Sazisile Nkala
Johannesburg
Summary
Bringing strong teamwork and communication skills, paired with quick learning ability, to any kitchen setting. Experienced in assisting with food preparation, maintaining cleanliness, and ensuring timely service. Committed to delivering high-quality dishes while supporting senior chefs and adapting quickly to needs of busy kitchen.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Commis Chef
Fireroom Sushi and Grills
Johannesburg, South Africa
03.2019 - Current
- Worked efficiently under pressure during peak dining hours, maintaining composure and delivering consistent quality.
- Washed, peeled and chopped food before cooking preparation.
- Achieved 15% reduction in food costs by optimising ingredients usage and portion control
- Implemented mise en place system that improved efficiency and reduced kitchen areas by 25%
Commis ChefKoi
Koi Restaurant
johannesburg, South africa
02.2010 - 09.2018
- Played a key role in catering events, preparing large volumes of food to exacting standards within tight deadlines.
- Supported chefs in managing food preparation to achieve high-quality, precise plating and presentation standards.
- Prepped ingredients in advance to speed up cooking times during peak hours.
- Followed recipes to achieve food quality and consistency.
- Ensured chef workspaces had necessary supplies readily available to support uninterrupted kitchen workflow.
- Completed daily cleaning and restocking checklists to support kitchen operations.
- Used kitchen equipment according to manufacturer's instructions and company safety protocols.
Education
O'Level -
Mandlambuzi High School
Zimbabwe01-2006
Skills
- Food preparation
- Knife handling
- Food hygiene
- Kitchen efficiency
- Portion control
- Time management
- Equipment operation
- Quality assurance
- Team collaboration
- Cost reduction
- Inventory management
- Cleanliness standards
Languages
Ndebele
First Language
English
Proficient
C2
References
- Available upon request
Timeline
Commis Chef
Fireroom Sushi and Grills
03.2019 - Current
Commis ChefKoi
Koi Restaurant
02.2010 - 09.2018
O'Level -
Mandlambuzi High School