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PUSELETSO TONY MTSHWENI

Old Oaks Country Club
NY
5
years of professional experience

Dynamic line cook with a proven track record at Old Oaks Country Club excelling in food presentation and contamination control. Skilled in ingredient inspection and time management, I consistently deliver high-quality dishes while fostering team collaboration. Recognized for maximizing customer satisfaction through meticulous attention to detail and efficient workload management.

Work History

Line Cook

4 Years 6 Months
Old Oaks Country Club | 04.2022 - Current
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
  • Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.

Line Cook

5 Months
Tamarackresort | 11.2025 - 04.2026
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.

Line Cook

6 Months
Bear Lakes Country Club | 11.2024 - 05.2025
  • Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.

Line Cook

7 Months
Fisher Island Club | 10.2022 - 05.2023
  • Prepare ingredients for the daily cold station such as house salad and desserts.
  • Plate and present dishes attractively and consistently.
  • Control portion sizes and reduce food waste.
  • Clean workstation and equipments after each shift.
  • Make dressings and vinaigrettes from scratch and keep them fresh.
  • Check ingredients freshness and report spoiled or low stock items.

Education

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Capsicum Culinary Studio | Pretoria | 11.2019

Diploma

Skills

Ingredient inspection
Prep work
Recipe preparation
Food presentation
Active listener
Contamination control
Ordering and stocking
Time management
Team collaboration
Customer service

Timeline

Line Cook

Tamarackresort
11.2025 - 04.2026Read More

Line Cook

Bear Lakes Country Club
11.2024 - 05.2025Read More

Line Cook

Fisher Island Club
10.2022 - 05.2023Read More

Line Cook

Old Oaks Country Club
04.2022 - CurrentRead More

Capsicum Culinary Studio

Associate of Arts from Culinary Arts
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PUSELETSO TONY MTSHWENI