Summary
Overview
Work History
Skills
Certification
COOKING
Timeline
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Xoli Embonambi

Head Chef
Forest Town

Summary

Accomplished Head Chef with a proven track record at Thonga Beach Lodge, specializing in meal preparation and food presentation. Expert in team management and advanced cooking techniques, I significantly enhanced kitchen efficiency and culinary standards. Skilled in crafting high-quality meals and leading teams to achieve excellence in food service.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Private Chef

Mr VP Khanyile
06.2021 - Current
  • Provided easy-to-read cooking preparation instructions for clients.
  • Prepared high-quality meals for clients with diverse palates, emphasizing the use of fresh, local ingredients.

Head Chef

Thonga Beach Lodge
04.2013 - 06.2021
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Trained junior chefs in advanced culinary techniques and food safety procedures, helping them grow professionally within the industry.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.Stock takes
  • Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.

Skills

Meal preparation

Certification

CPC - Certified Personal Chef

COOKING

 As chef with a number  years of experience ,i"ve honed my skill in a variety of kitchens .my passion for cooking  evident in my dedication to quality control and ability to lead a kitchen team to consistently  deliver exceptional plates .


my cooking skill i work as a team player with good interpersonal skills  ; flexible proactive and self motivated ; working underpressure passionate about  teaching and learning.



I love cooking and i a'm   a good cooker, creative

Timeline

Private Chef

Mr VP Khanyile
06.2021 - Current

Head Chef

Thonga Beach Lodge
04.2013 - 06.2021
Xoli EmbonambiHead Chef