Nigel Khumalo
Mushroom Picker
Bulawayo,Bulawayo
Summary
Dedicated, energetic and have years of experience in farming and mushroom picking, with strong organization skills. Throughout work experience, I have gained key transferable skills, knowledge, competences and ability to deliver the best quality service. Dedicated picker successful at working with all types of quality specifications. Applies good organizational and time management skills to prioritize requests and department activities. Well-organized approach with strong multitasking abilities. Hardworking harvester offering advanced knowledge of agricultural equipment operation and safety illustrated over four years in farming roles. Reliable and committed with a solid foundation in harvesting condition assessment and irrigation knowledge.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Mushroom Picker
Mushtella Mushrooms
Bulawayo
09.2022 - Current
- In-depth knowledge of high-quality mushroom sorting and packing practices, operation knowledge of using hovel, trowels, hoes, shears, and knives, ability to work on weekends, holidays, and evenings efficiently
- Substantial experience of checking, harvesting, cleaning, and loading mushrooms for delivery
- Cultivated and harvested high-quality mushrooms
- Inspected, sorted, and cleaned all collected mushrooms carefully and properly
- Packed, arranged, and loaded all harvested mushrooms for delivery
- Adhered to established health and safety procedures
- Contributed to team success with consistent communication and collaboration during the harvesting time.
- Streamlined workflow processes through active participation in regular team meetings focused on continuous improvement strategies for mushroom harvesting operations.
- Contributed to team success with consistent communication and collaboration during the harvesting process.
- Displayed adaptability when dealing with varying weather conditions, allowing for continuous productivity throughout all seasons.
- Maintained a safe and organized work environment with proper tool storage and usage.
- Collaborated closely with other departments, such as packaging teams, ensuring seamless integration of picked mushrooms into processing stages.
Customer Service Assistant
Caldice Farm Shop
Zimbabwe
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Managed customer complaints effectively, offering solutions that exceeded expectations.
- Answered customer questions about product availability and shipment times.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy when processing transactions/orders which led to reduced errors and increased customer satisfaction.
- Assisted customers with product selection, providing detailed information on features and benefits.
- Described products to customers and how best to care for merchandise.
- Handled high call volume while maintaining a professional demeanor and ensuring timely resolutions.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall customer experience and boost company reputation.
- Built strong relationships with customers and colleagues by providing friendly and personable service.
- Continuously sought opportunities to expand knowledge about products/services offered by the company which resulted in better-informed recommendations for clients.
Vegetable Picker
Caldice Farm
Bulawayo Nkenyane
02.2020 - 07.2021
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Proficiency in English - undefined
IELTS- Overall Band 6.5 - undefined
High School Graduate -
Hamilton High School
Bulawayo 12.2016
Skills
Transportation handling
Skilled at sorting mushrooms based on size and quality
Proficient in identifying ripe mushrooms, handling them carefully, and ensuring quality
Multi-tasking abilities
Able to perform demanding tasks
Competent
Poisonous mushroom avoidance
Resourceful problem solver
Able to adhere to health and safety protocols while working in the mushroom farm
Good communication skills
Hand harvesting
Agriculture equipment operation
Plant care and maintenance
Quality controls
Cleaning tasks
Safety standards and protocols
Seed planting
Farm safety
Excellent Communication
Organization and Time Management
Flexible and Adaptable
Teambuilding
Written Communication
Accomplishments
- Retained 100% punctuality
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Mushroom Picker
Mushtella Mushrooms
09.2022 - Current
Customer Service Assistant
Caldice Farm Shop
07.2021 - 08.2022
Vegetable Picker
Caldice Farm
02.2020 - 07.2021
Proficiency in English - undefined
IELTS- Overall Band 6.5 - undefined
High School Graduate -
Hamilton High School