Jabil Msakasa

Bringing creativity and precision to sushi preparation, with strong foundation in culinary techniques and keen eye for detail. Excellent at working collaboratively in team environment, ensuring high-quality presentation and customer satisfaction. Quick learner with genuine interest in Japanese cuisine, always eager to expand skills and contribute to positive dining experience.

Sushi Chef - Ogalito woodlands - Pretoria, South Africa

(2020-01 - 2026-03)

• Prepared various sushi rolls, nigiri and sashimi to exact menu and presentation specifications.
• Skilfully prepared a wide range of sushi, sashimi, and maki, consistently receiving commendation for presentation and taste.
• Hand-rolled sushi with care and accuracy to create uniform, visually appealing dishes.
• Implemented cost-saving measures without compromising on quality, significantly reducing waste and improving profit margins.
• Oversaw the training of junior chefs, imparting skills necessary for their development and succession planning.
• Streamlined kitchen operations, reducing preparation times without compromising on quality.
• Planned menus for daily use, special events and seasonal promotions.
• Led sushi-making workshops for staff to enhance team skills and promote a high standard of food presentation.

Sushi chef - Yage chaines restaurant - Pretoria, South Africa

(2017 - 2023-07)

• Prepared various sushi rolls, nigiri and sashimi to exact menu and presentation specifications.
• Skilfully prepared a wide range of sushi, sashimi, and maki, consistently receiving commendation for presentation and taste.
• Worked with outstanding efficiency across sushi preparation, consistently meeting demands of peak restaurant hours.
• Trained junior sushi chefs in hand-rolling techniques and knife skills, enabling improved team performance.
• Maintained a hygienic kitchen environment, adhering strictly to food safety regulations and cleanliness standards.
• Developed a signature sushi roll that became a bestseller, contributing significantly to the restaurant's reputation.
• Experimented with new dish creations by incorporating customer recommendations and feedback.
• Led sushi-making workshops for staff to enhance team skills and promote a high standard of food presentation.
• Mastered traditional Japanese sushi preparation techniques, ensuring adherence to authentic culinary standards.
• Monitored cooking processes, adjusting temperatures and seasoning for perfect dish execution.
• Negotiated with vendors to secure the best prices on high-quality fish and other essential ingredients.
• Demonstrated outstanding knife skills, preparing sushi, sashimi and nigiri with meticulous precision.
• Planned menus for daily use, special events and seasonal promotions.
• Estimated food and labour costs and kept operations within budgets.
• Conducted regular quality control assessments on all dishes before service to maintain high customer satisfaction levels.

A-Levels - Science - Nguludi mision (2016-02 - 2026-09)