Cayleb Mumow
Chef de Partie
Nairobi, Nairobi AreaMember since May 20, 2026
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Culinary operationsSauté and grill expertiseMenu preparation and developmentKitchen management and team supervisionInventory control and stock rotationPortioning and cost control (food costing)Plating, presentation, and garnish techniques
About
Results-driven Chef de Partie seeking a position at a premier hospitality venue to leverage expertise in station setup, cost-conscious portioning, and high-volume service coordination; focused on delivering consistent quality under pressure, reducing food waste through efficient practices, and supporting cross-department communication to elevate overall guest dining experiences.
Experience
Chef de Partie / Demi Chef de Partie - Hill Park Hotels - Nairobi
(2025-04)
- Supervise and train junior kitchen staff on station techniques, portion control, and food safety.
- Prepare, cook, and plate high-standard menu items consistently during service.
- Maintain mise en place and ensure all ingredients are prepped and ready for service.
- Assist the sous/Head Chef with menu development, recipe costing, and daily specials.
- Manage inventory for assigned station, including stock rotation and supplier orders.
- Coordinate with front-of-house for timely service and handle guest dietary requests or allergies.
Line Cook - Ayeyo Restaurant Hotel - Nairobi
(2021-06 - 2024-12)
- Enhanced culinary skills in high-volume kitchen production and service coordination for Glovo and Uber Eats orders.
- Managed preparation of Somali cuisine and Supreme Kitchen menus, ensuring accuracy and timely delivery.
- Maintained detailed store and inventory records, reducing ingredient wastage.
Education
Diploma - Food & Beverage Production, Sales & Service Management - MAHANAIM COLLEGE (2019 - 2023)
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - KIONGWANI BOYS HIGH SCHOOL (2015 - 2018)
