Mathuli Shabangu
Johannesburg
Summary
High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Food Handler
Eastgate Primary School
Johannesburg
04.2019 - 03.2023
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Set up kitchen every morning by turning on equipment, cutting ingredients and stocking workstations.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
Health Advisor
Mcnabs Wealth Pty Ltd
Johannesburg
02.2010 - 02.2016
- Assisted individuals, families and small businesses with acquiring health, vision, life and dental insurance.
- Helped members navigate enrollment process and choose appropriate options.
- Resolved problems related to benefits, eligibility and claims.
- Handled more than Number daily inbound calls from health plan customers.
- Monitored health trends and data to identify health concerns and develop related health education initiatives.
- Continually improved knowledge, skills, and performance based on feedback and self-identified professional developmental needs.
- Implemented health promotion campaigns to raise awareness of health-related issues.
Chef
The Chosen Healthy Meals Pty Ltd
Johannesburg
04.2023 - Current
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Education
Matric - Grd12
Khanyiseluzulu High School
Paulpietersburg 01.1994 - 12.1996
Skills
Sanitation guidelines
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Forecasting and planning
Recipes and menu planning
Certification
MathuliShabangu
Timeline
Chef
The Chosen Healthy Meals Pty Ltd
04.2023 - Current
Excellent service
12-2022
MathuliShabangu
11-2022
Food Handler
Eastgate Primary School
04.2019 - 03.2023
Health Advisor
Mcnabs Wealth Pty Ltd
02.2010 - 02.2016
Matric - Grd12
Khanyiseluzulu High School
01.1994 - 12.1996