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Vuyolwethu Bali

Chef
Johannesburg

Summary

Chef Vuyo is a highly skilled professional chef with a unique blend of culinary expertise, creativity, and strong leadership abilities. With over 10 years of experience in the fine dining industry, hotels, and private events, Chef Vuyo consistently delivers innovative dining experiences. Exceptional skills in menu planning, kitchen management, and team leadership result in successful operations and satisfied customers. Chef Vuyo's passion for food is evident in their deep appreciation for quality ingredients and their unwavering commitment to the art of cooking. Experienced with gourmet meal preparation, including diverse culinary techniques. Utilizes effective menu planning and precise ingredient selection to enhance dining experiences. Track record of ensuring high standards in food quality and presentation, while consistently meeting client preferences and dietary requirements.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Private Chef

One O Eight Boutique Hotel
01.2024 - Current

Kitchen Manager & Head Chef

Checkers Extreme Restaurant
01.2023 - 12.2023

Head Chef and Menu Designer

Kalahari Restaurant
01.2020 - 01.2022
  • Menu planning and kitchen operations
  • Supervised and trained junior kitchen staff
  • Coordinated catering events and banquets
  • Maintained inventory and ordered supplies

Head Chef

Lethukutula Events and Catering
05.2015 - 03.2020
  • Manage a team of 3 chefs and kitchen staff
  • Create and execute menus for daily service, special events, and catering
  • Maintain high standards of food quality, presentation, and safety
  • Collaborate with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service
  • He started in this position as a Junior Chef and was promoted to Head Chef during his time with the company

Chef

Afroways Catering Company
01.2010 - 01.2014

Chef

Mntaks Yonkeinto
01.2009 - 01.2010

Education

High School Diploma -

Ngubengcuka Secondary School
Eastern Cape
04.2001 -

Skills

  • Menu planning and execution

  • Kitchen management and operations

  • Team leadership and training

  • Food safety and sanitation

  • Catering and event planning

  • Food Preparation

  • Customer Service

Timeline

Private Chef

One O Eight Boutique Hotel
01.2024 - Current

Kitchen Manager & Head Chef

Checkers Extreme Restaurant
01.2023 - 12.2023

Head Chef and Menu Designer

Kalahari Restaurant
01.2020 - 01.2022

Head Chef

Lethukutula Events and Catering
05.2015 - 03.2020

Chef

Afroways Catering Company
01.2010 - 01.2014

Chef

Mntaks Yonkeinto
01.2009 - 01.2010

High School Diploma -

Ngubengcuka Secondary School
04.2001 -
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