SAMUEL TANOR BUABENG
DEMI CHEF DE PARTIE
DUBAI
Summary
A highly motivated and capable Chef with a real passion for preparing popular, healthy and nutritious meals. Having a ‘hands on’ approach to all areas of the kitchen and possessing excellent organisational skills and administrative skills. A quick learner who can effortlessly fit into an existing established environment, and also encourage colleagues to achieve their best when preparing meals. Looking for an immediate start and to join a busy and successful team where I can fulfil my potential and further advance my career development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Demi Chef De Partie
Taikun Restaurant
Dubai
05.2022 - Current
- Assist with development of new menu items, researching and workshopping recipes compatible with existing menu.
- Reduce costs and losses through regular rotation of fresh food items and employment of waste-reduction food prep techniques.
- Support chef de partie in daily mise-en-place, assigned preparation projects and inventory activities.
- Monitor stock levels of both ingredients and seasonings, notifying head chef of low levels to support prompt ordering.
- Prevent cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Commis Chef
La Serre Restaurant
Dubai
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Cleaned kitchen counters, refrigerators and freezers.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
Commis Chef
Next Level Restaurant and Cafe
Dubai
03.2017 - 06.2021
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Cleaned kitchen counters, refrigerators and freezers.
- Performed stock rotation and inventory counts to provide list of low-stock kitchen items.
Kitchen Helper
Accra City Hotel
Accra
01.2014 - 11.2016
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
Education
Culinary Certificate - Culinary Arts
FilBrit Training Center
Dubai,UAE 03.2019 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science/Hospitality Management
Valley View University
Accra,Ghana 08.2008 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
Suhum Senior High School
Accra,Ghana 08.2004 - 06.2007
Skills
Stocking and replenishing
undefinedCertification
[Person in Charge Level 3 Training (DAC)], [Specifico & Co Quality Consultants - (HABC)] - [5 years]
Accomplishments
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and to complete satisfaction.
- Increased productivity by revamping workflow and restructuring line.
Timeline
Demi Chef De Partie
Taikun Restaurant
05.2022 - Current
Commis Chef
La Serre Restaurant
07.2021 - 04.2022
[Emirates Culinary Guild Certificate of Participation in the Cooking Training at Expo Culinaire ] Training - [Life]
03-2020
[The U.S. Meat Export Federation Certificate of Participation in the U.S. Beef ] Training - [Life]
04-2019
Culinary Certificate - Culinary Arts
FilBrit Training Center
03.2019 - 05.2019
[Person in Charge Level 3 Training (DAC)], [Specifico & Co Quality Consultants - (HABC)] - [5 years]
10-2018
[Highfield Level 3 Award in Food Safety in Catering (RQF)], [Specifico & Co Quality Consultants - (HABC)] - [Life]
10-2018
Commis Chef
Next Level Restaurant and Cafe
03.2017 - 06.2021
Kitchen Helper
Accra City Hotel
01.2014 - 11.2016
Bachelor of Science - Computer Science/Hospitality Management
Valley View University
08.2008 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
Suhum Senior High School
08.2004 - 06.2007
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