Noxolo Mkhize

Experienced hospitality and culinary professional with progressive leadership experience from Chef de Partie and Junior Sous Chef roles to Head Chef, supported by international hospitality experience in the United States and at sea. Skilled in kitchen operations, food safety and hygiene, team training, inventory and stock control, food-waste reduction, menu and recipe development, supplier coordination, scheduling, communication, and fast-paced service. Earlier marketing experience adds strengths in team coordination, promotions, reporting, scheduling, and administration.

Adaptable and comfortable working in high-volume environments, early shifts, and collaborative teams.

Line Cook at One & Only Moonlight Basin (2025-10 – Present)

• Prepare breakfast items accurately and consistently in a high-volume, fast-paced environment, including eggs, pancakes, waffles, breakfast meats, and hash browns.
• Set up and stock stations, prepare ingredients, cook to order, and maintain efficient service during morning rush periods.
• Maintain consistent quality, presentation, sanitation, and food-safety standards while working independently and supporting the wider kitchen team.
• Communicate effectively with kitchen staff and servers during busy service periods.

Head Chef at Maison on Florida (2025-02 – 2025-10)

• Managed food preparation and production while maintaining restaurant quality and kitchen standards.
• Worked closely with the Sous Chef to coordinate food production and daily kitchen operations.
• Trained and supported junior chefs, student chefs, and cooks to strengthen skills and maintain kitchen standards.
• Managed food-control procedures, stock checks, inventory rotation, and food-waste reduction.
• Led daily briefings with kitchen and front-of-house teams to support clear communication and efficient service.
• Developed new menu items and innovative recipes to keep the offering fresh and appealing.

Chef de Partie at Royal Caribbean Cruises (2024-03 – 2024-11)

• Supported food hygiene inspections and maintained strict kitchen hygiene and sanitation standards.
• Prepared and presented dishes to required quality standards while operating kitchen equipment safely and efficiently.
• Received, stored, and managed ingredients with attention to freshness, food quality, and hygiene.
• Supervised other chefs, coordinated mise en place, and delegated tasks to support smooth kitchen operations.

Head Chef at Views at Twenty5 (Luma Life Hospitality Group) (2019-10 – 2023-12)

• Led kitchen operations with responsibility for food quality, health and safety, stock levels, ordering, and efficient workflow.
• Created dishes and menus while considering costs, purchasing, supplier relationships, and kitchen profitability.
• Delegated responsibilities across the kitchen team and proactively addressed operational issues.
• Mentored and developed chefs while maintaining high standards in a fast-paced hospitality environment.

Junior Sous Chef at The Chefs Table (Maison Florida) (2016-10 – 2018-09)

• Supported daily kitchen operations, menu planning, recipe development, and quality standards.
• Supervised kitchen staff, delegated tasks, and ensured dishes were prepared with precision and consistency.
• Managed food inventory and stock control while ensuring ingredients were fresh and properly stored.

Chef de Partie / Trainee Chef at Africa Events & Catering (2015-07 – 2015-09)

• Supported hot and cold kitchen operations and helped ensure stations operated efficiently during service.
• Operated grills, tilting pans, and ovens correctly and helped maintain sufficient food preparation for service demands.

Marketing Assistant at Hollywood Sports Bet (2008-02 – 2014-10)

• Organized promotions, ordered promotional materials, and coordinated roadshows to increase brand visibility and engagement.
• Hired and managed teams of promoters and prepared weekly rosters to coordinate promotional activities.
• Managed promoter wages and prepared detailed weekly reports supporting SWOT analysis and strategic decision-making.

Grade 12 (Matric) – Queensburgh Christian Academy, Queensburgh, South Africa (2003 – 2007)