Master Moyo
Pizza Chef
Pretoria
Summary
First-class Pizza Maker with experience preparing dough by hand, operating cooking equipment and plating fresh pizza and other specialties. Enthusiastic team player with outstanding dexterity to create exceptional handmade items. Successful at remaining upbeat and meeting quick turnarounds while working in tight, hot kitchen areas.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Pizza Chef
Alfie's Pizzeria & Deli
02.2019 - 03.2024
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Created specialty pizzas to diversify menu and promote restaurant.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow efficiency and overall kitchen performance.
- Assisted in inventory management, accurately tracking ingredient usage and placing timely orders for replenishment.
- Operated pizza oven and other kitchen equipment safely to protect team members from harm and equipment from damage.
- Topped pizzas with right ingredients based on orders utilizing recipe-directed amounts and distribution methods.
- Monitored pizzas throughout cooking process to deliver correct doneness and prevent burning or undercooking.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by crafting high-quality pizzas and maintaining consistency in taste and presentation.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen and dining area for accurate order fulfillment and timely service delivery.
- Fostered positive working environment through effective communication and time management.
- Maintained pizza-making and kitchen equipment to keep items in good working condition and kitchen operating smoothly.
- Prepared dough from scratch using old world recipe and added toppings, cheese, and sauce for unique pizzas.
- Ensured optimal oven temperatures for consistent cooking results, adjusting as needed based on varying factors such as ingredient density or crust type.
- Tracked inventory of ingredients and supplies to keep kitchen well stocked and meet product and service demands.
- Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths.
- Managed high-pressure situations during peak hours, maintaining focus on efficient service and consistent product quality.
- Adhered to restaurant policies regarding portion control and ingredient usage, reducing unnecessary costs and waste.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Communicated with management on food inventory stock to request order placement.
Education
High School Diploma -
St James High School
Zimbabwe 04.2001 -
Skills
Oven Operation
Professionalism
Supply Restocking
Spoilage prevention
Temperature Control
Safe Equipment Operation
Food Safety
Supply Ordering
Food inspection
Kitchen equipment usage
Multitasking Abilities
Pizza making
Timeline
Pizza Chef
Alfie's Pizzeria & Deli
02.2019 - 03.2024
High School Diploma -
St James High School
04.2001 -