Cwenga Moletsane
Johannesburg
Summary
I am a hardworking Commis Chef with strong background in preparing and presenting high-quality dishes. Demonstrates excellent knife skills, ensuring precise and safe food preparation. Adapted at working collaboratively within kitchen teams, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organisation. Brings creativity to menu planning and commitment to delivering exceptional culinary experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
commis chef
COMIC CAFE
Johannesburg, South Africa
09.2025 - Current
- Assisted with diverse food preparation tasks, chopping vegetables and garnishes to support high-volume shifts.
- Washed, peeled and chopped food before cooking preparation.
- Maintained a high standard of kitchen hygiene, regularly cleaning work areas and equipment to meet health and safety regulations.
- Regularly conducted deep cleans of kitchen and storage areas to maintain hygiene.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerator temperatures and food storage arrangements to prevent spoilage.
- Worked efficiently under pressure during peak dining hours, maintaining composure and delivering consistent quality.
- Established clear standards for cooking, garnishing and presenting food.
commis chef
THE PIVOT HOTEL
Johannesburg, South Africa
12.2023 - 02.2025
- Prepared a variety of dishes under the supervision of the head chef, adhering to restaurant recipes and presentation standards.
- Contributed to menu creation with head chefs, applying creativity and strategic planning.
- Streamlined cooking processes with kitchen staff, enhancing food preparation efficiency while maintaining quality.
- Adapted food preparation methods to meet vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free dietary requests.
- Enforced health and safety standards for food storage, preparation and handling.
- Regularly conducted deep cleans of kitchen and storage areas to maintain hygiene.
- Executed opening mise-en-place tasks to prepare kitchen for service, maintaining professionalism of restaurant.
- Managed receipt of ingredient deliveries to ensure stock availability and effective stock rotation.
culinary intern
THE SAXON BOUTIQUE HOTEL
Sandton, South Africa
02.2023 - 04.2023
- Achieved service time and quality targets.
- Maintained clean, safe working environments to eliminate accident risks.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target results.
culinary intern
THE PIVOT HOTEL
Johannesburg, South Africa
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Demonstrated dedication and hard work to support operational improvements and achieve team objectives.
- Assisted colleagues with diverse tasks, fostering a supportive environment and contributing to overall team success.
- Built and maintained strong working relationships to enhance team collaboration.
Culinary Intern
gemelli's restaurant
Johannesburg, South Africa
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Engaged with customers to identify needs and enhance service delivery.
- Resolved customer queries through effective communication and clear, step-by-step guidance.
- Addressed customer concerns and escalated significant issues to a supervisor for resolution.
- Identified issues, analysed information and provided solutions to problems.
Education
Higher National Diploma - HOSPITALITY
HTA SCHOOL OF CULINARY ART
Johannesburg, GP01-2024
National senior certificate -
VOSLOORUS COMPREHENSIVE SECONDARY SCHOOL
Johannesburg, GP01-2021
Skills
- HACCP guidelines familiarity
- Kitchen hygiene
- Allergen awareness
- Ingredient sourcing
- Menu planning
- Waste control
- Portion and cost control
- Team coordination
- Efficient multitasking
- Pressure handling
- Clear communication
- Strong work ethic
Timeline
commis chef
COMIC CAFE
09.2025 - Current
commis chef
THE PIVOT HOTEL
12.2023 - 02.2025
culinary intern
THE SAXON BOUTIQUE HOTEL
02.2023 - 04.2023
culinary intern
THE PIVOT HOTEL
09.2022 - 12.2022
Culinary Intern
gemelli's restaurant
05.2022 - 07.2022
Higher National Diploma - HOSPITALITY
HTA SCHOOL OF CULINARY ART
National senior certificate -
VOSLOORUS COMPREHENSIVE SECONDARY SCHOOL