Daniel Clement
Culinary Professional | Experienced Cook & Steward
Port Harcourt, NG.About
Highly dedicated and enthusiastic Culinary Professional with over three years of progressive experience in high-volume kitchen environments. Proven expertise in diverse culinary techniques, committed to delivering exceptional quality meals and superior customer service. Adept at optimizing kitchen operations through strong organizational, time management, and team leadership skills, thriving in fast-paced settings.
Work
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Summary
Responsible for comprehensive culinary operations, including menu development, food preparation, and kitchen team management, ensuring high standards of quality and compliance.
Highlights
Develop and execute seasonal menus based on ingredient availability and customer orders, consistently meeting high culinary and quality standards.
Lead and manage a culinary team, overseeing task assignments and enforcing strict adherence to safety and sanitation regulations.
Uphold stringent food safety protocols, including proper handling, storage, and preparation of food items, to maintain a safe and compliant kitchen environment.
Optimize kitchen expenses through effective waste reduction strategies and streamlined purchasing practices, contributing to overall cost efficiency.
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Summary
Supported head cook in daily kitchen operations, focusing on food preparation, hygiene, and inventory management within a demanding industrial setting.
Highlights
Maintained a meticulously clean and organized kitchen environment, ensuring rigorous sanitation of surfaces, equipment, and utensils.
Supported the head chef in comprehensive food preparation, including precise chopping of vegetables, marinating meats, and mixing ingredients.
Managed all dishwashing operations, ensuring thorough cleaning and sanitization of all culinary tools and dishware.
Assisted in inventory management by tracking food supplies, processing orders, and optimizing storage area organization.
Languages
English
Fluent
Certificates
Skills
Culinary Techniques
Food Preparation, Menu Planning, Cooking, Marinating, Chopping.
Kitchen Management
Inventory Management, Food Ordering, Storage Organization, Waste Reduction, Purchasing Optimization.
Food Safety & Hygiene
HACCP, Sanitation, Food Handling, Health & Safety Regulations.
Team Leadership
Staff Supervision, Task Assignment, Training.
Organizational Skills
Time Management, Multitasking, Detail-Oriented.
Communication
Interpersonal Skills, Customer Service.
Financial Acumen
Budget Management, Financial Documentation.