Nivold Takawira
Chef
Johannesburg
Summary
Dynamic Chef Supervisor with a proven track record at Midrand FundaBistro, excelling in food presentation and menu development. Enhanced team performance through effective conflict resolution and training, achieving high customer satisfaction. Committed to sanitation standards, I optimized kitchen operations, ensuring quality and safety while reducing food waste.
Overview
3
3
Languages
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Supervisor
Midrand FundaBistro
04.2024 - 05.2026
- Resolved conflicts between team members amicably while taking steps to prevent future issues.
- Achieved high customer satisfaction by consistently creating and presenting high-quality dishes.
- Trained junior chefs on culinary techniques, improving overall skill levels within the team.
- Oversaw catering events from planning to execution, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business opportunities.
Chef
Northgate Mall Chicken Express
02.2021 - 04.2024
Chef
Randburg Multchoice
10.2016 - 10.2020
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Education
Hospitality - Hospitality
Randburg Mult Choice
Johannesburg Randburg 07.2016
Skills
Food presentation
Menu development
Scheduling staff
Sanitation standards
Cooking
Hiking
Reading
Timeline
Chef Supervisor
Midrand FundaBistro
04.2024 - 05.2026
Chef
Northgate Mall Chicken Express
02.2021 - 04.2024
Chef
Randburg Multchoice
10.2016 - 10.2020
Hospitality - Hospitality
Randburg Mult Choice