NAA LAMILEY NYOMOSUMONA AM-QAUAYE
Accra
Summary
Proven expertise in enhancing kitchen operations and food quality at TUNNEL LOUNGE, with a keen focus on sanitation standards and food safety compliance. Demonstrated ability to negotiate cost-effective purchasing strategies and coordinate catering with exceptional presentation standards. Skilled in recipe development and fostering team efficiency, significantly improving customer satisfaction.
Professional with proven track record in culinary management, equipped with skills in kitchen operations, inventory control, and staff supervision. Known for fostering team collaboration and ensuring smooth kitchen workflows, consistently delivering high-quality results. Adaptable to changing needs, maintaining high standards in fast-paced environments. Strong focus on hygiene, food safety, and cost-effective practices.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Assistant Manager
TUNNEL LOUNGE
10.2023 - Current
- Enhanced customer satisfaction through ensuring consistent food quality and presentation.
- Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing kitchen operations.
- Ensured compliance with all local regulations related to food handling, storage, and preparation procedures.
- Monitored food quality throughout meal preparation process from ingredient selection through plating.
- Promoted cost-effective purchasing strategies, negotiating with suppliers for better pricing on ingredients and supplies.
- Coordinated catering orders for special events, ensuring timely delivery and exceptional presentation standards.
Kitchen Assistant
BOLD RESTAURANT
03.2020 - 09.2023
- Maintained strict compliance with food safety regulations, ensuring high-quality meals for patrons.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during peak hours.
- Promoted accident prevention through proper and acceptable levels of sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen.
- Provided backup support to other staff members during busy periods or staff shortages.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
Kitchen Assistant
GAZEBO VIEW
04.2017 - 01.2020
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Tasked with removal of garbage and refuse, mopping and sweeping floors and washing walls.
- Utilized knife skills to expertly chop, slice, and dice ingredients as needed for recipes.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Maintained strict compliance with food safety regulations, ensuring high-quality meals for patrons.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
- Promoted accident prevention through proper and acceptable levels of sanitation and cleanliness of kitchen.
- Provided backup support to other staff members during busy periods or staff shortages.
- Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks, resulting in timely meal service.
- Reduced cross-contamination risks by strictly adhering to sanitation protocols when handling allergens.
Education
Bachelor of Science - HOME ECONOMICS
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
ACCRA09-2013
High School Diploma -
KIN MAC VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE
BIBIANI01-2013
Skills
- Sanitation standards
- Menu planning
- Food presentation
- Recipe development
- Health and safety regulations
- Food safety compliance
- Health inspections
- Safe food handling
Timeline
Kitchen Assistant Manager
TUNNEL LOUNGE
10.2023 - Current
Kitchen Assistant
BOLD RESTAURANT
03.2020 - 09.2023
Kitchen Assistant
GAZEBO VIEW
04.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Science - HOME ECONOMICS
UNIVERSITY OF CAPE COAST
High School Diploma -
KIN MAC VOCATIONAL INSTITUTE
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