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NANCY MALEMELA

PRETORIA

Summary

Detail-oriented Cold & Hot Section Chef enforcing health and safety standards in food preparation. Establishes food presentation guidelines, ensuring dishes consistently meet visual and quality standards. Monitors cooking processes to achieve optimal flavour and execution. Dedicated culinary professional with expertise in food hygiene and safety awareness. Conducts regular inspections to guarantee compliance with quality standards. Implements clear cooking and presentation guidelines to enhance dining experiences. Creative Chef with talent for crafting diverse, mouth-watering dishes and innovative menus that captivate diners. Adept at managing kitchen operations, leading teams, and maintaining high standards of hygiene and safety. Committed to delivering exceptional culinary experiences, leveraging deep understanding of flavour profiles and seasonal ingredients. Eager to bring fresh ideas and culinary expertise to inspire and elevate dining experiences.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Cold & Hot section Chef

Rosewood Trails
Pretoria, South Africa
05.2024 - 06.2026
  • Enforced health and safety standards for food storage, preparation and handling.
  • Established food presentation guidelines, ensuring dishes were visually appealing.
  • Monitored cooking processes, adjusting temperatures and seasoning for perfect dish execution.
  • Completed regular inspections of work and food quality to verify conformance with specifications.
  • Established clear standards for cooking, garnishing and presenting food.

Cshier

Debonairs
Montana Crossing, South Africa
02.2017 - 03.2024
  • Handled cash, credit card, and voucher payments, maintaining accurate financial records.
  • Trained new staff on cashiering procedures and customer service excellence.
  • Assessed customer needs through clear communication, anticipating and responding appropriately to queries.
  • Maintained clean, tidy and organised checkout areas.
  • Worked overtime shifts to maintain optimal workflow during busy periods or times of unexpected high volume.

Education

Certificate of Higher Education - level 4

Gaurobe Adult Centre
Pretoria, GP
01-2014

Skills

  • Food hygiene
  • Meal preparation
  • Food safety awareness
  • Cooking techniques
  • Quality control

Timeline

Cold & Hot section Chef

Rosewood Trails
05.2024 - 06.2026

Cshier

Debonairs
02.2017 - 03.2024

Certificate of Higher Education - level 4

Gaurobe Adult Centre
NANCY MALEMELA