Okogbe Joseph Itaafe
St. John's,NL
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable food service worker with over three years of hands-on experience in restaurants and catering services. Skilled in meal preparation, customer service, and maintaining food safety standards. Recognized for working efficiently under pressure, providing friendly service, and supporting team success in fast-paced environments. Seeking to bring a strong catering background and a commitment to quality service to Chartwells, Compass Group Canada.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Catering Assistant
Mama Efe's Kitchen
Benin City, Nigeria
01.2021 - 12.2023
- Assisted in preparing traditional and continental meals for events of 50-200 guests.
- Maintained food presentation standards and ensured timely service.
- Supported kitchen team by handling prep work (washing, cutting, portioning).
- Trained two junior staff on basic food handling and customer service.
Food Service Worker
Oghene's Place Restaurant
Warri, Nigeria
06.2019 - 12.2020
- Served customers in a busy local restaurant specializing in Nigerian delicacies.
- Operated cash register, managed customer orders, and handled cash accurately.
- Ensured kitchen and dining area met cleanliness and safety standards.
- Recognized by supervisor for reliability and ability to step into multiple roles.
Kitchen Assistant
Victory Garden Eatery
Asaba, Nigeria
01.2018 - 05.2019
- Assisted chefs with daily prep work, food storage, and stock rotation.
- Carried supplies, set up dining areas, and managed dishwashing stations.
- Learned and applied portion control techniques to reduce waste.
- Contributed to successful catering contracts for school and church events.
Education
Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) -
Federal Government College
Rivers State, Nigeria01-2022
Skills
- Food preparation and portion control
- Food safety and sanitation awareness
- Fast-paced kitchen operations
- Customer service and conflict resolution
- Cash handling and register operation
- Time management and teamwork
Certification
- FoodSafe Level 1, in progress, 2025, NL, Canada
- Basic First Aid, informal training through catering service
Timeline
Catering Assistant
Mama Efe's Kitchen
01.2021 - 12.2023
Food Service Worker
Oghene's Place Restaurant
06.2019 - 12.2020
Kitchen Assistant
Victory Garden Eatery
01.2018 - 05.2019
Senior Secondary School Certificate (SSCE) -
Federal Government College