Judith Okolie

Passionate and dedicated chef with experience in preparing high-quality meals, snacks, and refreshments for private clients, schools, churches, corporate events, and social gatherings. Skilled in menu planning, food preparation, kitchen organization, and maintaining high hygiene standards. Committed to delivering delicious meals with excellent customer service and attention to detail.

Chef & Catering Manager - Judy's Bistro - Lagos, Nigeria

(2002-01)

• Prepare a variety of Nigerian meals, snacks, and refreshments.
• Cater for private events, schools, churches, and corporate organizations.
• Plan menus according to client requirements and budgets.
• Maintain food quality, hygiene, and safety standards.
• Manage food inventory and kitchen supplies.
• Coordinate food preparation for events and large orders.

Assistant Restaurant Manager - Sweet Sensation - Ikoyi, Lagos

(2024-04 - 2026-06)

• Supervised daily production operations for a high-volume restaurant kitchen.
• Led a team of 10+ kitchen staff to ensure timely food preparation and delivery.
• Maintained 100% compliance with HACCP food safety standards.
• Reduced food waste by 15% through improved inventory control and portioning.
• Coordinated with management to plan daily production schedules based on customer demand.

Chef - Food Headquarters - Ikeja, Lagos

(2022-02 - 2023-04)

• Prepared and plated 50+ meals daily to restaurant quality standards.
• Maintained clean and organized workstation, passing all health inspections.
• Collaborated with kitchen team to ensure timely service during peak hours.

Chef - Aristo Bistro and Games - Ondo State

(2020-07 - 2022-08)

• Prepared menu items according to standardized recipes.
• Ensured proper food storage and rotation, reducing spoilage by 10%.
• Assisted in training 2 junior kitchen staff on food safety and preparation techniques.

B.A. - Religious and Cultural Studies - University of Porthacourt (2011-01 - 2015-12)