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Thomas Henry Daniels

Senior Sous Chef
Cape Town, Western Cape

Summary

Culinary professional with robust background in managing kitchen operations and delivering exceptional dining experiences. Recognized for fostering team collaboration and achieving consistent results under pressure. Known for flexibility and reliability in dynamic kitchen environments, with focus on innovative menu development and staff training.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Sous Chef

Gorgeous George Hotel
12.2023 - Current
  • Oversaw the execution of daily prep tasks ensuring timely completion while maintaining ingredient freshness.
  • Maintained high standards of food presentation by supervising plating techniques during service hours.
  • Established strong relationships with local vendors, ensuring the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients.
  • Collaborated with Executive Chef to design seasonal menus that showcased diverse flavors and techniques.
  • Mentored junior chefs and provided constructive feedback for professional growth.
  • Managed inventory control, reducing food waste and optimizing budget allocation.
  • Promoted teamwork among kitchen staff, fostering a positive work environment that encouraged creativity and collaboration.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.

Education

1 Year International Diploma - Hospitality

Chefs Training & Innovation Academy
Cape Town, South Africa
04.2001 -

Skills

Kitchen management

Food presentation

Special event catering

Menu development

Waste reduction

Culinary techniques

Hygiene policy implementation

Safe food handling

Strong work ethic

Decision-making

Restaurant operations

Food plating and presentation

Timeline

Senior Sous Chef

Gorgeous George Hotel
12.2023 - Current

1 Year International Diploma - Hospitality

Chefs Training & Innovation Academy
04.2001 -
Thomas Henry DanielsSenior Sous Chef