Rejoice Amexo
Summary
Resourceful Commis Chef known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in inventory management, food preparation techniques, and kitchen safety protocols. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring smooth kitchen operations and quality culinary outcomes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commis Chef
College of culinary art and hospitality management
Accra
08.2024 - 09.2025
- Prepared diverse dishes in high-pressure kitchen environments.
- Assisted in menu planning and ingredient sourcing for daily specials.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure quality and hygiene standards.
- Managed inventory levels by tracking supplies and placing orders when necessary.
- Supported training of new kitchen staff in basic cooking techniques and safety procedures.
- Engaged with customers to understand dietary preferences and special requests.
- Kept up-to-date records of inventory levels, waste management, recipes.
- Monitored food stocks and placed orders when necessary.
- Ensured that all food items were stored correctly in accordance with health codes.
- Assisted in developing marketing strategies designed to increase sales volume.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes, ensuring food safety standards were met.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously during busy periods in the kitchen.
- Cooked large quantities of food quickly while maintaining high quality standards.
- Organized menus for special events, ensuring that all dietary requirements were catered for.
- Carried out regular audits of kitchen equipment to ensure it was safe to use.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to ensure timely delivery of dishes.
- Kept kitchen properly cleaned and maintained and all items put away after use.
- Maintained cleanliness of the kitchen area by following health and safety regulations.
- Provided guidance on menu planning, portion control, and presentation techniques.
- Developed a range of healthy and nutritious meal plans for students on a budget.
- Adjusted seasoning levels according to customer preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Performed daily maintenance tasks such as cleaning work surfaces, utensils and appliances.
- Controlled the temperature of ovens, grills, fryers and other kitchen equipment.
- Assisted in the ordering of supplies and ingredients needed for meals.
- Created cost-effective ways of using leftovers from previous meals.
- Inspected dishes prior to serving to make sure they met quality standards.
- Rotated food stocks, using older items first and tossing expired products.
- Identified recipe ingredients and made sure each was prepared for professionals.
Barista
Red bottle coffee shop
Dubai
03.2021 - 02.2023
- Assisted in the preparation of baked goods including muffins, cookies, scones, cakes.
- Labeled containers of milk for use in coffee drinks according to expiration dates.
- Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
- Stocked shelves with ingredients needed to make coffee drinks.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding to inquiries quickly and professionally.
- Followed safety procedures while operating machinery such as grinders and espresso machines.
- Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
- Placed orders with suppliers for delivery of products required for daily operations.
- Ground beans for espresso shots according to individual customer specifications.
- Adhered to health department regulations concerning sanitation standards.
- Ensured all equipment was maintained in proper working order according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Maintained a clean work environment by wiping down counters, washing dishes, and cleaning floors.
- Organized workstations efficiently so that tasks could be completed quickly during peak hours.
- Prepared specialty coffee drinks such as lattes, cappuccinos, macchiatos, mochas, and Americanos.
- Operated espresso machines and other coffee brewing equipment effectively.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient service during peak hours.
- Educated customers on coffee origins and brewing methods enthusiastically.
- Managed morning rush of customers daily with efficient, levelheaded customer service.
- Greeted and communicated with customers to take beverage orders and offer recommendations based on taste preferences.
- Prepared and served high-quality coffee beverages to customers daily.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Food Preparation And Hospitality Management
College of Culinary Art And Hospitality Management
Accra , Ghana Some College (No Degree) - Food Preparation And Hospitality Management
College of Culinary Art And Hospitality Management L
Accra , Ghana Skills
- Specialty drink preparation
- Cash handling
- Food safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Customer relationship management
- Team collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Workstation organization
- Sales expertise
- Solid problem solver
- Beverage preparation ì
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Coffee and tea expertise
- Safe food handling practices
- Decision-making
- Food preparation
- Safe food handling
- Product displays
- Team leadership
- Cooking
- Clear communication
- Active listener
- Smoothie making
- Menu design
- Ingredient restocking
- Cleanliness
- Adaptive and creative
- Table setting
- Recipe adherence
- Performance improvement
- Espresso preparation
- Positive and professional
- Friendly and outgoing
- Team player
- Up-selling
- Hospitality service expertise
- Espresso machine operation
- Dining room maintenance
- Tea expertise
- Workflow management
- Coffee brewing
- Sandwich preparation
- Basic maths
- Fluent in English
Languages
Ewe/Twi/Basics Arabic
First Language
English
Advanced (C1)
C1
Certification
Diploma in Food preparation and hospitality management (From college of culinary art and hospitality management.) Ghana
Certificate in coffee preparation( Barista )From Ray coffee Academy. Dubai
Certificate in home Economics (food and nutrition) Ghana
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Commis Chef
College of culinary art and hospitality management
08.2024 - 09.2025
Barista
Red bottle coffee shop
03.2021 - 02.2023
Some College (No Degree) - Food Preparation And Hospitality Management
College of Culinary Art And Hospitality Management
Some College (No Degree) - Food Preparation And Hospitality Management
College of Culinary Art And Hospitality Management L
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