Lebohang Tlisane
Colorado Springs,South Africa
Summary
High-performing Chef offering 5 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Forward-thinking professional offering more than 3 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven communication skills. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with American, African and West-African cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational English, Afrikaans, French (reading) skills. Meticulous Private Chef eager to create unique and delicious dishes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good understanding of seamless dining experience for customers. Creative and dedicated to staying up-to-date with food trends. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
The Broadmoor Hotel
03.2024 - Current
- Streamlined kitchen operations by organizing workflow and maintaining cleanliness.
- Implemented strict food safety protocols by monitoring kitchen sanitation practices.
- Responded to customer feedback, improving menu offerings and service quality.
- Mastered various cooking techniques by preparing diverse cuisines and menu items.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
Chef
Capricornus Chef Pty Ltd
01.2022 - Current
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Chef Assistant
Thathu Restaurant
09.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted in menu preparation, making suggestions, and researching recipes compatible with existing menu items.
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
- Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
- Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Cleaned and oiled kitchen equipment to maintain optimized function.
Education
National Diploma in Hospitality And Catering - Hospitality Management
Varsity Institute of Science And Technology
Johannesburg, GautengSkills
- P>Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- P>Food plating and presentation
- P>Sanitation guidelines
- P>Effective communications
- P>Utensils and equipment
- P>Process improvements
- P>Baking skills
- P>Problem-solving
- P>Hospitality service expertise
Accomplishments
- Designed whole new menu, including meal selections, beverages and pricing.
- Re-designed kitchen stations and equipment placement which increased productivity and enhanced workflow processes.
Languages
Intermediate,3,Intermediate,3,Intermediate,3,Upper intermediate,4,Upper intermediate,4,Advanced,5
Languages
Enlish
Afrikaans
Xhosa
Zulu
French
Shona
Certification
Fundamentals Of Digital Marketing with Google
Personal Information
Title: Chef
Languages
Intermediate,3,Intermediate,3,Intermediate,3,Upper intermediate,4,Upper intermediate,4,Advanced,5
Certifications
08-2020
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Afrikaans
Limited Working
Sotho
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef
The Broadmoor Hotel
03.2024 - Current
Chef Assistant
Thathu Restaurant
09.2022 - 11.2022
Chef
Capricornus Chef Pty Ltd
01.2022 - Current
National Diploma in Hospitality And Catering - Hospitality Management
Varsity Institute of Science And Technology
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