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Clet Atchepke

Cotonou,Littoral

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Chef position. Eager to create unique and delicious dishes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good understanding of seamless dining experience for customers.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef De Cuisine

Golden Dream
04.2023 - Current
  • Created menus and creatively-designed recipes for Golden Dream.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Trained team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.

Cook

OLI's Glamour
01.2023 - 03.2023
  • Daily set ups of foodstuffs
  • Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
  • Adjusted recipes and portioning based on ingredient availability or customer request.
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

Hotel Waiter Internship

Azalaï Hotel Cotonou
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and installed them at a table according to their convenience.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Assisted front and back of house personnel in spot cleaning floors and maintaining welcoming environment for team members and guests.
  • Cleaned bedrooms, bathrooms and living spaces to comply with sanitation and hygiene standards.

Hotel Waiter Internship

Jeco Hotel
08.2021 - 10.2021
  • Greeted customers warmly upon arrival and seated them according to their preferences
  • Arranged and prepared tables for customers by setting up the cutlery to offer memorable experiences to guests and foster repeat business
  • Worked with catering staff to establish timely preparation and delivery of food and beverage orders during conferences and banquets
  • Cleared dishes, trays and carts from rooms with discretion and professionalism.

Cook

Food En Folie
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks such as setting up commodities
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for all sorts of events
  • Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
  • Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.

Education

Vocational Degree - Hospitality And Tourism Management

Université D'Abomey Calavi
Abomey Calavi, Benin
12.2023

Associate of Arts - Banking, Finance And Insurance

Université D'Abomey Calavi
Abomey Calavi, Benin
07.2017

Vocational Degree - Marketing And Commercial Communication

Université D'Abomey Calavi
Abomey Calavi, Benin
05.2018

Skills

  • Excellent Team leadership and Management
  • Collaborative Relationships
  • Time management
  • Dynamism and Flexibility
  • Discipline & Self Regulation
  • Prioritizing tasks
  • Fitness Education & Nutrition Planning

Languages

English
Professional Working
French
Native or Bilingual

Additional Information

Part time personal trainer

Timeline

Chef De Cuisine

Golden Dream
04.2023 - Current

Cook

OLI's Glamour
01.2023 - 03.2023

Hotel Waiter Internship

Azalaï Hotel Cotonou
08.2022 - 11.2022

Hotel Waiter Internship

Jeco Hotel
08.2021 - 10.2021

Cook

Food En Folie
01.2021 - 07.2021

Vocational Degree - Hospitality And Tourism Management

Université D'Abomey Calavi

Associate of Arts - Banking, Finance And Insurance

Université D'Abomey Calavi

Vocational Degree - Marketing And Commercial Communication

Université D'Abomey Calavi
Clet Atchepke