Hi, I’m
Django Oliveira
Chef / Griell
Pretoria,GP
Summary
Adept Chef and Kitchen Manager with a proven track record at Hotel Polana, enhancing kitchen operations and elevating food quality through innovative menu development and effective staff coordination. Mastered cost control and workflow optimization, significantly reducing food waste. Known for crafting memorable dishes that boost customer acquisition and satisfaction. High-performing Chef offering [Number] years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
11
years of professional experience
1
Certification
2
Languages
Work History
Hotel Polana
Chef / Kichen Maneger
04.2013 - 12.2020
Job overview
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- 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.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
The Taste Of Mozambik Portugues Restaurant
Chef/Grill Cook
10.2009 - 01.2011
Job overview
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- 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.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
Education
Samora MachelMafambisse Mozambigue
Associate of Arts from Culinary Arts
04.2001
University Overview
- [International Grade], [School Name], [Year] - [Number] GPA Conversion
- [PAT or SAT] [Number] Score
- [Number] Minimum Average
Skills
Meal Preparation
Menu development
Kitchen Management
Food quality
Staff Coordination
Cost Control
Equipment Maintenance
Workflow Optimization
Certification
Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkImportant To Me
Company CultureTimeline
Chef / Kichen Maneger
Hotel Polana
04.2013 - 12.2020
Chef/Grill Cook
The Taste Of Mozambik Portugues Restaurant
10.2009 - 01.2011
Samora Machel
Associate of Arts from Culinary Arts
04.2001