Prinolan Muthu
Johannesburg
Summary
Dynamic Chef Manager with extensive experience at Tsebo, recognized for transforming culinary operations and leading high-performing teams. Successfully implemented innovative menu strategies while maintaining keen awareness of food trends, resulting in substantial cost savings. Proficient in HACCP compliance and nutritional analysis, ensuring exceptional food safety and quality standards. Passionate about driving culinary excellence and enhancing dining experiences.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef Manager
Tsebo
Johannesburg
10.2018 - Current
- My duties as a chef manager include, but are not limited to: inventory and purchasing, food safety and sanitation, managing kitchen staff, supervising, monitoring, and directing, controlling budgets, and minimizing cost and wastage, creating menus, and coordinating functions.
- Conducted weekly inventory checks to identify any discrepancies in quantities of items ordered or received.
- Planned special meals for VIP guests or those with dietary restrictions such as allergies or religious beliefs.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
- Tracked waste management procedures to minimize losses due to spoilage or other factors.
- Monitored costs associated with food production and labor expenses to maintain budgetary goals.
- Implemented innovative strategies designed to increase efficiency within the kitchen environment.
- Educated culinary staff on all current safety and food regulations to keep kitchen compliant.
- Ensured food safety by monitoring temperature control points, date marking, and rotating stock.
- Supervised all kitchen operations, including ordering supplies and equipment maintenance.
Chef Intern
Durban International Conference Centre
Durban
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Cleaned prep areas, utensils, pots, pans and other kitchen equipment after use.
- Communicated effectively with team members to ensure efficient service operations.
- Followed all health department regulations for proper food handling procedures.
- Provided input on new menu ideas based on customer feedback.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Contributed ideas for improving operational efficiency within the kitchen.
Education
SPD 2 Management Program - Culinary Management
Tsebo Academy
Sandton12-2024
Diploma - Food And Nutrition
Capsicum Culinary Institute
Durban, South Africa12.2016
High School Diploma -
Greenbury Secondary School
Durban, South Africa12-2016
Skills
- Culinary Operations Management
- Food trend awareness
- Recruiting and hiring
- Team management
- Event planning
- Menu development
- HACCP planning
- Audit Management and Reporting
- Product Development and Testing
- Packaging Development and Approval
- Nutritional Analysis
Personal Information
Title: Chef | Health & Safety Officer
Accomplishments
- Placed 3rd in Chef of Steel South Africa
Certification
- National Certificate: Food and Beverage Services (17.01.2022)
- Introduction to the health and safety team (09.09.2024)
- Emcare Training Academy: Health and safety Representative (29.01.2024)
- Performance Management (20.12.2023)
Websites
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chef Manager
Tsebo
10.2018 - Current
Chef Intern
Durban International Conference Centre
11.2016 - 11.2017
SPD 2 Management Program - Culinary Management
Tsebo Academy
Diploma - Food And Nutrition
Capsicum Culinary Institute
High School Diploma -
Greenbury Secondary School
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