Experienced Chef Specializing in Flavor & Innovation

" Passionate chef with years of experience in home-based and professional kitchens. Worked as a head chef for a shortlet apartment and lounge in Lagos. Trained women and youths in culinary skills. Studied AI for a year and freelanced. Now seeking opportunities to refine expertise and grow professionally. "
Serial No: 213287

Skills keywords: private chef, food safety, budget management, creative menu planning, head chef
Qualifications:

Culinary Arts Certificate of Completion – Trained in professional cooking techniques, food safety, and menu planning. Developed expertise in creating flavorful and innovative dishes.

Certificate in Data Science & AI – Gained knowledge in artificial intelligence, data analysis, and machine learning, enhancing problem-solving and analytical skills.

Personal Information:

I , I'm inspired by creativity, storytelling, and the power of food to bring people together. Cooking isn’t just a skill for me—it’s ,it's a way to express artistry and evoke emotions. I enjoy experimenting with flavours, reading literature classics, and exploring comic art. Challenges fuel me, and I thrive on personal growth, innovation, and making a meaningful impact.

Management Skills:

1.Kitchen Leadership – Successfully led a team in a shortlet apartment and lounge, overseeing food preparation, staff coordination, and quality control.

2. Time & Resource Management – efficient kitchen operations by optimising ingredient use, reducing waste, and maintaining workflow under pressure.

3. Training & Mentorship – Taught culinary skills to women and youths, demonstrating strong communication, patience, and the ability to adapt teaching methods to different learners.

4. Menu & Inventory Management – Planned and executed diverse menus while keeping costs in check and maintaining ingredient availability.

5. Problem-Solving & Decision-Making – Quickly addressed kitchen challenges, from handling unexpected shortages to resolving staff conflicts, ensuring smooth operations.

Professional Awards/Accolades:

1. Head Chef at a Shortlet Apartment & Lounge – Led kitchen operations, curated menus, and ensured high-quality dining experiences for guests.

2. Culinary Trainer for Women & Youths – Taught innovative cooking techniques using undervalued ingredients like bananas, tomatoes, and plantains, empowering participants with valuable skills.

3. Entrepreneurial Success – Built a home-based food business, handling everything from cooking to customer service and delivery.

4. Diverse Skill Set – Holds a Culinary Arts Certificate of Completion (2017) and a Certificate in Data Science & AI, blending creativity with analytical problem-solving.

  • Head chef
    Peculiar Shortlet Apartment ( Currently working )
    4 months ( Dec, 2024 - Apr, 2025 )
  • Culinary instructor/Chef
    Projektlink
    Started in current month
Employment Sought: Permanent
Current Location: Oluyole, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria
Top 5 countries interested in working in: Canada, Finland, Netherlands, United Kingdom, United States
Right to work in the following countries: Nigeria





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