EDWARD KAKEMBO
ABU DHABI ,UAE
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than 5 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and efficient in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven line cook skilled in Meal preparation and assuring quality products
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
CHEF
BYGRAM 22 RESTAURANT
ABU DHABI , UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
07.2023 - Current
- Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
- Maintained strict food health, hygiene and safety standards for ongoing kitchen compliance.
- Monitored line work processes to ensure consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Monitored kitchen staff and environments to ensure appropriate safety procedures were implemented.
- Directed kitchen workflow to meet high-volume needs in busy restaurant environment.
- Negotiated with vendors to source ingredients and supplies at cost-effective terms.
- Enforced safe food-handling, preparation and storage protocols to reduce risk of food-borne illnesses.
- Sourced local and imported food and ingredients to fulfil menu needs.
CHEF
MR FIT RESTAURANT
ABU DHABI , UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
10.2022 - 03.2023
- Checked freezer and refrigerator temperatures regularly, maintaining produce quality and safety.
- Maintained strict food health, hygiene and safety standards for ongoing kitchen compliance.
- Monitored line work processes to ensure consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Monitored kitchen staff and environments to ensure appropriate safety procedures were implemented.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Minimised kitchen waste through effective recycling, composting and disposal systems.
- Collaborated effectively with kitchen and waiting staff to facilitate smooth, efficient service outcomes.
SOUS CHEF
DIET LIFE RESTAURANT
ABU DHABI , UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
03.2020 - 08.2022
- Planned and directed food preparation in fast-paced restaurant environments.
- Trained junior kitchen staff in food preparation and hygiene practices.
- Acted as head chef when required, maintaining continuity of service and quality.
- Developed chefs to run stations efficiently during peak service periods.
- Followed recipe specifications strictly to produce high volume of food orders.
- Sanitised equipment and kitchenware to comply with hygiene protocols.
- Collaborated with head chef to create innovative, seasonal menus for special events.
- Assisted cooks to determine freshness and quality of dishes.
SANDWICH MAKER
ELITE SPORT CAFE
ABU DHABI , UNITED ARAB EMIRATES
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Packaged 2000+ food items per shift, exceeding team average by 80%.
- Recommended marketing initiatives that led to 90% product sales increase.
- Maximised food production efficiencies by correctly preparing mise-en-place.
- Prepared sandwich ingredients through washing, cutting and slicing, operating kitchen hand tools.
- Prevented food contamination by consistently promoting safe and sanitary food handling practices.
- Neatly and efficiently prepared 2000+ sandwiches per shift according to customer orders.
Education
CERTIFICATE OF TRAINING - FOOD AND BEVERAGES
07.2017 - 07.2018
HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE - SCIENCES
02.2012 - 11.2013
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING - MECHANICS
02.2010 - 01.2012
BACHELORS IN ENGINEERING - Sciences
03.2014 - 06.2017
Skills
- Recipe development
- Kitchen sustainability improvements
- Food safety & hygiene expert
- Project budgeting
- Pantry restocking
- Food preparation techniques
- Company quality standards
- Employee training and development
- Kitchen sanitation procedures
- Effective communications
Languages
English
Fluent
Arabic
Beginner
A1
Timeline
CHEF - BYGRAM 22 RESTAURANT
07.2023 - Current
CHEF - MR FIT RESTAURANT
10.2022 - 03.2023
SOUS CHEF - DIET LIFE RESTAURANT
03.2020 - 08.2022
SANDWICH MAKER - ELITE SPORT CAFE
01.2018 - 02.2020
YMCA VOCATIONAL TRAINING INSTITUTE - CERTIFICATE OF TRAINING , FOOD AND BEVERAGES
07.2017 - 07.2018
KYAMBOGO UNIVERSITY - BACHELORS IN ENGINEERING , Sciences
03.2014 - 06.2017
MAKERERE HIGH SCHOOL - HIGH SCHOOL CERTIFICATE , SCIENCES
02.2012 - 11.2013
BUGANDA ROYAL INSTITUTE - MECHANICAL ENGINEERING , MECHANICS
02.2010 - 01.2012
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