Zandile Makhathini

To work in an environment which encourages me to succeed and grow professionally where I can utilize my skills and knowledge appropriately.

Commis Chef - Umfolozi Hotel Casino Convention Resort

(2020-02 - 2025-10)

• Support sous chef, line chef as well as other kitchen employees in food production.
• Assist kitchen staff in maintaining high cuisine and hygiene standards.
• Assist the line chefs in measuring ingredients, preparation of different foods.
• Ensure that food is prepared and served to the customers on time.
• Ensure that health and safety standards are upheld in the kitchen.
• Follow the instructions and recommendations from supervisors to complete the daily tasks.
• Assist the head chef in making requisitions for food.
• Oversee quality and consistency of pastries and desserts produced and served at the restaurant.
• Adapt procedures, organize training and foster positive communication to improve and maintain high culinary standards and services efficiency.
• Prepare a wide variety of traditional desserts, cakes, pastries and bread for daily service.
• Collaborate with the Restaurant Manager and Head Chef to develop recipes and create cohesive menus.
• Monitor ingredients prices and delivery availability to optimize budget and minimize food waste.
• Research, create and test new recipes to promote continued customer engagement and retain reputation as an innovative restaurant.

Trainee Chef - Garden Court Ulundi

(2019-01 - 2020-01)

• Washing, peeling, chopping, and preparing ingredients for senior chefs.
• Assisting Chef de Parties with station tasks and plating dishes.
• Adhering to food safety standards, cleaning schedules, and ensuring a safe, tidy workspace.
• Actively learning cooking techniques, recipes, and knife skills.
• Assisting with ingredient storage and receiving deliveries.

NCV In Hospitality - Hospitality - Umfolozi TVET College (2016)

National Diploma In Hospitality and Catering Services - Hospitality and Catering Services - Umfolozi TVET College (2022)

Certificate In Computer Skills - Computer Skills - Umfolozi TVET College (2018)