Jessica Okere
COQUITLAM,British Columbia
Summary
Chef with a winning attitude and desire to deliver an exceptional dining experience. Focused on setting high expectations and raising service standards. Keen to expand customer base through careful oversight and novel promotional methods. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Junior Sous Chef
Earls kitchen
Vancouver, BC
02.2023 - Current
- Organized and maintained the daily mise en place for all stations.
- Trained and supervised junior cooks in proper culinary techniques.
- Maintained a clean work area to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Provided guidance to staff members regarding recipes, plating techniques, garnishes and portion control.
- Monitored food temperatures during storage, preparation and service to meet safety standards.
- Plated dishes according to established specifications for presentation purposes.
- Supervised team members during meal services ensuring orders are accurate and delivered timely.
- Checked food portioning for optimal presentation and cost control.
- Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Established and maintained regular maintenance schedule, keeping kitchen tools and equipment in operable condition.
Kitchen Manager/Head Chef
Vansuya
Vancouver, British Columbia
09.2020 - 11.2022
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Assisted restaurant owners with pricing by providing ingredient costs and portioning information.
- Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
- Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
- Oversaw meal preparation and monitored food handling to encourage safety.
- Trained workers in food preparation, money handling and cleaning roles to facilitate restaurant operations.
- Maximized team performance by training new employees on proper food handling and restaurant protocols.
- Utilized various preparation and cooking methods to create menu items in accordance with recipes.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
Receptionist
Luzo Media
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Kept company records of all guests and courier deliveries.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments and meetings for the management team.
- Served visitors by greeting, welcoming and directing to appropriate personnel.
- Delivered administrative support to team members by making copies, sending faxes, organizing documents and rearranging schedules.
Internship Student
Mbanugo Law Firm
Lagos, Lagos
02.2019 - 05.2019
- Established and maintained professional friendly relationships with my co-workers
- Worked with teams to support goals and build experience.
- Helped staff members re-stock supplies and perform other administrative duties.
- Prepared spaces for meetings at request of employer and team leadership.
- Learned tenets of professional office behavior and thoughtful collaboration.
- Giving the responsibility to organize important documents and work under pressure.
Education
Associate of Arts - Communication Studies, Digital Media
ALEXANDER COLLEGE
Vancouver, BC04.2023
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Art
NEWHALL INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
06.2019
Skills
- Performance Monitoring
- New Employee Recruitment
- Complaint Resolution
- Troubleshooting and Problem solving
- Effective Communication
- Organization and Prioritization
- Customer service
- Time Management
- Team Player
- Mastered the use of productivity software on different computer software (Microsoft Word)
- Staff Training and Development
- Food and Beverage Management
- Safe Food Handling
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
Food Safety Certification: Valid until May 6, 2026
Timeline
Junior Sous Chef
Earls kitchen
02.2023 - Current
Kitchen Manager/Head Chef
Vansuya
09.2020 - 11.2022
Receptionist
Luzo Media
06.2019 - 08.2019
Internship Student
Mbanugo Law Firm
02.2019 - 05.2019
Associate of Arts - Communication Studies, Digital Media
ALEXANDER COLLEGE
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA - Art
NEWHALL INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL
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