Summary
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Work History
Education
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Certification
Interests
Software
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Nomzamo Portiah Gumede

Nomzamo Portiah Gumede

Chef
Estcourt,KwaZulu Natal

Summary

Adept Chef De Partie with a proven track record at Zamagema Hlongwa, enhancing dish quality and kitchen efficiency. Excelled in food preparation safety and special requests management, creatively reducing food waste costs. Demonstrates strong knife skills and a commitment to performance improvement, thriving in fast-paced environments. Seasoned Sous Chef specializing in cuisine. Successful [Number] year record in high-volume kitchens. Career achievements working with head chefs and kitchen staff to meet high standards for taste, presentation and service. cuisine. Successful year record in high-volume kitchens. Career achievements working with head chefs and kitchen staff to meet high standards for taste, presentation and service. Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive. Recent graduate with foundational knowledge and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive. Recent graduate with foundational knowledge and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification

Work History

Junior Chef De Partie

Apex Boutique Hotel
Estcourt
08.2024 - Current

. Creating menu

  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and maintaining a clean work environment.
  • Developed strong knife skills through consistent practice, increasing precision and reducing food preparation time.
  • Assisted with weekly deep cleaning tasks to maintain an exceptionally clean workspace.
  • Optimized ingredient usage by creatively repurposing leftovers into new menu items, reducing food waste costs.
  • Consistently maintained a positive attitude while working long hours in a fast-paced environment.

Chef De Partie

Zamagema Hlongwa
Estcourt
12.2023 - Current
  • Ensured consistent dish quality by closely adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.

Education

Diploma - Catering Management

Durban University of Technology
Durban
02.2016 - 12.2019

Diploma - Safety Management

University of South Africa
Pretoria
02.2024 - Current

Certificate - Security And Loss Prevention Services

Bankam Security Company
Kimberley
01.2023 - Current

Skills

Special requests

Additional Information

I am punctual

Languages

English
Beginner (A1)
IsiZulu, Setswana
Beginner (A1)

Accomplishments

  • Reduced costs Number% by sourcing local ingredients and negotiating favorable contracts.
  • Managed Number kitchen staff in restaurant with Number-seat capacity.
  • Created complete type restaurant menu alongside executive chef.
  • Increased productivity by revamping workflow and restructuring line.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and to complete satisfaction.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
  • Achieved Result by completing Task with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with team of Number in the development of Project name.
  • Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results.

Affiliations

  • Community involvement
  • Volunteering
  • Certifications

Certification

Haccp

Interests

Baking, Writing, Reading

Software

Access

Timeline

Junior Chef De Partie

Apex Boutique Hotel
08.2024 - Current

Diploma - Safety Management

University of South Africa
02.2024 - Current

Chef De Partie

Zamagema Hlongwa
12.2023 - Current

Certificate - Security And Loss Prevention Services

Bankam Security Company
01.2023 - Current

Haccp

03-2018

Diploma - Catering Management

Durban University of Technology
02.2016 - 12.2019
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