Pride Khanyile
Vosloorus
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable culinary professional with expertise in food preparation, kitchen management, and recipe development. Demonstrates strong computer literacy to enhance menu planning and operational efficiency. Committed to leveraging skills in a challenging kitchen environment to drive innovation and excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Wheels of Change
Vosloorus
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Instituted a rotation system to minimise food waste.
- Developed seasonal menus to offer variety and freshness in dishes served.
- Ensured high-quality dishes with meticulous attention to detail.
- Cleaned and serviced kitchen appliances, maintaining good working order of grills, stoves and ovens.
Administrative Officer
National Development Agency-SASSA
Vosloorus
04.2023 - 10.2023
- Answered phone calls and emails for management team during busy periods.
- Updated social grant applications
- Created and distributed invoices to customers.
- Enhanced office efficiency by managing and organising the day-to-day administrative duties.
- Monitored office inventory supplies, re-ordering for service provisions.
- Prepared regular reports on expenses and office budgets.
- Managed queries in person, by phone and via email with exceptional customer care.
- Filed physical and digital documents, prioritising accessibility and data accuracy.
- Improved file management system through systematic categorisation and labelling practices.
Receptionist
Sali Funerals
Germiston
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Delivered front of house duties with warm and professional manner.
- Assisted customers with funeral plans
- Handled invoicing and receipts
- Banked daily income from cash payments
- Maintained funeral service schedules weekly
- Kept reception area clean and organised to uphold professional office reputation.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Small Business Management
Learnership-South African Disability Development
Vosloorus, Gauteng 08.2024 -
Certificate of Higher Education - Computer Training
MSC Computer College For Business Education
Germiston, Gauteng 01.2001 - 06.2001
Grade 11 -
Pheneaus Themba Xulu Secondary School
Vosloorus, Gauteng 01.2000 - 12.2000
Skills
- Food preparation
- Adaptability in kitchen
- Computer literacy
- Recipe and menu development
- Kitchen management
REFERENCES
- Thamsanqa Mankenkeza - 083 965 5772 (Wheels of Change/SASSA)
- Phindile Sali - 069 980 4414 (Sali Funerals)
- David Khanyile - 082 662 3537 ( Personal Character Reference)
Timeline
Certificate of Higher Education - Small Business Management
Learnership-South African Disability Development
08.2024 -
Head Chef
Wheels of Change
11.2023 - 06.2024
Administrative Officer
National Development Agency-SASSA
04.2023 - 10.2023
Receptionist
Sali Funerals
01.2004 - 12.2004
Certificate of Higher Education - Computer Training
MSC Computer College For Business Education
01.2001 - 06.2001
Grade 11 -
Pheneaus Themba Xulu Secondary School
01.2000 - 12.2000
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