Destiny Ochiebem

COOK | HOTEL & RESTAURANT KITCHEN OPERATIONS

Talent

AbujaMember since November 9, 2026

Food preparation and daily cooking operationsIngredient preparation, portioning and mise en placeCoordinating kitchen tasks and service readinessKitchen cleanliness, hygiene and safe food handlingIngredient organisation and stock awarenessMaintaining consistency and food qualityWorking during busy service periodsTeamwork and communication with kitchen staff

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About

Practical and hardworking cook with experience in hotel and restaurant kitchen environments. Experienced in daily food preparation, cooking, organising ingredients, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and supporting timely service. Currently working as a Head Cook at Great Emry Restaurant, with responsibility for coordinating daily kitchen tasks and maintaining food quality.

Seeking a Cook position in a reputable hotel where I can contribute my experience while continuing to develop professionally under an experienced chef.

Career Objective: To secure a Cook position in a well-managed hotel with a structured kitchen team, where I can use my existing cooking experience, learn from a head chef, and grow towards more advanced kitchen responsibilities.

Experience

Head Cook at Great Emry Restaurant (2026-08 – Present)

Oversee daily food preparation and cooking activities to support restaurant service.
Coordinate kitchen tasks and organise ingredients and work areas before and during service.
Monitor food quality, taste, portioning and presentation before meals are served.
Maintain kitchen cleanliness and follow safe food-handling and storage practices.
Help ensure food is prepared on time and kitchen operations run smoothly.

Cook at Nexus Express Hotel (2026-03 – 2026-08)

Prepared and cooked meals for hotel guests in line with kitchen requirements and service needs.
Prepared ingredients and organised the work area before and during service.
Maintained kitchen cleanliness and order, including proper handling and storage of food items.
Worked with the kitchen team to support timely service and consistent food quality.
Followed instructions from management and kitchen supervisors.

Cook at Ewagonyin (2025-11 – 2026-02)

Supported daily food preparation and cooking for restaurant service.
Prepared ingredients, kept cooking stations organised and assisted with service readiness.
Maintained kitchen hygiene and cleaned equipment and work surfaces as required.
Worked with other staff to complete kitchen tasks on time during service periods.