Kofi Ampong Boakye
Toronto
Summary
Versatile and dynamic Cook with a track record of reducing food waste and enhancing food presentation, honed at NYAMEKYE RESTAURANT and other establishments. Excelled in customer service and sanitation, demonstrating strong multitasking skills and a commitment to safety and quality in food handling. Achieved significant improvements in kitchen efficiency and food preparation processes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
NYAMEKYE RESTUARANT
07.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.
Cook's Assistant
CHERRY BAR-B-QUE
04.2022 - 06.2023
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
Cook
McDonald's
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality
George Brown College
Toronto, ON05-2022
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Sanitation
- Food presentation
- Food waste reduction
Timeline
Cook
NYAMEKYE RESTUARANT
07.2024 - Current
Cook's Assistant
CHERRY BAR-B-QUE
04.2022 - 06.2023
Cook
McDonald's
02.2021 - 10.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality
George Brown College
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