Sinesihle Kula
Cape Town
Summary
Coordinated Line Chef with fortes in food inventory management and kitchen sanitation and cleanliness. Experienced working at grill, fryer, pasta,fish,chicken,specials and garnish station. Dedicated and ambitious to handle demands of busy kitchen.
Friendly Line Chef with an energetic attitude and an excellent customer service record. Experienced in food storage, preparation and cooking. Excellent grasp of food handling procedures. Knowledge of preparing and presenting specialty food items for special occasions such as banquets, weddings, AM Buffet, and prep stations.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Waiter
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi
2024.04 - Current
- Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
- Ensured food safety compliance by adhering to proper handling procedures when serving dishes.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Restaurant Reservations over the phone and on the counter(in the Restaurant).
- Attended Essential Food Safety Training (EFST)
Commis Chef
Crystal Towers, Marriott Hotels
2023.12 - 2024.03
- Developed strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple cooking stations during peak hours, ensuring consistent quality output.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
Chef Intern
Mohonk Mountain House
2022.11 - 2023.10
- Operated fryer and cooked meats on grill.
- Restocked food items throughout shift to provide head chef with proper ingredients for dishes.
- Followed recipes and food presentation standards at Mohonk mountain house.
- Assisted head chef in preparing and serving food.
- Observed different kitchen chefs' preparation of sauces, breads, and other items to gain knowledge in diverse cooking and baking techniques.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
Chef Intern
Villa 47
2021.06 - 2022.08
- Followed recipes and food presentation standards at Villa 47.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
- Observed head chefs and how each prepared different specialties to gain knowledge in cooking techniques.
- Checked expiration dates, rotated food and removed any items that were no longer usable.
Education
Certificate - Hospitality And Catering Services
College of Cape Town
2019.06 - 2021.07
High School Diploma -
Phandulwazi High School
2012.01 - 2016.11
Skills
- Garnishing
Food safety knowledge
Food preparation skills
Measuring and portioning
Additional Information
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi
Name of Contact : Yasar Arabath
Contact number : +919597866601
Email address : yasar.arabath@dusit.com
Crytsals Towers, Marriott Hotels
Name of Contact : Kashif Williams
Contact number : +27 61 652 4157
Email address : kashif.williams@marriotthotels.com
Mohonk Mountain House
Name of Contact: Jim Palmeri
Contact number : 845 256 2070
Email address. : jpalmeri@mohonk.com
Villa 47
Name of Contact: Matt Van Tonder
Contact number : 021 418 2740
Email address : vantondermatt@gmail.com
Timeline
Waiter
Dusit Thani Abu Dhabi
2024.04 - Current
Commis Chef
Crystal Towers, Marriott Hotels
2023.12 - 2024.03
Chef Intern
Mohonk Mountain House
2022.11 - 2023.10
Chef Intern
Villa 47
2021.06 - 2022.08
Certificate - Hospitality And Catering Services
College of Cape Town
2019.06 - 2021.07
High School Diploma -
Phandulwazi High School
2012.01 - 2016.11
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