Emmanuel Mufeengu
Lusaka
Summary
Culinary professional with strong background in supervising kitchen operations. Proven ability to enhance food quality and maintain safety standards. Consistently fosters team collaboration and adapts to changing needs effectively.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culinary Supervisor
Flying Food
Kenneth Kaunda International Airport
03.2019 - Current
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, reducing waste and optimizing kitchen efficiency.
- Maintaining an organized and clean work environment by implementing regular deep-cleaning routines and equipment maintenance checks.
- Support timely service by preparing ingredients for multiple dishes simultaneously, ensuring all components were ready for plating.
- Increased productivity by effectively prioritizing tasks according to urgency or complexity during high-pressure situations.
- Gained valuable insights into the inner workings of a successful restaurant by actively participating in all aspects of kitchen operations.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency as well as Participating in food tastings and taste tests.
- Observe different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
- Expanded culinary skills by learning traditional methods from experienced chefs representing diverse cultural backgrounds.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to established safety protocols and promptly addressing potential hazards as they arose.
Education
Associate of Science - Food Safety
Kapiri Mposhi Youth Resource Centre
Kapiri Mposhi Zambia04-2018
Skills
- Hygiene practices
- Work under pressure
- Food preparation
- Mise en place
- Food presentation
- Cooking techniques
- Ingredient knowledge
- Quality control
- Attention to detail
- Culinary techniques
Certification
- [Food Safety certificate] [Kapiri mposhi youth Resource centre] [2018]
- [ Occupation health and safety diploma certificate] [ Handsworth Institute ] [ 2023 ].
Languages
Nyanja
Native language
English
Proficient
C2
Timeline
Culinary Supervisor
Flying Food
03.2019 - Current
Associate of Science - Food Safety
Kapiri Mposhi Youth Resource Centre