BRIAN MULINGE MULWA
Bunbury,WA
Summary
A detail oriented chef who has a passion for food and who works hard to ensure that every dish which leaves his kitchen is perfect. Brian has culinary experience of working in multinational company kitchen,hotels,restaurants and hospital.
With his cooking expertise, he will not only be able to prepare a wide variety of food stuffs, but will also be instrumental in the smooth running of any kitchen area and catering service.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Mantra Lighthouse hotel
Bunbury, WA
01.2024 - Current
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
Sous Chef
Due South
04.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisting Head chef in creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes
- Managing and monitoring portion and waste control
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Chef De Partie
Braye Beach Hotel
07.2022 - 03.2023
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Prepared items for roasting, sauteing, frying and baking.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
- Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
Chef De Partie
Merton Hotel
07.2021 - 11.2021
- Assisting head chef and sous chef in creating menus and developing dishes
- Preparing ,cooking and presenting high quality dishes
- Assisting with the management of food hygiene practice.
- Organized the daily mise en place in order to prepare meals efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of stock levels, ordering new ingredients when needed.
Head Chef
Garda World International
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Being responsible for food hygiene practices
- Determining food inventory needs stocking and ordering
- Ensuring dishes served are of high standard
- Directing food preparation process
- Ensuring orders are delivered on time
- Employing and paying staffs
- Ability to foresee and recognize potential problems before they occur and to plan for them accordingly.
Head Chef
SKA International Group
03.2013 - 12.2018
- Conducting regular staff performance and taking appropriate action to rectify deficiencies
- Making sure that all food which is presented to clientele is done so in timely manner and in the correct sequence
- Giving both positive and negative feedback to kitchen staff on a daily basis
- Ensuring that all cleaning schedule duties are carried out properly and that relevant administrative record are updated
- Checking quantity and quality of food supplies and writing food cost reports for senior manages
- Processing invoices on a weekly basis and ensuring that any outstanding bills are paid in full and on time.
Sous Chef
SKA International Group
Mogadishu, Somalia
10.2011 - 12.2012
- Leading a team of 6 cooks,4 cleaners and 4 waiters responsible for overseeing and participating in the preparation, cooking and serving of food
- Undertook menu planning in consultation with the head chef
- Managing all aspects of the kitchen and cooking areas
- Determining work schedules and delegating specific duties
- Documenting and recording information
- Cleaning, disinfecting and sanitizing all areas of the kitchen
- Evaluating new recipes,cooking equipment and products
- Assisting in purchasing supplies and also taking inventory
Executive Chef
Sennoper Hotel
Khartoum, Sudan
10.2010 - 01.2011
- Managed a kitchen of 5 cooks and 4 cleaners
- Managed back house operations
- Established menu and assure quality control and minimize waste
RA International FCZO, JUBA SOUTH SUDAN
05.2008 - 06.2010
Mothers Lunch Box-NAIROBI KENYA
09.2006 - 08.2007
San Burners Café –NAIROBI KENYA
07.2003 - 04.2005
The Nairobi Women Hospital NAIROBI
03.2001 - 01.2002
Hotel ambassador NAIROBI-KENYA
08.1999 - 12.2000
BEVERAGE PRODUCTION
CERTIFICATE FOOD, TECHNIQUES-UTALII COLLEGE
09.1999 - 12.1999
Cook
Meridian Court Hotel, NAIROBI
01.1998 - 06.1999
DIPLOMA- HOTEL AND CATERING, DIMA COLLEGE
01.1996 - 01.1997
K.C.S.E CERTIFICATE TIMBILA
01.1992 - 01.1995
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Hotel And Catering
Utalii College
Nairobi,Kenya12.1999
High School Diploma -
Dima College
Nairobi,Kenya11.1997
High School Diploma -
Timbila High School
Taveta,Kenya11.1995
Skills
- Hospitality Management
- Portion Sizes
- Proper Food Handling
- Workflow Assessments
- Food Stock and Supply Management
- Food Intolerances
- Control Labor Costs
- Injury Prevention
- Cooking Technique Demonstrations
- Kitchen Preparation
- Sauce Preparation
- Proper Food Storage
- Preservation Methods
- Freezer Temperature Oversight
- Inventory Oversight
- Timely Food Delivery
- Food Allergy Understanding
- High-Volume Environments
Timeline
Sous Chef
Mantra Lighthouse hotel
01.2024 - Current
Sous Chef
Due South
04.2023 - 01.2024
Chef De Partie
Braye Beach Hotel
07.2022 - 03.2023
Chef De Partie
Merton Hotel
07.2021 - 11.2021
Head Chef
Garda World International
01.2021 - 06.2021
Head Chef
SKA International Group
03.2013 - 12.2018
Sous Chef
SKA International Group
10.2011 - 12.2012
Executive Chef
Sennoper Hotel
10.2010 - 01.2011
RA International FCZO, JUBA SOUTH SUDAN
05.2008 - 06.2010
Mothers Lunch Box-NAIROBI KENYA
09.2006 - 08.2007
San Burners Café –NAIROBI KENYA
07.2003 - 04.2005
The Nairobi Women Hospital NAIROBI
03.2001 - 01.2002
BEVERAGE PRODUCTION
CERTIFICATE FOOD, TECHNIQUES-UTALII COLLEGE
09.1999 - 12.1999
Hotel ambassador NAIROBI-KENYA
08.1999 - 12.2000
Cook
Meridian Court Hotel, NAIROBI
01.1998 - 06.1999
DIPLOMA- HOTEL AND CATERING, DIMA COLLEGE
01.1996 - 01.1997
K.C.S.E CERTIFICATE TIMBILA
01.1992 - 01.1995
Some College (No Degree) - Hotel And Catering
Utalii College
High School Diploma -
Dima College
High School Diploma -
Timbila High School
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