Brian Wanjiku
Nairobi
Summary
Passionate skating Coach offering more than 5-years background teaching beginner to advanced skaters of all ages. Expertise in choreographing programs, organizing in-house competitions and determining strengths and weaknesses of students. Certified in sports injury recovery and first aid. Personable and courteous individual dedicated to helping skaters appreciate art of skating and establishing strong connections with skaters and families.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Thurnders Bistro Restaurant
01.2024 - 06.2024
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredients, and supply stock to prepare and plan fresh orders.
- Ensured quality menu production maintaining strict hygiene standards
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Managed a team of six kitchen staff making sure everyone had clear duties at work.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to lower grocery costs.
- planned the kitchen layout to fit our menu while maintaining efficiency during high-volume production.
- Developed and produced different menu items which our guests well appreciated.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Actively collaborated with other senior staff across departments to strategize on selling more of our pro horses and the other items that didn't sell as much
Ice Skating Instructor
Aura group
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Coached individuals to refine specific techniques and enhance confidence while skating
- Supported smooth running of events by arriving on-time and well-equipped.
- Cutting the ice using a zamboni and inspecting the ice for pot holes and uneven areas.
- Making sure all the skaters at the link are observing all the safety rules.
- Carrying out skating demos for new skaters
- Sharpening the skates skillfully for excellent performance on ice
- Arranging all the skating gear in their respective size.
- Using easy to learn steps to instruct and coach new skaters
Roller Skating Coach
Tenth Empire
12.2020 - 08.2022
- Instructing new skaters using an approved curriculum through different stages of the sport.
- Frequently accessed the progress of learners and prepared performance reports detailing their progress.
- Performing skating demos to learners as to assist then in braking down various moves and how to perform them.
- Incase of an injury, all coaches were trained to take quick first aid measures.
- Cleaning and servicing all roller skates making sure they are ready and safe to be used by our students.
- Collaborated with other coaches to share best practices, techniques, and insights for overall program improvement.
- Encouraged team work on the players and strong sportsman character.
intern
GOLDEN TULIPS HOTEL
12.2019 - 03.2020
- Practicing restaurant service and operation in a 5 star environment.
- Bar service and cocktail presentations
- Banqueting service, where working closely with the banqueting manager to learn the process of booking conference meetings and setting up the hall in preparation for the meetings.
- Professionally serving different foods and beverages.
- Serving wine professionally by conducting a proper presentation and pouring.
- Production and preparation of various dishes under supervision of station chefs in charge.
Waiter
QUIVER LOUNGE
08.2018 - 10.2019
- Warmly greeted guests upon arrival to create welcoming atmosphere.
- Setting up and prepping the restaurant area for service.
- Suggestive selling and upselling the menu products during service.
- Professionally serving wines and other alcoholic beverages while sharing knowledge about this products.
- Attending to guests needs and requests swiftly maintaining a smooth flow of service.
- Billing guests and bidding them goodbyes.
Line Cook
Ashaki Grill & BBQ restaurant
05.2017 - 01.2018
- Checking out all the food ingredients required for the day's production from the stores office.
- Preparing vegetables and meats in different cuts ready for production on order.
- Taking and producing food orders incoordination with the service team.
- Preparation and production of mediteranian and west African cuisines.
- Preparation and production of fresh juices and mocktails.
Intern
LEOPARD BEACH RESORT AND SPA
12.2016 - 04.2017
- Learning 5 star restaurant service and operation.
- Professionally serving a variety of different foods and beverages.
- Learning food production operations in supervision of line chefs in charge.
- learning practically front office operations, from checking in, briefing, billing and checking out guests.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality Management
Mt. Kenya University
08.2020
Associate of Arts - Hospitality Management
Mt. Kenya University
Nairobi, Kenya08.2017
GED - Computer License.
KIwan Computer College
02.2015
High School Diploma - High School Study
Goshen High School
11.2014
Skills
- Highly responsible and reliable
- Good in leadership and teamwork
- Efficient under pressure
- Interpersonal skills
- Food and beverage service
- Training exercises
- Safety regulations
- Sports injuries training
- Physical and endurance training
- Efficient skater
- Patient
Languages
English
Fluent
French
Upper intermediate
German
Elementary
Timeline
Head Chef
Thurnders Bistro Restaurant
01.2024 - 06.2024
Ice Skating Instructor
Aura group
11.2022 - 05.2023
Roller Skating Coach
Tenth Empire
12.2020 - 08.2022
intern
GOLDEN TULIPS HOTEL
12.2019 - 03.2020
Waiter
QUIVER LOUNGE
08.2018 - 10.2019
Line Cook
Ashaki Grill & BBQ restaurant
05.2017 - 01.2018
Intern
LEOPARD BEACH RESORT AND SPA
12.2016 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Hospitality Management
Mt. Kenya University
Associate of Arts - Hospitality Management
Mt. Kenya University
GED - Computer License.
KIwan Computer College
High School Diploma - High School Study
Goshen High School
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