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Booi Khumalo
Catering assistant
Midrand,GP
Work Preference
Timeline
Catering assistant
Kentucky fried chicken(Gunret foods)
08.2024 - Current
Matric -
Tsosoloso Ya Afrika Secondary School
01.2004 - 01.2009
Work History
Catering assistant
Kentucky fried chicken(Gunret foods)
08.2024 - Current
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
- Inspected catering equipment and utensils regularly to manage wear and tear.
- Oversaw catering orders to verify accuracy and completeness.
- Supervised and trained junior catering staff to carry out correct tasks and apply best practices.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Maintained high personal grooming standards and uniform presentation.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down kitchen stations.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Monitored food temperature, discarding items not stored correctly.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
Education
Matric -
Tsosoloso Ya Afrika Secondary School
Midrand 01.2004 - 01.2009
Skills
- Venue decor
- Food storage safety
- Kitchen station organization
- Chef assistance
- Food preparation techniques
- Ingredient management
- Station stocking
- Food storage protocol
- Kitchen equipment expertise
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Equipment detailing
- Meal delivery
- Sanitation enforcement
- Ingredient preparation
- Reliability and punctuality
- Food safety
- Safe food handling
- Food restocking
- Team management
- Order expediting
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Cooking
- Food presentation
- Quality assurance
- Sanitation and safety