Francis Matovu
Dubai
Summary
Dynamic Commis Chef with experience at Healthy Nest Restaurant, skilled in food preparation and maintaining hygiene practices. Proven ability to thrive under pressure while ensuring timely meal delivery. Adept at mise en place, contributing to a well-organized kitchen environment and supporting senior chefs in creating high-quality dishes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Commis Chef
Healthy Nest Restaurant
12.2023 - 05.2026
- Contributed to inventory management by tracking stock levels of ingredients.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Assisted in food preparation and cooking of various menu items.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Followed safety and hygiene standards to uphold kitchen sanitation practices.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal delivery to customers.
Commis Chef
Suzan’s Bakery and Restaurant
08.2020 - 10.2023
- Assisted in food preparation and cooking of various menu items.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Supported senior chefs in plating dishes for service during peak hours.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal delivery to customers.
- Followed safety and hygiene standards to uphold kitchen sanitation practices.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
Education
Certificate of Culinary Arts - Food And Beverage Service
Kampala Comprehensive Institute
Kampala 04.2019
Skills
Hygiene practices
Work under pressure
Food preparation
Mise en place
Languages
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeSalary Range
د.إ45000/yr - د.إ200000/yrTimeline
Commis Chef
Healthy Nest Restaurant
12.2023 - 05.2026
Commis Chef
Suzan’s Bakery and Restaurant
08.2020 - 10.2023
Certificate of Culinary Arts - Food And Beverage Service
Kampala Comprehensive Institute