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Debbie Aniama Joshua

Toronto,Ontario

Summary

At Skcookks, a seasoned Head Chef leveraged expertise in Kitchen Management and Leadership Qualities to elevate dining experiences, achieving recognition in culinary publications. Mastered cost control and food safety, mentoring staff towards excellence. Orchestrated high-profile catering events, significantly enhancing the establishment's reputation. High-performing Chef offering 7 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Gifted Sous Chef with undeniable talents in developing menus to draw in clientele. Passionate individual creating healthy dishes made with locally grown ingredients. Ready for new challenge creating tasty meals for successful establishment. Creative Chef driving and sustaining remarkable restaurant growth by offering unparalleled customer experiences. Specializing in cooking with skills in concept development and high-quality restaurant operation. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Chef

Skcookks
03.2024 - Current
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Maintained high standards of kitchen cleanliness, consistently passing inspections with exemplary ratings.
  • Implemented rotating special menu to showcase culinary creativity and attract food enthusiasts.
  • Ensured optimal food quality and safety, rigorously adhering to health and sanitation guidelines.
  • Cultivated dynamic and supportive kitchen environment, fostering teamwork and effective communication among staff.
  • Orchestrated catering services for high-profile events, enhancing establishment's reputation for quality and versatility.
  • Achieved recognition in renowned culinary publications, elevating restaurant's status and attracting wider clientele.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Ensured timely delivery of all orders during busy services by implementing efficient workstations and streamlined plating processes.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Education

Certificate - Personal Support Worker

CIMT COLLEGE
Toronto, ON

Certificate - Psw

Clarion College
Nigeria
01.2023

Catering

Jdebspot
Nigeria
11.2018

Diploma - Business Administration

Heritage Polytechnic
Nigeria
12.2016

Skills

  • Nutritional knowledge
  • Food Safety
  • Kitchen Management
  • Team Management
  • Special Event Catering
  • Food presentation
  • Recipe creation
  • Leadership Qualities
  • Ingredient Selection
  • Cost Control
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Creative Thinking
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Quality Control
  • Staff Recruiting and Hiring
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Food Handler Certification

Languages

English
Professional Working

Accomplishments

  • Selected to create and prepare unique dishes for private parties with well-known celebrities.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Created signature dish which generated high-interest and became best-selling dinner for the restaurant.
  • Recognized for best dishes

Certification

Chef

Timeline

Head Chef

Skcookks
03.2024 - Current

Certificate - Personal Support Worker

CIMT COLLEGE

Certificate - Psw

Clarion College

Catering

Jdebspot

Diploma - Business Administration

Heritage Polytechnic
Debbie Aniama Joshua