Taschia Joseph

Final year studying a culinary and pastry programme at CTIA, graduating soon. I have gained skills from my Work integrated Learning and current part time job. My real passion? Pastry, just coming up with innovative desserts, putting a spin on desserts, experimenting with different flavor and texture combinations and seeing my hard work and dedication at the end is my what fuels my passion for pastry.

Trainee Pastry Chef at Emakhosini Boutique Hotel (2026-06 – 2026-08)

• Create new desserts for banqueting/ events
• Decorate and make desserts look visually appealing
• Learn to use basic things around to elevate presentation and taste

Commis Apprentice at Emakhosini Boutique Hotel (2026-06 – 2026-08)

• Actively learning recipes, multi-tasking, and presentation skills
• Assisting with mise en place
• Practising hygiene and safety

Part Time Staff at KSV FOODS (2023-01 – Present)

• Manage stock
• Follow and help maintain hygiene practices
• Create menu items
• Food photography and presentation
• Admin: organizing customer orders, delegating staff duties
• Preparing desserts
• Catering/ Banquet server

Freelance Baker at Freelance Baker (2025-01 – Present)

• Creating, decorating and designing baked goods for special events
• Pricing menu items to ensure maximum profitability

Professional Chef And Pastry Programme in Culinary and Pastry – Chef Training and Innovation Academy (2025-01 – 2025-12)

NSC Higher Certification Pass in General Education – Merebank High Secondary High School (2020-01 – 2024-12)