Ntokozo Kubheka
Chef
Vosloorus
Summary
Meat Griller covering 2 stations at peak service, supporting fast-paced kitchen service through careful protein preparation, steady timing, and close attention to hygiene and safety procedures. Brings reliable support to high-volume cooking routines by preparing 50 portions per shift and keeping work areas clean, organised, and ready for service. Helps maintain consistent quality through accurate portioning, sanitation, and disciplined handling of meat products.
Overview
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years of professional experience
Work History
Galley Steward
Pigalle by Villamoura
11.2024 - 09.2025
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of galley area, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Assisted in food preparation and service, supporting kitchen staff during peak hours.
- Operated dishwashing equipment efficiently, reducing turnaround time for clean utensils and cookware.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline inventory management processes, enhancing supply availability.
- Trained new staff on proper sanitation practices and equipment usage, fostering a compliant work environment.
Meat Griller
Pigalle by Villamoura
09.2025 - Current
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Operated grill station, ensuring precise cooking temperatures and times for optimal food quality.
- Operated grill stations efficiently, ensuring consistent quality and flavor of menu items.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to achieve perfect doneness for various meats and vegetables.
- Followed recipes and cooking techniques for consistent results.
- Enhanced grilling efficiency by maintaining clean and organized workstations.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to comply with health and safety regulations.
- Restocked and rotated food items according to expiry dates to minimize waste.
- Boosted teamwork by actively assisting colleagues in various kitchen tasks as needed.
Education
No Degree - Hospitality
09-2026
Skills
Sanitation procedures
Workplace safety
Food safety procedures
Cleaning and sanitising
FIFO rotation
Temperature control
Time management
Stock handling
Equipment operation
Delivery receiving
Portion control
Knife skills
Recipe preparation
flat top griller
meat griller
References
Trevor Sithole, Kitchen manager, Pigalle by Villamoura.
Achievements
Improved dishwashing turnaround time by 30%, reducing delays during peak hours., Maintained 100% hygiene compliance during internal kitchen inspections., Reduced storeroom clutter by 40% through improved organisation.
Timeline
Meat Griller - Pigalle by Villamoura
09.2025 - Current
Galley Steward - Pigalle by Villamoura
11.2024 - 09.2025
Majuba TVET College - No Degree, Hospitality