Trish Mukuwiri
Kadoma,Zimbabwe
Summary
Commis Chef with 5 years of experience in restaurants and hotels. Assists other chefs in food prep, ingredient measurement and station maintenance. Work well in fast-paced cooking and food prep environment .
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Junior Chef
At Chef And Hospitality Training Institute
05.2023 - Current
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff members, improving overall team performance and productivity.
- Streamlined meal preparation processes by organizing ingredients and equipment, allowing for faster service times during peak hours.
- Worked with chef de partie to learn storage locations of fresh ingredients for daily use by station staff.
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Seasoned and marinated cuts of meat, poultry and fish.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Ordered new ingredients and supplies to meet expected needs.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
Junior Chef
Hilton Hotel
04.2021 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with senior chefs to develop new menu items, resulting in increased sales and positive feedback.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and sanitation in all work areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Expanded culinary skills through continuous learning opportunities, attending workshops and industry events as available.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Waitress
Cotton Country Lodge
03.2020 - 03.2021
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating guest needs.
- Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless guest experiences and resolve any issues promptly.
- Handled high-pressure situations with composure, maintaining excellent service standards even during busy shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
Housekeeper
Cotton Lodge
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by ensuring thorough cleaning and timely room turnovers.
- Maintained a spotless environment for guests through diligent daily housekeeping tasks.
- Reduced the need for deep cleanings by consistently addressing minor maintenance issues.
- Collaborated with other housekeeping staff to complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
Education
National Foundation Certificate Level 4-Professional Cook -
Kadoma Vocational Training Centre
Skills
- Food safety
- Table resetting
- Smart and clean
- Fine dining service
- Dietary awareness
- Extensive hospitality background
- Menu Planning
- Multitasking
- Teamwork Abilities
- Customer Service
References
- Chef and Hospitality Training Institute, Zimbabwe
- Cotton Country Lodge Kadoma, Zimbabwe
- Hilton Hotel Sandton, South Africa
Languages
English
Full Professional
Shona
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Junior Chef
At Chef And Hospitality Training Institute
05.2023 - Current
Junior Chef
Hilton Hotel
04.2021 - 04.2023
Waitress
Cotton Country Lodge
03.2020 - 03.2021
Housekeeper
Cotton Lodge
01.2019 - 02.2020
National Foundation Certificate Level 4-Professional Cook -
Kadoma Vocational Training Centre
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