Dynamic kitchen professional with proven leadership skills, honed at Astron Energies, where I enhanced food preparation efficiency. Proficient in food safety and kitchen organization, I excel in creating a clean and productive environment while collaborating effectively with team members to meet production demands.
* Assisted with food preparation, cooking and plating.
* Maintained a clean and organised kitchen environment.
* Prepared ingredients, chopping vegetables and teaming up with other kitchen staff to ensure efficient service.
* Cash handling and point of sale operation.
* Prepared and baked a variety of breads, pastries and desserts.
* Collaborated with other bakers to meet production demands.
* Maintained a clean and organised workspace.
* Assited with mixing, kneading and shaping dough.
* Preparing food for community outreach feeding projects.
* Volunteering staff to open your heart foundation.
* Coordinating feeding and serving meals to less fortunate families.
* Preparing and cooking everyday meals.
* Dishing up and serving food from breakfast, lunch and dinner.
* Setting up tables, cleaning cutlery and crockery.
* Supervising hostel residents at night, mornings and during meal times.
* Practicing good personal hygiene and cleanliness to hostel residents.
* Assisted customers with product inquiries and purchases.
* Maintained store display and ensure merchandise was well presented.
* Restored shelves and maintained store inventory.
*Participated in sales promotions and events.
- Time management and efficient
- Leadership Skills
- Basic knife skills and food safety knowledge
- Kitchen organisation and interpersonal skills
- Basic knowledge of cleaning products and equipment
* Team leader award by the Pieter Kruger Foundation in the duration of the course.
1) Mrs Bulelwa Peter (Clicks Group). 0458382423 / 0792582070
2) Mr Siseko Lapi (Redeemed Institute & Hostel Facilities). 0733618588
3) Mr Ntlahla Wapi (The Cove, Nahoon East London). 0711083439
4) Mr Thuto Davis (Fresh Stop NU 15 Mdantsane, East London). 0765847558
5) Ms Charmaine Kruger (Open Your Heart Foundation). 0647469011