FRANCIS OBI
Tampere
Summary
Dynamic and versatile dedicated Chef with a strong foundation in time management, quality control, and food preparation techniques. Demonstrates exceptional communication skills, creativity, and leadership in team settings. Committed to delivering high-quality results and continuously enhancing culinary expertise while aspiring to advance within the hospitality industry.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Cook
Restorante Roma
Tampere
07.2024 - Current
- Prepared high-quality dishes following traditional Italian recipes, grilling, pasta making, pizza, rice dishes, soups, and sauces
- Follow food safety and sanitation standards.
- Ensure proper storage of food to prevent contamination.
- Assist in developing new dishes or improving existing recipes.
- Monitor food supplies and report shortages
- Ensure food quality meets customer expectations.
Chef De Partie
Lantica Pizzeria Restaurant-Italian
Dubai
07.2019 - 06.2024
- Organize and run the station efficiently during service.
- Ensure readiness of ingredients and equipment
- Prepared a variety of cuisines according to recipes or customer requests.
- Prepare, cook, and present dishes according to recipes and restaurant standards
- Train junior staff on cooking techniques and kitchen procedures.
- Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation regulations
- Assist in menu planning and development
Demi Chef De Partie
Best Western Plus Elomaz Hotel
Asaba
01.2016 - 03.2019
- Food Preparation & Cooking varieties of cuisines.
- Ensure the section is fully prepared before service
- Ensure proper storage and labeling of food
- Assist in stock rotation and inventory control
- Experience with vegetarian and special-diet meals
- Guide Commis Chefs and kitchen assistants
- Assist in stock rotation (FIFO)
- Follow food safety and hygiene regulations (HACCP)
Cook
Macdons Fast food and Restaurant
Asaba
02.2014 - 12.2015
- Prepare ingredients and carry out mise en place
- Cook different dishes according to recipes and standards
- Ensure food quality, taste, and proper presentation
- Follow food safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards
- Keep the kitchen, utensils, and work areas clean
- Store food properly and follow stock rotation procedures
Education
Higher Vocational Degree - Puhtaus-Ja Kiinteistopalvelualan Ammattitutkinto
TAKK
Finland11-2035
Bachelor of Science - Economics/Sociology And Anthropology
University of Nigeria Nsukka
Enugu Nigeria07-2013
Skills
- Food safety
- Culinary creativity
- Menu development
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Time Management
- Quality Control
- Food preparation and cooking techniques
- Good communication Skill
- Leadership and Teamwork
- Independent
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Finnish
Beginner
A1
Certification
Hygiene passport
Accomplishments
Best Employee of the Month
Affiliations
Cooking
Timeline
Cook
Restorante Roma
07.2024 - Current
Chef De Partie
Lantica Pizzeria Restaurant-Italian
07.2019 - 06.2024
Demi Chef De Partie
Best Western Plus Elomaz Hotel
01.2016 - 03.2019
Cook
Macdons Fast food and Restaurant
02.2014 - 12.2015
Higher Vocational Degree - Puhtaus-Ja Kiinteistopalvelualan Ammattitutkinto
TAKK
Bachelor of Science - Economics/Sociology And Anthropology
University of Nigeria Nsukka