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Dick Kaliati

Dick Kaliati

Chef And Caregiver
Johannesburg

Summary

Skilled Chef with a proven track record at Morne, enhancing kitchen operations through expert menu planning and strategic food cost management. Excelled in training staff and implementing hygiene protocols, significantly reducing waste. Known for meticulous kitchen equipment maintenance and fostering community through local sourcing. Balances budgeting acumen with dynamic leadership, ensuring high-quality culinary creations.

Work History

Chef and Caregiver

Etien
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Managed successful kitchen remodel, selecting equipment that increased productivity and met evolving needs.

Chef, Driver, Housekeeping

Morne
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.

Chef

Berlin Oggi

Education

Certificate - Introduction To Caregiver, Stroke Dementia Patient

Briaan Care Helper
Johannesburg
10.2025

Diploma - Hotel Management

South African College of Commerce
Johannesburg
12.2009

Skills

Budgeting

Timeline

Chef and Caregiver

Etien

Chef, Driver, Housekeeping

Morne

Chef

Berlin Oggi

Certificate - Introduction To Caregiver, Stroke Dementia Patient

Briaan Care Helper

Diploma - Hotel Management

South African College of Commerce

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