Dean Erasmus
Cape Town ,WESTERN CAPE
Summary
Experienced Chef De Partie with a strong background at The Test Kitchen, specializing in dish preparation and presentation. Developed innovative dishes that attracted new customers while implementing cost-saving strategies. Proven ability to recruit and train kitchen staff, enhancing overall team performance.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
5
5
Certification
2
2
DIPLOMAS'
Work History
Sous Chef
Salon
Cape town Woodstock, South Africa
04.2023 - 01.2025
- Applied culinary techniques to craft visually appealing dishes that enhance the dining experience.
- Demonstrated discipline by adhering to high-quality standards in food preparation and presentation.
- Coordinated scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to ensure the kitchen remained fully stocked and operational.
Junior Sous Chef
TTK Carbon
johannesburg, Gauteng
02.2022 - 09.2022
- Ensured high food quality standards by verifying product quality and quantity upon delivery.
- Cultivated relationships with suppliers to secure premium ingredients for menu offerings.
- Adapted recipes to meet dietary restrictions and allergies, ensuring inclusivity for all guests.
Pastry Chef
The Test Kitchen
04.2015 - 03.2021
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Managed in-store, pick-up orders and catering needs.
Pastry Chef
Potluck Club
11.2020 - 02.2021
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
Education
Certificate Of Completion - Business Skills Training
The New Venture Creation
Cape Town, Western Cape 10.2018
Level 2 Diploma - Culinary Arts
Silwood Kitchen
Cape Town 08.2019
Certificate - Food Science
National Youth Chef’s Training Programme
Cape Town, South Africa08.2018
Intermediate Certificate - Hospitality
Cape Wine Academy
Cape Town 06.2018
Diploma - Tourism And Hospitality
Natinal Youth Chef’s Training Program
Cape Town 02.2019
Skills
- Food safety practices
- Food hygiene
- Food preparation
- Dish preparation
- Bread baking
- Food presentation
- Garnishes
- Menu development
- Nutritional analysis
Languages
English
Afrikaans
Languages
5,5
References
The Test Kitchen
Luke Dale Roberts: Owner
Email : Luke@lukedaleroberts.com
0822295667
Certification
- Level 2 Diploma in Culinary arts
SILLWOOD KITCHEN ,Cape Town
Timeline
Sous Chef
Salon
04.2023 - 01.2025
Junior Sous Chef
TTK Carbon
02.2022 - 09.2022
Pastry Chef
Potluck Club
11.2020 - 02.2021
Pastry Chef
The Test Kitchen
04.2015 - 03.2021
Certificate Of Completion - Business Skills Training
The New Venture Creation
Level 2 Diploma - Culinary Arts
Silwood Kitchen
Certificate - Food Science
National Youth Chef’s Training Programme
Intermediate Certificate - Hospitality
Cape Wine Academy
Diploma - Tourism And Hospitality
Natinal Youth Chef’s Training Program