Sekai Mutambwi
Cape Town
Summary
Passionate and dedicated, Assistant Chef with 7 months of experience in food preparation and kitchen management. Expertise in handling and storing food to prevent illness and cross-contamination. Prioritizes the safety and well-being of customers. Proven track record of reducing food costs by 10% and increasing efficiency by 15%.
Offering strong foundation in culinary techniques and passion for cooking, ready to learn and develop in professional kitchen. Brings solid understanding of basic food preparation and safety, along with ability to follow recipes and instructions precisely. Ready to use and develop skills in cooking and food presentation in Assistant Chef role.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Chef
Ala Turkish
01.2025 - Current
- Assist in the preparation of traditional Turkish dishes.
- Chop, slice, and prepare ingredients such as vegetables, meats, and spices according to recipes.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen, ensuring hygiene and food safety standards are met.
- Support the head chef and senior kitchen staff in cooking and plating dishes.
- Monitor food stock levels and inform the chef of any shortages.
- Help prepare sauces, marinades, and dough for Turkish specialties.
- Operate basic kitchen equipment like grills, ovens, and fryers under supervision.
- Ensure proper storage of ingredients, following correct temperature and preservation methods.
- Assist in portioning and garnishing dishes to maintain consistency in presentation.
- Follow health and safety regulations, including proper handling of raw meat and allergen awareness.
- Learn and develop knowledge of traditional Turkish cooking techniques and flavors.
- Assist with dishwashing and general kitchen cleanup as needed.
- Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, especially during peak hours.
- Take direction from senior chefs and be open to learning new skills.
ASSISTANT CHEF
VILLA 47 - Italian Restaurant
05.2024 - 11.2024
- Worked as an assistant chef in a small Italian restaurant, prepping and cooking traditional Italian food alongside a team of chefs
- Prepared and stored fresh, frozen ingredients ahead of the shift to maximize efficiency
- Measured ingredients portions for Chef de Partie to minimize food waste and promote profit per dish
- Followed highly specific recipes and special techniques to make pasta, sauce, salad and desserts
- Cooked certain elements of main menu dishes as pasta, risotto, prawns and calamari fish to final stage
- Adhered to strict food hygiene regulations, regularly sanitizing and correctly date labeling food
Education
Certificate - Assistant Chef
Africa Ithemba College
Cape Town01.2024
Certificate - B.E IT Skills
Nobantu Women Organization
Cape Town01.2023
Certificate - Basic Health Education
Health Promoters South Africa Trust
Cape Town01.2022
Certificate -
Chivhu High School
01.2002
Skills
- Ingredients Preparation
- Food safety
- Attention to details
- Kitchen sanitation
- Food preparation
- Cooking techniques
- Safe food handling
- Sanitation practices
- Kitchen safety
- Chef support
- Food handling
- Recipe execution
- Dish preparation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Verbal and written communication
- Prioritization and organization
- Sauce making
- Cost control
- Portion control
- Customer service
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Xhosa
Upper intermediate
B2
Shona
Proficient
C2
Additional Information
REFERENCES
Ashley Webber - Principal at Hospitality school Cape Town
Info@hospitalityschoolct.co.za
(+27) 021 023 1090 / 021 023 1845
Chef Punki - Villa 47 Restaurant
Head Chef
(+27) 074 747 5650
Mrs Kilimani - Villa 47 Restaurant
Manager
(+27) 0789668730
Timeline
Assistant Chef
Ala Turkish
01.2025 - Current
ASSISTANT CHEF
VILLA 47 - Italian Restaurant
05.2024 - 11.2024
Certificate - Assistant Chef
Africa Ithemba College
Certificate - B.E IT Skills
Nobantu Women Organization
Certificate - Basic Health Education
Health Promoters South Africa Trust
Certificate -
Chivhu High School
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