Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Additional Information
Certification
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Chinwe Nwaneri

Student & Small Business Owner
Lubbock, Richmond,TX

Summary

Entrepreneurial small catering business owner and current undergraduate at Texas Tech University majoring in restaurant and hospitality management. Knowledgeable in basic culinary skills, safety and hygiene issues, creative and critical thinking and ability to multitask and commitment. Interested in getting more experience in the hospitality and catering industry to gain more knowledge and experience in the industry to help succeed and grow in my career.

Overview

1
1
Certification
2
2
years of post-secondary education
5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Small Business Owner

Chin-Way’s Catering
Richmond, Texas
08.2020 - Current
  • Manage all aspects of business development from market research and finance to operations and marketing, ensuring that the company's vision is being followed.
  • Maintainhigh food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Cook meals according to administrative policies, health code regulations and food service standards.
  • Prepare and cook over 30 meals from scratch by creating authentic and unique recipes to generate repeat business.

Intern

Cornell University’s Statler Hotel
Ithaca, New York
05.2019 - 08.2019
  • Gained first-hand experience in various operational areas in a Four Diamond AAA hotel.
  • Enhanced operational efficiency by using slow periods to restock employee and customer supplies, including ice, condiments, utensils, napkins, trays and delivery bags in the fine dining restaurant
  • Learned and utilized extensive bar and wine knowledge to enhance guest dining experiences in the fine dining restaurant
  • Arranged tables for customers, following established preparation procedures to provide guests with excellent experiences and foster repeat business..
  • Arranged for provision of extra room bedding, linens, towels and furniture to satisfy guests with special needs in housekeeping.
  • Used downtimes to prepare ingredients and restock supplies for expected busy periods in the culinary department.

Salad Cook/ Line Prep

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
Katy, TX
05.2018 - 05.2019
  • Communicated with staff to produce a well serviced meals for guests.
  • Label and stock all ingredients on shelves so they can be organized and easily accessible.
  • Prepared various salads, desserts and appetizers in a timely manner.
  • Checked each food item for freshness and provided feedback to kitchen supervisor for removal.
  • Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
  • Upheld optimal staff and customer protections by monitoring food handling, cleaning and sanitation protocols.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware and cooking utensils.

Restaurant Server

Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
Katy, TX
06.2017 - 09.2017
  • Communicated and completed customers’ orders with employees to serve customers’ requested order.
  • Ensured guest satisfaction with meals and excellent customer service.
  • Stayed up-to-date on menu changes to offer current and accurate information and help customers select optimal meal choices based on individual preferences.
  • Maintained customer satisfaction by clarifying questions about orders and specialty items.
  • Applied communication and problem-solving skills to resolve customer complaints and promote long-term loyalty.

Receptionist

Nwaneri Law Firm
St. Paul, MN
06.2010 - 09.2013
  • Carried out clerical duties such as filing, drafting, and organizing legal documents.
  • Answered client phone calls and directed clients to the appropriate attorney.
  • Welcomed each new arrival pleasantly and confirmed reservations and identification.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Restaurant, Hotel & Institutional Management

Texas Tech University

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Houston Community College
08.2017 - 05.2019

Skills

Strategic Planning

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Additional Information

  • Activities, Certifications & Awards JROTC , State qualifier for DECA (Distributive Education Clubs of America) Scholarship recipient from YIP (Youth in Philanthropy) Hospitality Ministry at St. Faustina Catholic Church

Certification

Certified food handler

Timeline

Small Business Owner

Chin-Way’s Catering
08.2020 - Current

Intern

Cornell University’s Statler Hotel
05.2019 - 08.2019

Salad Cook/ Line Prep

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
05.2018 - 05.2019

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Houston Community College
08.2017 - 05.2019

Restaurant Server

Cheddar’s Scratch Kitchen
06.2017 - 09.2017

Receptionist

Nwaneri Law Firm
06.2010 - 09.2013

Bachelor of Science - Restaurant, Hotel & Institutional Management

Texas Tech University

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