Benedict Seitisho

A young, innovative and hardworking individual motivated to work independently as well as within a team. A fast learner who takes responsibility, always willing to try something new, and typically the responsible one in any group setting. Ambitious, confident, hardworking and goal-oriented — with a diverse career spanning culinary arts, logistics, IT networking, and drone operations.

Entrepreneur (Franchisee) - Fastway Couriers - Johannesburg

(2020-08 - 2022-10)

Franchisee managing courier services operations including business vision, financial tracking, and logistics coordination.

• Kept and tracked records for inventory, income and expenses, generating reports to check business health and growth
• Provided organisational leadership and established business vision to achieve sales, profit and revenue goals
• Maintained accurate records for operations, inventory, income and expenses
• Managed collection and delivery of packages to and from the Linksfield Area
• Oversaw customer interaction, quality control and stakeholder relations
• Addressed complaints to improve service delivery and increase client retention
• Used strong time management skills to coordinate timely deliveries
• Updated customers on estimated delivery timeframes and tracking options
• Used outstanding local knowledge to navigate quickly and safely between delivery points
• Collaborated with depot staff to retrieve correct items for timely dispatch

IT Network Technician - The IT Academy - Johannesburg

(2018-07 - 2019-11)

IT Network Technician focused on network performance, problem-solving, and infrastructure optimization.

• Harnessed rigorous problem-solving and bug tracking to achieve top-quality products and optimum service levels
• Reduced costs by adapting storage solutions and transforming processes through new technologies
• Analysed network performance to effectively minimise downtime and cater to user needs

Chef De Partie - Hospitality Solutions Company - Johannesburg

(2016-10 - 2017-08)

• In charge of the kitchen serving Executives at SASOL Place
• Ensured food was of the highest standard; upheld standards by assessing ingredient quality
• Followed strict health and safety guidelines; cleaned counters with sanitising agents
• Designed new ways to present and enhance dishes; planned dishes to reduce food costs
• Conducted regular stock counts and safely operated kitchen equipment

Trainee Chef - Hotel Restaurant Ter Heide - Kaprijke, Belgium

(2015-04 - 2015-07)

Trainee Chef working on pastry preparation and assisting in hot and cold sections with focus on culinary innovation and kitchen hygiene.

• Preparation of pastry dishes before and during service; assisted hot and cold sections
• Maintained spotlessly clean working environments for optimal kitchen hygiene and safety
• Supported chefs in developing innovative, original recipes and seasonal menus
• Carefully measured portion sizes to ensure uniform presentation and minimal waste

Assistant Baker - Kally's Bakery - Plettenberg Bay

(2013-12 - 2014-06)

Assistant Baker serving daily bakery customers with professional customer service and baked goods preparation.

• Served 40–50 bakery customers daily with professional and effective customer service
• Rolled, cut and shaped dough to make bread and other baked goods
• Iced, glazed and decorated baked goods to design specifications
• Fostered cooperative working relationships among employees

Intern Commis Chef - 12 Apostles Bed and Breakfast - Johannesburg

(2013-09 - 2013-09)

Intern Chef executing administrative tasks and gaining understanding of hospitality operations.

• Executed administrative tasks under managerial supervision to optimise workflow
• Shadowed daily activities of office staff to gain an understanding of the scope of work
• Segregated and labelled products to maintain an organised inventory

Qualification - B-VLOS Drone Pilot - NTSU Drone Academy

Diploma - Fine Cuisine and Patisserie - South African Chef's Academy (2013)

High School - Grade 12 - St. Andrew's College (2009)