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Mthunzi VAMUMUSA Mkhize
Professional Chef
Durban
Summary
A culinary professional with deep commitment to high standards and delivering quality results. Leveraging years of experience in kitchen management to foster collaborative and efficient team environment. Known for adaptability and reliability, with strong emphasis on culinary creativity and leadership.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
10
10
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Head Chef and Owner
Good Things Cafe
11.2024 - Current
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Trained junior chefs in advanced culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
Executive Sous Chef
Neighborhood Cafe
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Oversaw the execution of daily prep tasks ensuring timely completion while maintaining ingredient freshness.
- Balanced labor costs by effectively scheduling kitchen staff according to business needs.
- Maintained high standards of food presentation by supervising plating techniques during service hours.
- Established strong relationships with local vendors, ensuring the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Senior sous chef
Fire and Vine restaurant
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Senior sous chef at Fire and Vine restaurant. Based in athlone circle mall in Pietermaritzburg.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to design seasonal menus that showcased diverse flavors and techniques.
Head chef
1904 American Bistro
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Head chef at 1904 American Bistro
- Maintained strict adherence to health department regulations by enforcing proper food handling practices throughout the kitchen area.
Education
Certificate - Food Preparation and Cooking
City & Guilds
01.2017 - 01.2019
Diploma - Food Preparation and Culinary Arts
City & Guilds
01.2017 - 01.2019
Diploma - Patisserie
City & Guilds
01.2017 - 01.2019
Advanced Diploma - Cookery Supervision
City & Guilds
01.2017 - 01.2019
Diploma - Patisserie
Fusion cooking school
01.2017 - 01.2019
Skills
- Effective team collaboration
- Proficient in managing multiple tasks
- Strategic leadership
- Strong focus on accuracy
- Versatile problem-solving
- Market knowledge
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Environmental hazard recognition
References
Jeremy, Altoo, 0716044602
Ruanda Rochat 0817716150
Samantha Vandersteen 0823705156
Interests
Timeline
Head Chef and Owner
Good Things Cafe
11.2024 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
Neighborhood Cafe
01.2022 - 11.2024
Senior sous chef
Fire and Vine restaurant
01.2020 - 01.2022
Head chef
1904 American Bistro
01.2019 - 01.2020
Certificate - Food Preparation and Cooking
City & Guilds
01.2017 - 01.2019
Diploma - Food Preparation and Culinary Arts
City & Guilds
01.2017 - 01.2019
Diploma - Patisserie
City & Guilds
01.2017 - 01.2019
Advanced Diploma - Cookery Supervision
City & Guilds
01.2017 - 01.2019
Diploma - Patisserie
Fusion cooking school
01.2017 - 01.2019
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