Nokubonga Makhathini

I am a dedicated and passionate hospitality professional with experience in kitchen operations, food preparation, and customer service. I am highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to work effectively under pressure. I possess strong leadership abilities and have demonstrated the ability to guide and support team members in a fast-paced kitchen environment. I am committed to delivering high-quality service and continuously developing my skills within the hospitality industry.

Food Service Management Intern at Department of Health - Addington Hospital (2026-05 – Present)

• Supervise staff, control stock issued by contractor, preparation and serving of food in the food service department
• Act in the absence of the food service manager
• Ensure hygiene, food safety and infection prevention and control
• Supervise contracted company and food service personnel
• Report damaged equipment for repairs and supervise the production, control and serving of meals

Hospitality Intern / Chef at Department of Sport, Arts & Culture - UMsunduzi & Ncome Museum (2025-06 – 2026-05)

Assisted with daily kitchen operations and food preparation, maintained high standards of cleanliness and hygiene, supported menu preparation and food presentation.

• Played a supervisory role during the internship program, by training and guiding new interns based on previous food and beverage experience, while ensuring smooth daily operations

Food & Beverage Department at Southern Sun Elangeni & Maharani Hotel (2023-08 – 2025-06)

• Provided excellent customer service to guests
• Prepared and served food and beverages
• Took orders accurately, set up and cleared tables
• Maintained cleanliness and hygiene in dining areas
• Managed stock, inventory and ordering supplies

Chef (Short-Term Contract) at Durban International Convention Centre (ICC) (2023-05 – 2023-07)

• Assisted in large-scale food preparation for events
• Ensured timely service during functions and conferences
• Maintained kitchen cleanliness and organization

Diploma in Hospitality Management – Durban University of Technology (2020 – 2022)

Matric – Sarel Cilliers High School (2019)