Bongiswa Fihlani
Cape Town
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Housekeeper
Cape Town, WESTERN CAPE
06.2026 - Current
- Managed daily cleaning, dusting, and vacuuming of rooms to maintain hygiene.
- Removed trash and emptied bins.
- Kept sink rooms in clean, neat and condition.
- clean bathroom disinfection and sanitisation , toilet bleaching and floor mopping.
- Moved furniture and cleane rooms before vacuuming.
- Cleaned house outside with polishing of windows and cleaning doors.
- Conducted regular, deep cleaning of ovens, grills, hobs, microwaves.
- Washed, ironed, and arranged clothing and linens.
- Assisted in meal preparation and serving.
- Assisted with babysitting duties when required, changing nappies, feeding and baby monitoring.
old adult care worker
Cofimvaba, Eastern Cape
04.2025 - 05.2026
- Assisted patients with showering, cleaning and toileting duties as requested.
- Conducted household tasks, including cleaning and laundry, to maintain a safe environment.
- Helped patients requiring assistance to consume drinks and food.
- Supported people with social and physical health with a proactive and helpful approach.
- Assisted clients with medication management, following prescriptions and doctors' instructions.
- Prepared nutritious meals tailored to individual dietary requirements and preferences.
- Communicated with family members, carers and multidisciplinary professionals to elevate level of care.
- Cooked nutritious meals, adhering to patient dietary requirements.
Bartender
Khaya Lounge
Cofimvaba, Eastern Cape
02.2025 - 05.2026
- Kept bar stocked and organised for easy access and quick service to customers.
- Served customers friendly taking orders and delivering beverages.
- Cleaned bar of discarded items and wiped up spills without delay to maintain professional appearance.
- Took customer orders and prepared drinks following best practices for each type.
- Washed and put away glassware after customer use, maintaining ready stock for customer service.
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene in bar area, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Greeted new customers, answered initial questions and took drink orders.
- Assisted with stock counting an ordering.
- Processed cash, credit card and voucher payments to fast track process.
- Polished glass and cutlery before storing.
- Hand-washed dishes and glassware.
- Opened and closed bar tabs, transferring charges to restaurant as necessary.
Child Daycare Worker
Makukhanye Day care
Queens Town, Eastern Cape
02.2022 - 12.2024
- Guided children's social development through balanced approach involving learning and free play.
- Created fun resources for children to aid learning and development.
- Prepared healthy, nutritious meals for children and supported with feeding.
- Promoted good hygiene with instruction on proper techniques, consistent monitoring and personal assistance.
- Fostered a culture of respect and understanding, teaching children about diversity and inclusion.
- Coordinated outdoor play and educational field trips to stimulate children's interest in nature and exploration.
- Conducted daily health checks of children for any signs of illness or distress.
- Entertained children with games, stories and age-appropriate films.
- Cleaned and sanitised play areas and equipment for excellent health and hygiene standards.
- Identified and responded to child health needs quickly.
- Dressed children appropriately for various weather conditions, providing comfort and safety at all times.
Cooker
Fast Food Garage
Cofimvaba, Eastern Cape
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Wiped down surfaces, cleaned cookware and sanitised utensils to meet health and safety standards.
- Participated in food and beverage expositions, representing the restaurant and staying updated on industry trends.
- Maintained clean, safe environment by adhering to sanitation and safety requirements.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness in the kitchen, following food safety regulations.
- Maintained a clean and organised workspace, adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Checked food and ingredients for freshness and weighed, mixed and prepped materials before cooking meals.
- Worked with kitchen staff during busy periods to maintain service delivery quality and wow guests with amazing meals.
- Organised ingredients at start of shift to prepare for expected needs during busy periods.
- Safely operated bakery ovens, fryers and mixers.
- Sliced meats into specific cuts using excellent knife skills.
Education
NVQ Level 2 - Security Officer
Black Star Securities
Queenstown, EC01-2018
NVQ Level 2 - Cashier Course
Silulo Ulutho Technologies
Queenstown, EC01-2018
Grade 9
Xonya JSS
Eastern Cape01-2007
Timeline
Housekeeper
06.2026 - Current
old adult care worker
04.2025 - 05.2026
Bartender
Khaya Lounge
02.2025 - 05.2026
Child Daycare Worker
Makukhanye Day care
02.2022 - 12.2024
Cooker
Fast Food Garage
06.2019 - 12.2021
NVQ Level 2 - Security Officer
Black Star Securities
NVQ Level 2 - Cashier Course
Silulo Ulutho Technologies
Grade 9
Xonya JSS