
- Creative plating
- Recipes and menu planning
- High volume production capability
- Effective planner
- Order prioritization
- Dish preparation
- Temperature control
- Ingredient knowledge
- Nutrition awareness
- Ingredient selection
- ServSafe certified
- Beautiful presentation of food
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Food costing
- Grilling
- Stock management
- Cleaning and organization
- Plating and presentation
- Strong butchery skills
- Special diets
- Food handling
- Hospitality service expertise
- Surface cleaning
- Performance improvement
- Labor management
- International cuisine
- Food presentation talent
- Operations management
- Quality assurance and control
- Food storage
- Dietary restriction support
- Grilling expertise
- Cooking techniques
- Food pairing
- Recipe modification
- Health and safety compliance
Timeline
Chef or cook
Hotel or restaurant
07.2026 - Current
Cook or chef
Hotel or restaurant
07.2018 - Current
Agona Kwanyarko Secondary High School