Nokwanda Sithole
Commis Chef
Durban,KZN
Summary
Determined Commis Chef promoting great stamina, passion and versatility. Flexible individual skilled working as part of busy team and interested in helping with different tasks. Over Number years of experience in busy, high-end restaurant environments.
Entry-level Commis Chef with studied background in Type cuisine. Excellent skills with Type and Type kitchen station work. Fast-learner with eye for detail in plating and presentation.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Commis Chef
Nandos Peri Peri
Pietermaritzburg , South Africa
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Cleaned kitchen counters, refrigerators and freezers.
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Learned specific cutting techniques for chopping vegetables and fresh spices.
- Rotated food regularly, removing outdated items for proper disposal.
Steers
Commis Chef The Conservatory Bar&Restaurant
Durban, South Africa
08.2021 - 02.2022
- Assisted other chefs with ingredients preparation in support of recipes designed by head chef.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
- Learned specific cutting techniques for chopping vegetables and fresh spices.
- Seasoned and marinated cuts of meat, poultry and fish.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Education
Commis Chef - Culinary And Pastry
CTIA Durban Campus
Morning Side, Durban,KWazulu Natal 08.2022 - Current
Skills
Measuring and portioning
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Section 1: Personal Information
Name: Nokwanda
Surname : Sithole
Address : Unit 16, Stafford Close, Marine Drive, Kvpng0 Port Shepstone, 4270
Email address : nokwanda367@gmail.com
Contact numbers : 0712461106
ID number: 8706170798080
Number of dependents : 2
& Language proficiency : isizulu, English, Afrikaans
Vehicle licenses : code 08Section 2: Education
Qualifications : I am an aspiring Commis chef
Courses attended: Culinary and pastry course
School/institution names, years attended, subjects covered: CTIA Durban campus, 2022-
2024, foundation, culinary and pastry.
Any related memberships or associations you belong to : I belong to the KN womandla
Chef association (KWCA)
Any related awards, prizes or medals : I won the 100% attendance and punctual awards
Section 3: Work Experience
Names of companies: steers, John dories, mc Donald
Periods worked (months and years) : part time vacancies, 6 months at each restaurant
Positions held : commit chef trainee
Duties and responsibilities: assisting during meal preparation
Salary/benefits : I earned R3000 / month
Reasons for leaving : contracts ended
Timeline
Commis Chef - Culinary And Pastry
CTIA Durban Campus
08.2022 - Current
Commis Chef
Nandos Peri Peri
03.2022 - 08.2022
Steers
Commis Chef The Conservatory Bar&Restaurant
08.2021 - 02.2022
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