Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Generic

DAMILARE OGUNNAIYA

Summary

Well-organized Kitchen Assistant bringing over 2 years of experience, upbeat nature and expertise in food preparation. Superior skills in organizing ingredients, minimizing waste and sanitizing kitchen surfaces. Motivated team player with history of working with little oversight to optimize performance. Hardworking Kitchen Hand known for handling support tasks, mopping floors, maintaining food safety and restocking pantry items. Considered motivated and efficient worker. Hardworking Kitchen Assistant well-versed in food preparation techniques and inventory management to maintain consistent stock of needed supplies. Shoulders multiple kitchen tasks in support of cooks and servers. Thrives in busy environments. Responsible Kitchen Assistant offering proven skills maintaining clean kitchens and promoting customer satisfaction through exceptional service. Dedicated to completing fast-paced work and properly handling food. Service-driven team player good at connecting with people resulting in repeat customers. Highly motivated candidate with experience in food service. Adept at using excellent knife skills and knowledge of food safety regulations. Skilled at quickly preparing high-quality meals.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Customer Service Representative

harmony analysis company
11.2021 - 02.2022
  • Trained new personnel regarding company operations, policies and services.
  • Cross-trained and backed up other customer service managers.
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from prospective customers.
  • Participated in team meetings and training sessions to stay informed about product updates and changes.
  • Provided primary customer support to internal and external customers.
  • Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.

Supervisor

Dodarex Cleaning Service
09.2019 - 03.2020
  • Handled customer complaints, resolved issues, and adjusted policies to meet changing needs.
  • Supported creation of detailed, technical financial models to value potential acquisition targets.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
  • Created successful work schedules for each team member to maintain deadlines and fully staff shifts.
  • Identified unsafe or unhealthful workplace conditions or hazards to enforce safe work practices and procedures.
  • Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.

Sales Representative

Adeshola supermarket
06.2017 - 09.2019
  • Recorded accurate and efficient records in customer database.
  • Stayed current on company offerings and industry trends.
  • Developed and implemented marketing plans to increase brand awareness and drive sales.
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
  • Trained new employees on customer service, money handling and organizing strategies.
  • Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.

Kitchen Assistant

Be Life Hotel
07.2022 - Current
  • Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
  • Assisted servers by providing glassware and utensils to guests.
  • Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
  • Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
  • Monitored food temperatures and quality throughout shifts.
  • Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
  • Operated kitchen equipment in accordance with manufacturer instructions.

Education

Bachelor of Science - B.Ed Biology Education

Olabisi Onabanjo University
Ogun State, Nigeria
07.2019

Skills

  • Kitchen Preparation
  • Ingredient Preparation
  • Food Storage Safety
  • Kitchen Supply Management
  • Ingredient Management
  • Kitchen Staff Coordination
  • Kitchen Equipment Expertise
  • Chef Assistance
  • Production Planning
  • Kitchen Station Cleanliness
  • Kitchen Assistance
  • Food Preparation Mastery
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Cleaning and Sanitizing
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Critical Thinking
  • Accident Prevention
  • Customer Needs Assessments
  • Supplies Delivery
  • Hospitality Management
  • Hotel Management Procedures

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Supervised team of 20 staff members.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Managed 5 opportunities per month.
  • Increased productivity by revamping workflow and restructuring line.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and to complete satisfaction.

Certification

  • Sickle Cell Disease; Training - 6 month
  • Certified Mental Health;Medications Competency Assessment; Behavior, Burnout and Depression; First Aid and Life Support, Alison

Languages

English, yoruba
Native language
Portuguese
Elementary
A2

Timeline

Kitchen Assistant

Be Life Hotel
07.2022 - Current

Customer Service Representative

harmony analysis company
11.2021 - 02.2022

Supervisor

Dodarex Cleaning Service
09.2019 - 03.2020

Sales Representative

Adeshola supermarket
06.2017 - 09.2019

Bachelor of Science - B.Ed Biology Education

Olabisi Onabanjo University
DAMILARE OGUNNAIYA