Dancan Mugo
chef
Dubai,Dubai
Summary
Experienced culinary professional with a strong background in kitchen management and equipment oversight. Dedicated to maintaining rigorous health and safety protocols while excelling in fast-paced settings. Committed to improving operational workflows and providing exceptional culinary experiences.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Commis Trainee
Anantara Dubai Palm Jumeirah
Dubai, UAE
02.2025 - Current
- Prepared ingredients to enhance kitchen efficiency during peak hours.
- Collaborated with head chef to refine recipes and improve quality.
- Streamlined kitchen operations through effective communication with team members.
- Executed daily food preparation, minimising waste and reducing costs.
- Adapted swiftly during busy periods to sustain service speed.
- Upheld cleanliness guidelines to maintain a sanitary work environment.
- Facilitated smooth kitchen operations by assisting in all areas of food production.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards through proper storage techniques.
- Observed health and hygiene standards to minimise food contamination.
- Trained under experienced chefs increasing professional culinary skills.
- Mastered various cooking techniques with ongoing practice and mentorship from senior chefs.
- Maintained high hygiene standards throughout kitchen operations.
Commis chef
Royal Africa Safaris
Naroc, Kenya
08.2024 - 12.2024
- Maintained high hygiene standards throughout kitchen operations.
- Developed new garnishing methods to improve plate aesthetics.
- Assisted in large-scale catering events, ensuring successful execution.
- Contributed to food presentation, enhancing visual appeal for diners.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with timely meal preparation.
- Enforced health and safety guidelines amongst the team, promoting a safe working environment.
- Prepared ingredients for head chef to ensure efficient service.
- Collaborated with team members for smooth kitchen operations.
- Provided support to senior chefs, improving speed of service delivery.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organised work area.
culinary trainee
Cultiva Farm Kenya
Nairobi, Kenya
03.2023 - 08.2023
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Oversaw daily operations to achieve high productivity levels.
culinary trainee
Kifaru house Elewana
Isiolo, Kenya
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours, covering nights, weekends and bank holidays.
- Supported team by demonstrating respect and willingness to help.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
- Improved efficiency and productivity by acquiring new skills.
- Completed duties to deliver on targets with accuracy and efficiency.
- Displayed energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
culinary student
Boma International Hospitality College
Nairobi, Kenya
06.2022 - 04.2024
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Quickly learned and applied new skills to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Successfully delivered on tasks within tight deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Offered friendly, efficient customer service and handled challenging situations with ease.
- Consistently arrived at work on time and ready to start immediately.
Education
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Boma International Hospitality College
Nairobi, Kenya 05.2022 - 04.2024
Skills
- Self disciplined
- Outstanding culinary skills
- Kitchen equipment handling
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Calm under pressure
Languages
English
Fluent
Swahili
Native
French
Beginner
Timeline
Commis Trainee
Anantara Dubai Palm Jumeirah
02.2025 - Current
Commis chef
Royal Africa Safaris
08.2024 - 12.2024
culinary trainee
Kifaru house Elewana
04.2024 - 08.2024
culinary trainee
Cultiva Farm Kenya
03.2023 - 08.2023
culinary student
Boma International Hospitality College
06.2022 - 04.2024
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Boma International Hospitality College
05.2022 - 04.2024
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