Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Interests
Cooking
Timeline
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APEDO EDEM

APEDO EDEM

Accra

Summary

To work with organization that has passion for excellence and ready to achieve a greater height High-performing Chef with more than 6 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

ELIZA'S RESTAURANT AND BAR
01.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.

Chef

PARADISE RESORT
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.

Chef

BEST WESTERN PREMIER HOTEL
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.

Chef

HOTEL STEVENS
01.2013 - 01.2019
  • Prepare different kinds of salads (i.e
  • Salad chef)
  • Prepare several a la carte dishes and buffets orders
  • Work on all grills and roasted meats and fishes
  • Make snack for conferences and other special events

Chef

SKY PLUS HOTEL
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Make mis en place and prepare for busy schedule
  • Plan menu for events and conferences
  • Ability to make good Pizza
  • SKILLS
  • Able to work in fast and busy work situation
  • Capable of working in team
  • Self – motivated person

Education

Certificate in Industrial Catering and Pastry Designing -

NOTSE -

CATERING SCHOOL
2012

Senior High School Certificate -

LYCEE DE NOTSE SENOIR HIGH SCHOOL
2009

B.E.P.C -

ETUDE DU PREMIER CYCLE
07.2007

Skills

  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Food Inventories
  • Banquets and Catering
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Menu Planning
  • Made-to-Order Meals
  • Food Plating and Presentation
  • Order Delivery Practices
  • Process Improvement
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Waste Control

Languages

English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)

Interests

Singing

Sports

Movies

Cooking

As a passionate, confident, and creative chef who can skilfully plan menus, prepare outstanding food, manage budgets, and lead a team of people to deliver quality of service to your customers.

Timeline

Chef

ELIZA'S RESTAURANT AND BAR
01.2022 - Current

Chef

PARADISE RESORT
01.2020 - 01.2022

Chef

BEST WESTERN PREMIER HOTEL
01.2019 - 01.2020

Chef

HOTEL STEVENS
01.2013 - 01.2019

Chef

SKY PLUS HOTEL
01.2012 - 01.2013

Certificate in Industrial Catering and Pastry Designing -

NOTSE -

CATERING SCHOOL

Senior High School Certificate -

LYCEE DE NOTSE SENOIR HIGH SCHOOL

B.E.P.C -

ETUDE DU PREMIER CYCLE

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