Malesela Amos Matlala
Chef
Johannesburg
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Sous Chef
Camp Discovery
Limpopo
09.2021 - Current
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
Head Chef
A M Milner Guesthouse
Pretoria
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Senior Chef De Partie
The Lakes Hotel
Benoni
07.2013 - 12.2018
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Education
Certificate In Hospitality Management L4 - Hospitality Administration And Management
Ekhuruleni East College (Springs Campus)
Springs District 01.2009 - 12.2011
Diploma - Hospitality Administration And Management
EEC(Springs Campus)
Springs District 01.2012 - Current
Skills
Stocking and replenishing
undefinedAccomplishments
I entered the potato budding chef's competition in June 2010 at the Culinary center of cooking at University of Johannesburg and won the 2nd place.
In 2011 I entered the Nestle mystery basket where we challenged different Hotel schools at the Michaelangelo Hotel.
In 2012 I got to teach and demonstrate about Tastic Rice under Tiger brand every weekend, mostly at weddings.The aim of this innovation was to teach wedding guests about the nutritional values we get from both Brown and White rice by cooking dishes that'll allow guests to have a taste.
Timeline
Sous Chef
Camp Discovery
09.2021 - Current
Head Chef
A M Milner Guesthouse
02.2019 - 03.2021
Senior Chef De Partie
The Lakes Hotel
07.2013 - 12.2018
Diploma - Hospitality Administration And Management
EEC(Springs Campus)
01.2012 - Current
Certificate In Hospitality Management L4 - Hospitality Administration And Management
Ekhuruleni East College (Springs Campus)
01.2009 - 12.2011
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