Mid-level Cook with 5+ years of experience in Kenyan hospitality sector. Expertise in East African cuisine, banquet preparation, and kitchen operations. Proven track record in cost control, menu innovation, and maintaining 98%+ hygiene audit scores.
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Grace Kiprop
Eldoret, Machakos County, Kenya
•Phone +254712345678
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WORK EXPERIENCE
Sous Chef
• Kenya
Straight Hotel Eldoret
2021-03 - 2024-01
• Reduced monthly food costs by 15% through improved inventory management and supplier negotiations
• Developed 12 new menu items contributing to 20% increase in à la carte sales
• Trained and supervised 8 kitchen staff members, improving team efficiency by 30%
Line Cook
• Kenya
Machakos Safari Lodge
2018-06 - 2021-02
• Managed breakfast service for 150+ daily guests with consistent 95% guest satisfaction scores
• Implemented waste reduction system saving KES 80,000 monthly in food costs
• Recognized as Employee of the Quarter twice for consistent performance
EDUCATION
Certificate in Culinary Arts
St. Paul's University
• Kenya
• 2020-11
SKILLS
Menu Planning, Food Cost Control, Kenyan & Continental Cuisine, HACCP Compliance, Team Leadership, Swahili/English Bilingual, Inventory Management, Banquet Operations
PROJECTS
Eldoret Food Festival 2023
• Kenya
• Led 5-member team preparing specialty dishes for 3,000+ attendees
• Developed budget-friendly festival menu featuring 15 Kenyan regional specialties
• Achieved 40% profit margin on festival food sales
Sustainable Kitchen Initiative
• Kenya
• Pioneered farm-to-table program with 8 local suppliers in Uasin Gishu County
• Reduced food transportation costs by 25% while improving ingredient freshness
• Implemented composting system diverting 85% of kitchen waste from landfills
CERTIFICATIONS
Advanced Food Safety and Hygiene Certificate
• Kenya
• 2022-05
Kenya Utalii College
Certificate in African Cuisine Specialization
• Kenya
• 2021-08
Kenya Chefs Association
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Best Regional Dish - Rift Valley
• 2023-10
Taste of Kenya Culinary Awards
Hospitality Star Award
• 2022-07
Eldoret Tourism Association
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