Lwandi Ayanda

Meeting with clients to discuss specifications and guest dietary requirements and plan event menus. Obtaining contracts and adhering to specified terms. Sourcing ingredients for planned menus ahead of time.

Catering Professional at BB Ngcobo Catering Company (2023-12 – 2024-06)

• Meeting with clients to discuss specifications and guest dietary requirements and plan event menus.
• Obtaining contracts and adhering to specified terms.
• Sourcing ingredients for planned menus ahead of time.
• Preparing and serving food at events.
• Sourcing and transporting servers to and from events.
• Transporting food and equipment to and from events.
• Ensuring food remains fresh and is served at the correct temperature through mobile cooking stations.
• Handling managerial aspects of the business, such as contracts and invoices.
• Observing and enforcing food safety regulations.

Chef at JJK's Burger & Grill (2024-12 – 2025-03)

Focuses on meal preparation, cutting, and serving, often for large volumes of people. Cooking meals from scratch or using pre-prepared ingredients. Creating Menus. Monitoring inventory and placing orders for ingredients. Adhering to strict food safety regulations.

Grade 12 – Amajuba High School (2023)

National Diplomas in Hospitality and Catering services – Amajuba TVET College (2024 – 2026)