Anele Biyela

Detail-oriented and creative Chef with over 2.5 years of culinary experience in banqueting, buffet service, à la carte cooking, and workplace catering. Skilled in menu development, dish costing, stock control, event catering, and seasonal menu planning. Proven ability to manage kitchen stations independently, support conference catering, and deliver high-quality food service while maintaining cost efficiency and hygiene standards.

Intern Chef - KwaZulu-Natal Sharks Board - Durban, South Africa

(2022 - 2024)

• Prepared and served meals across buffet, breakfast, lunch, à la carte, and banqueting operations.
• Assisted in designing and costing menus, including event-specific menus.
• Supported kitchen preparation through ingredient stocking and station setup.
• Participated in hotel events, ensuring high-quality presentation and smooth service execution.
• Worked closely with front-of-house teams to maintain service timing and guest satisfaction.

Trainee Chef - Hilton Hotel Durban - Durban, South Africa

(2018 - 2018)

• Prepared and served meals across buffet, breakfast, lunch, à la carte, and banqueting operations.
• Assisted in designing and costing menus, including event-specific menus.
• Supported kitchen preparation through ingredient stocking and station setup.
• Participated in hotel events, ensuring high-quality presentation and smooth service execution.
• Worked closely with front-of-house teams to maintain service timing and guest satisfaction.

Diploma - Culinary Arts - International Hotel School (2018 - 2018)