Tetelo Nare Semono
Junior Sous Chef
Capital Park
Summary
Accomplished Junior Sous Chef at Cradle Boutique Hotel,
Dependable and committed to assisting with all food preparation duties, including managing staff schedules and overseeing inventory as assigned for past 5 years in industry. Additional expertise includes staff supervision, product handling and proficiency in managing orders.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Junior Sous Chef
Cradle Boutique Hotel
05.2023 - Current
- Received praise from customers for exceptional flavor combinations and presentation skills, enhancing the restaurant''s reputation for culinary excellence.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and adjusting purchasing practices as needed.
- Developed unique menu items and plating presentations.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new recipes and techniques to accommodate guest dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Ordered food items for upcoming events per sous chef request.
J1 Trainee Chef
Kalahari Resorts Poconos
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Cleaned kitchen counters, refrigerators, and freezers.
- Consistently met high standards of food quality and presentation, receiving praise from both supervisors and customers.
- Maintained proper food handling procedures to ensure safe and sanitary food service operations.
- Mastered proper knife skills to efficiently complete vegetable cuts, meat trimming, and filleting tasks.
- Observed head chefs and how each prepared different specialties to gain knowledge in cooking techniques.
- Received positive feedback from supervisors for exceptional teamwork and adaptability during busy shifts.
Chef De Partie
River Meadow Manor
10.2020 - 12.2021
- Supported head chef in menu creation, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dishes.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
- Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
Kitchen Manager
The Urban Eatery
03.2019 - 09.2019
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless communication between the kitchen team and service areas for optimal guest experiences.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, addressing any skill gaps or growth opportunities through ongoing training initiatives.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
Trainee Chef
The Regency Apartment Hotel
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Supported cost control measures by accurately measuring ingredients and minimizing waste during food preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to prepare large catering orders for special events, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results.
- Prepared mise en place prior to service hours for seamless execution of menu items during peak times.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Improved plate presentation by learning advanced garnishing techniques and applying them consistently across all dishes.
- Checked expiration dates, rotated food, and removed any items that were no longer usable.
Education
Diploma In Professional Cookery - Hospitality
International Hotel School
Pretoria, South Africa 04.2001 -
National Senior Certificate - Business Studies
Northern Academy
Limpopo, South Africa 04.2001 -
Skills
Kitchen leadership
Maintaining consistency
Equipment usage
Work under pressure
Cooking techniques
Menu development
Accomplishments
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and to complete satisfaction.
- Managed 20 kitchen staff in restaurant with 1500-seat capacity.
- Won Best Employee in the kitchen department Award
- Won Employee of The Year Award
- Won Best International All-Star Award
Cooking, Soccer, Traveling
My cooking is all about creativity and flair, I love experimenting with boil flavors and fresh ingredients to create dishes that wow. Soccer is my jam, i like playing with friends on my free time and watching big games. travelling is also my big advanture trying new food, learning about different culture ad cuisine.
Timeline
Junior Sous Chef
Cradle Boutique Hotel
05.2023 - Current
J1 Trainee Chef
Kalahari Resorts Poconos
01.2022 - 01.2023
Chef De Partie
River Meadow Manor
10.2020 - 12.2021
Kitchen Manager
The Urban Eatery
03.2019 - 09.2019
Trainee Chef
The Regency Apartment Hotel
06.2018 - 12.2018
Diploma In Professional Cookery - Hospitality
International Hotel School
04.2001 -
National Senior Certificate - Business Studies
Northern Academy
04.2001 -