Emmanuel Afful
Accra
Summary
Motivated Sous Chef polished in keeping kitchen staff on task and handling high-volume work. Knowledgeable about sourcing ingredients, maintaining budgets and maximizing customer satisfaction. Works with management to analyze food costs and forecast business trends to meet company goals.
Versatile Chef with vast experience preparing dishes to impress diners. Trains and develops chefs to company standards. Anticipates ingredient needs and arranges re-stock to facilitate productive kitchen flow and uphold business standards.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Treehouse Restaurant
Accra
03.2022 - Current
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
Cook Supervisor
Urban Grill
Accra
05.2019 - 02.2021
- Supervised and managed the kitchen staff in preparing, cooking, and presenting food.
- Monitored food quality control and safety standards to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Trained new cooks on proper preparation techniques, recipes, and presentation of dishes.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of all food items received and used in the kitchen.
- Coordinated the ordering of ingredients, supplies and equipment needed for daily operations.
- Solved customer complaints quickly and efficiently when necessary.
Education
High School Diploma -
Christian Methodist Senior High School
Kasoa-block Factory 06-2018
Skills
- Food Safety
- Food Preparation
- Employee Scheduling
- Station oversight
- Customer Service
- Plating
- Menu Memorization
- Dish preparation
- Portion Control
- Safe Food Handling
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Timeline
Sous Chef
Treehouse Restaurant
03.2022 - Current
Cook Supervisor
Urban Grill
05.2019 - 02.2021
High School Diploma -
Christian Methodist Senior High School