Barnabas Shitaleni Paulus
Walvis Bay, Erongo
Summary
Experienced Assistant Chef leads and directs team of kitchen staff members on effective cooking operations, methods, and procedures. Adept at preparing and executing new and creative menu options and assisting head chef with daily preparation of food. Committed to preparing items quickly to promote guest satisfaction.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Cook
Blue Sea Company (Pty) LTD
Walvis Bay
04.2021 - Current
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes, standards, and dietary guidelines.
- Cleaned work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
- Assisted with food preparation tasks such as chopping vegetables and grinding meats.
- Stocked kitchen items such as spices and condiments.
- Organized storage areas for food supplies.
- Maintained sanitation in the kitchen by adhering to health regulations.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens and other cooking equipment during meal preparation.
- Checked quality of ingredients before adding them to a dish or meal.
- Adhered to safety procedures when handling hazardous materials such as knives or cleaning supplies.
- Ensured proper portion sizes were served during meal times.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding menu changes or special orders.
- Provided assistance to cooks in preparing meals during busy periods.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members about any issues related to food service operations.
- Assisted head chef by chopping and preparing cooking ingredients.
- Washed preparation utensils, tools and machinery by hand or industrial dishwasher.
- Verified freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items and rotating stock.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
Cook
Taiyo Namibia (Pty) LTD
Walvis Bay
12.2015 - 12.2016
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
Education
Certificate - Hospitality And Tourism
HIMI TRAINING CENTER
Walvis Bay12-2018
Skills
- Food presentation
- Cooking techniques
- Recipe execution
- Station restocking
- Menu development
- Food handling guidelines
- Kitchen equipment safety
- Plates presentation
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Kitchen task management
- Supervisory skills
- Menu item preparation
- Team Leadership
- Cleaning procedures
- Catering experience
- Communication
- Sauce development
- Food Storage
- Hygiene standards
- Problem-solving abilities
- Kitchen Management
- High volume production capability
- Seafood Preparation
- Frying
- Time management abilities
- Conveyor ovens
- Sanitize surfaces
- Order delivery practices
- Adaptability
- Cleaning and organization
- Hot and cold food preparation
- Professionalism
- Food presentation talent
- Grilling Techniques
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Inventory Control
- Recipes and menu planning
- Meal presentation
- Strong butchery skills
- Maintain equipment
Languages
Oshiwambo
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Timeline
Assistant Cook
Blue Sea Company (Pty) LTD
04.2021 - Current
Cook
Taiyo Namibia (Pty) LTD
12.2015 - 12.2016
Certificate - Hospitality And Tourism
HIMI TRAINING CENTER
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