Experienced fine dining line cook and CDP with over 7 years experience in the restaurant industry, specializing in high volume and fast paced kitchen environments in New Orleans and South Africa. Skilled in line execution, team coordination and maintaining high culinary standards under pressure. With additional banquet and catering experience.
Open To Work
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VIVIAN CATHERINE NANYONJO
New Orleans
Summary
Overview
6
years of professional experience
8
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification
Work History
BRENNAN'S RESTAURANTNew Orleans
Private events cook
08.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Execute high volume plated and buffet style service in a consistent timely manner whilst maintaining the food quality
- Managed food inventory to minimize waste and control costs
- Implemented efficient skillful cooking techniques to optimize productivity
- Motivative staff to maximize efficiency, teamwork and overall performance under pressure.
- Assisted in menu planning by providing input on seasonal ingredients and dish ideas.
Kream Restaurant Monte casino Sandton
Demi Chef de Partie
03.2021 - 07.2023
Job overview
- Curated and executed monthly menu specials
- Trained kitchen staff on menu execution on specials based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences
- Served as a mentor to junior kitchen staff, providing guidance and support in their professional development
- Followed complex recipes to create delicious pastries, cakes and baked goods for pastry chefs.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection®Sandton
Banquet Cook
01.2020 - 03.2021
Job overview
- Prepared and cooked a variety of banquet dishes for large events.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations
- Live cooking and guest interaction
Education
Chef's training and innovation academyCenturion, Gauteng
Culinary Arts from Management
02.2019 - 11.2022
University Overview
City & GuildsCenturion, Gauteng
Patisserie Professional from Baking And Decorating
02.2020 - 08.2020
University Overview
Taibah international schoolEntebbe, Uganda
High school diploma
01.2008 - 01.2012
University Overview
Skills
- Leadership and training
- Cost inventory control
- Team building and motivation
- High volume food production
- Advanced culinary skills
Certification
- Food Handler Certification, 11/01/19, Present
- ServSafe
Additional Information
Additional Information
Permanent resident authorized to work in the USA
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Gig WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$20/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Private events cook
BRENNAN'S RESTAURANT
08.2023 - Current
Demi Chef de Partie
Kream Restaurant Monte casino
03.2021 - 07.2023
City & Guilds
Patisserie Professional from Baking And Decorating
02.2020 - 08.2020
Banquet Cook
African Pride Irene Country Lodge, Autograph Collection®
01.2020 - 03.2021
Chef's training and innovation academy
Culinary Arts from Management
02.2019 - 11.2022
Taibah international school
High school diploma
01.2008 - 01.2012