Shana Mouton

I consider myself hard working, extremely self-motivated, honest, loyal and self-critical. I have traveled from 2012-2018 to London, Paris, Milan, Germany and New York for work as a model and actress as well as to explore different cultures and cuisines, which has always been my main passion and interest. My travels have enhanced my social skills dramatically, I am extremely good with all different kinds of people from different walks of life and have a good understanding and ability to read and understand what people or clients want as well as working out exactly what they are looking for. This has helped me tremendously in the culinary field. I thrive in assuming leadership roles as I am a born leader, and I am more than willing to do what it takes to get the job done, whether it be extensive research, recipe trialing etc.

I love being challenged and find I produce the best results when challenged. I am a complete social butterfly, however can put my head down and keep to myself if required to yield maximum results. I am very competitive by nature and thus will constantly better myself as a chef.

Having worked for 14 months under Chef Ivor Jones has enhanced my skill set and trained my work ethic, I have also been privately working as a private chef / caterer for a number of clients in my spare time which has enhanced my skill set even further and allowing me to adapt to different kitchens, as well as meeting the client’s vast needs and cuisine and dietary preferences. I have done various courses in wine as well as nutrition so my knowledge has surpassed just culinary and I am able to offer a full dining experience if required. Very comfortable with both homely-healthy meals to fine-dining experiences. I have plenty of experience working with top-tier and influential families, providing meals for them on a daily basis as well as hosting dinner parties and functions with up to 3o guests.

Best third year Le Cordon Bleu Exam under Chef Ivor Jones at Chef's Warehouse Beau Constantia