Coleen shabalala Coe
Cook /Assistant Cook
Johannesburg
Summary
As a dedicated and proactive culinary professional with extensive experience in kitchen operations, I bring a comprehensive skill set in staff training and workflow coordination. My focus on operational excellence and regulatory compliance ensures kitchens run smoothly and efficiently, resulting in high standards of food quality and safety.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Cook /Assistant Cook
Tashas
03.2018 - 06.2023
- Implemented staff training programs to improve service quality and efficiency
- Coordinated and supervised kitchen operations to ensure smooth workflow and efficient processes
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, achieving excellent inspection scores
- Prepared and presented high-quality salad and dip platters for catering events
- Collaborated with chefs to create innovative salad and dip recipes for upscale restaurant menu
- Introduced new presentation techniques for salad and dip platters, enhancing customer experience
Confectionery
Francis Koo
02.2000 - 02.2010
- Troubleshot equipment issues promptly to minimize downtime during busy production periods.
- Attended industry conferences to stay current on confectionery trends, incorporating innovative ideas into product offerings as appropriate.
- Mastered various confectionery techniques, creating visually appealing treats that attracted customers'' attention and boosted sales.
- Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations by strictly adhering to proper handling and storage procedures.
Education
Matric - National Senior Certificate
Oxford
Kempton Park Skills
Staff Training
Kitchen Coordination
Operational Supervision
Efficiency Improvement
Health and Safety
Compliance
Accomplishments
- Implemented staff training programs to improve service quality and efficiency, resulting in enhanced team performance.
- Coordinated and supervised kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and achieving operational efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, resulting in excellent inspection scores from local authorities.
- Prepared and presented high-quality salad and dip platters for catering events, receiving positive feedback from clients.
- Collaborated with chefs to create innovative salad and dip recipes, contributing to the upscale restaurant's menu.
- Developed unique salad and dip recipes that increased customer satisfaction and drove repeat business by 20%.
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 02/23/94
- Gender: Female
- Nationality: South African
Timeline
Cook /Assistant Cook
Tashas
03.2018 - 06.2023
Confectionery
Francis Koo
02.2000 - 02.2010
Matric - National Senior Certificate
Oxford