OLUWASEUN AKOMOLAFE
Lagos
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
HSE GOURMET LEKKI LAGOS
01.2023
- Overseeing the general operation of the kitchen
- Ensure all food is prepared as per food preparation requirements
- Ensure meals are produced on time, and sufficient quantities are available for the various areas
- Work with pastry and bakery chef to ensure quality production all the time
- Ensure all staff are aware of their duties and what is expected of them
- Teach new staff skills they require to perform their roles to the required standard
- Oversee and monitor the work of kitchen staff to ensure all tasks are done as required
- Give staff feedback on their performance to enable staff development
- Ensure any staffing issues are resolved fairly and quickly
- Ensure wastage is minimized by careful supervision of food preparation methods
- Ensure proper hygienic storage methods are utilized to prevent food loss
- Oversee the ordering and control of stock levels
- Ensure staff are aware of and follow safe work practices at all times
- Assist other staff in the cleaning of the kitchen at the end of the shift
- Ensure work station is kept clean and hygienic at all times
- Assist the day-to-day running of the department
- Controlled to maintain the correct levels of spending
- Food costing
- Modify and create new menus
- Arrange equipment repairs and purchase
- Give prepared plates final touches and comply with Food safety regulations.
Head Chef
Food Garage East Legon
12.2023 - Current
- Elevated restaurant''s reputation by consistently creating high-quality, innovative dishes and maintaining top-notch presentation standards.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency through effective staff scheduling and proper inventory management.
- Fostered a positive working environment by promoting teamwork and open communication among all kitchen staff members.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
Sous Chef
The Place Resort, Freetown Sierra Leone
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Acted as Head chef when required
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen work flows
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
Chef de Partie
Twinwaters Entertainment Centre Lekki
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy
- Maintained well - organized mise en place to keep work consistent
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
Junior Sous Chef
Twinwaters Entertainment Centre Lekki
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation
- Acted as Head chef when required to maintain continuity of services and quality
- Monitored recipe portioning to control food costs
- Trained kitchen staffs to perform various preparation tasks under pressure
- Assisted sous chef with weekly schedule drafts for 16 kitchen staff
- Led team by example in preparing items accurately and according to high-quality standards.
Commis chef
Federal Palace Hotel By Sun International VI, Lagos
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Maintained well organized mise en place to keep work consistent
- Observed different kitchen chefs preparation of sauces, breads and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking techniques
- Worked with chef de Partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by executive chef.
Education
B.sc Tourism Studies -
National Open University of Nigeria
01.2013
Skills
- Tex-Mex
- Italian
- Chinese
- African
- European Cuisine
Accomplishments
I was a 2nd runner up on Knorr Taste quest competition 2016 (HOSTED by Unilever)
I'm the official Chef for the Hug Foundation in Texas US ( Africa outlet)
I have consulted for the past Governor of lagos state Nigeria. ( Healthy meal Plan)
I have hosted a seminar or food safety and hygiene for over 4years
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking
- Writing
- Poem
- Watching movies
Languages
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
Head Chef
Food Garage East Legon
12.2023 - Current
Head Chef
HSE GOURMET LEKKI LAGOS
01.2023
Sous Chef
The Place Resort, Freetown Sierra Leone
01.2022 - 01.2023
Chef de Partie
Twinwaters Entertainment Centre Lekki
01.2017 - 01.2020
Junior Sous Chef
Twinwaters Entertainment Centre Lekki
01.2017 - 01.2020
Commis chef
Federal Palace Hotel By Sun International VI, Lagos
01.2013 - 01.2016
B.sc Tourism Studies -
National Open University of Nigeria