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Overview
Work History
Education
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Pa Ousman Dibba

Pa Ousman Dibba

Helsinki

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with a strong background at Perho and various restaurants that I have trained and worked in from Ravintola Muru, Pihka karti, k kampus and Clarion hotel to name a few, excelling in menu development and customer satisfaction. Proven expertise in food preparation and safety protocols, while effectively training staff to enhance team performance. Recognized for optimizing kitchen operations and maintaining high standards in food presentation and sanitation.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Barona
05.2023 - Current
  • Developed and executed diverse menu items, enhancing customer satisfaction and dining experience.
  • Managed kitchen inventory and ordering processes, optimizing supply chain efficiency.
  • Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
  • Implemented food safety protocols to ensure compliance with health regulations.
  • Led kitchen operations during high-volume service periods, ensuring timely meal delivery.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.

Cook Supervisor

Fin - Piano Oy
09.2022 - Current


  • Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety standards.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Trained new cooks in food preparation techniques and sanitation practices, enhancing team performance.

Education

GED - Restaurant And Catering Service

Perho Culinary, Tourism And Business College
Helsinki
11.2021

GED - Architectural Draftmanship

Gambia Technical Training Institute
Gambia
05.2014

High School Diploma - Science

West African International School
Gambia
06.2008

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Food preparation
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • Cooking techniques
  • Sanitation
  • Supply restocking
  • Hospitality and service industry background
  • Food presentation
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Food waste reduction

Timeline

Cook

Barona
05.2023 - Current

Cook Supervisor

Fin - Piano Oy
09.2022 - Current

GED - Restaurant And Catering Service

Perho Culinary, Tourism And Business College

GED - Architectural Draftmanship

Gambia Technical Training Institute

High School Diploma - Science

West African International School
Pa Ousman Dibba