Chidera Obike
Katy
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional eager to immerse in the culinary industry and gain valuable hands-on experience. Recognized for a strong work ethic, adaptability, and commitment to continuous learning, with a proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. Possesses a coachable attitude and a passion for excellence, ready to contribute effectively to team success while honing culinary skills.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Garde Manger and Pastry Prep
Rogue Island
Providence, RI
01.2026 - Current
- Prepared and presented a variety of cold dishes, including salads
- Monitored food quality and freshness to ensure compliance with health standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the garde manger station in line with safety protocols.
- Maintained pastry preparations and re-stocking
Rogue Island Restaurant Internship (Providence, Rhode Island)
Providence, Rhode Island
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Worked under the Baking and Pastry division
- Learned how to work with various sweet and savory pastries
- Responsible for the Garde Manger station and Brunch items
- Produced prep tasks needed on a day-to-day basis
Central Office Front Desk Student Assistant Role
Johnson and Wales University Residential Life Office (Providence, Rhode Island)
Providence, Rhode Island
09.2023 - 04.2025
- Managed incoming inquiries, maintained organisations, and assisted with housing operations.
- Assisted in customer service to residential students.
- Created tools such as flyers and posters to advertise important information
child caretaker
Gateway Church, Katy Texas
Katy, Texas
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Assisted in taking care of kids from 3 months–4 years’ old
Contestant
Skills USA District Competition (Katy, Texas)
Katy, Texas
01.2023 - 02.2023
- Participated in a district competition under the culinary division
- Completed weeks’ worth of practice with chefs to train for the competition.
- Demonstrated time management, plating, and cooking techniques under pressure
Education
High School -
Paetow High School
Katy, Texas08.2023
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Johnson & Wales University
Providence, Rhode Island01.2026
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Miller Career and Technology Centre
Katy, Texas08.2023
Skills
- Cooking (Proficient in following recipe directions, plating up food in a presentable manner and proficient knife skills)
- Organizational & Multitasking Skills etc
- Knife Skills & Food Prep Techniques
- Kitchen Sanitation & Safety
- Team Collaboration & Communication
Certification
- ServSafe Food Handler Certification
- ServSafe Alcohol Certification
Timeline
Garde Manger and Pastry Prep
Rogue Island
01.2026 - Current
Rogue Island Restaurant Internship (Providence, Rhode Island)
09.2025 - 12.2025
Central Office Front Desk Student Assistant Role
Johnson and Wales University Residential Life Office (Providence, Rhode Island)
09.2023 - 04.2025
child caretaker
Gateway Church, Katy Texas
04.2023 - 06.2023
Contestant
Skills USA District Competition (Katy, Texas)
01.2023 - 02.2023
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Johnson & Wales University
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Miller Career and Technology Centre
High School -
Paetow High School