BUSANI MALVIN PHIRI
Victoria Falls
Summary
Skilled Professional Cook with strong background in diverse culinary environments. Showcased ability to create unique, high-quality dishes while effectively managing kitchen operations. Strengths include creativity in recipe development, sharp organizational skills and commitment to maintaining clean, efficient workspaces. Previous roles demonstrated consistent impact through improved customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Disciplined cook committed to impeccable food preparation and presentation for restaurants. Recognized for preparing high-quality cuisine aligned to restaurant standards and consistency requirements. Familiar with diverse culinary, pastry and baking techniques.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Professional Cook
zambezi boutique guest house
Victoria Falls
10.2022 - Current
- Prepared and cooked a variety of dishes to meet high culinary standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Developed diverse and appealing menus tailored to customer preferences and seasonal ingredients.
- Maintained high standards of kitchen cleanliness and sanitation.
- Developed innovative dishes, enhancing menu variety and customer satisfaction.
- Stocked food items appropriately in designated storage areas.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
Intern
matesti river lodge
Victoria Falls
06.2016 - 01.2018
- Partnered with chef to cook food and comply with food preservation guidelines.
- Assisted with special event catering and preparation, including setup and food service.
- Kept dishware, glasses and utensils ready for customer needs by quickly scraping, washing and restacking items.
- Developed great team spirit with other personnel by pitching in and helping with task completion.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness to ensure a hygienic environment.
Education
Ordinary Level
Sipepa High School
Tsholotsho01-2011
Skills
- Knife skills
- Menu development
- Portioning accuracy
- Allergen consciousness
- Baking techniques
- Food presentation
- Sauce preparation
- Mentoring junior staff
Certification
- Professional cook certificate
- class 2 drivers license
- hygiene certificate
- basic cooking certifiacate
Languages
English
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Professional Cook
zambezi boutique guest house
10.2022 - Current
Intern
matesti river lodge
06.2016 - 01.2018
Ordinary Level
Sipepa High School
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