Vongai K Gotora
Salt Lake City
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a passion for creativity and a strong desire to transition into a new field, offering extensive experience in diverse environments. Proven strengths in team collaboration, problem-solving, and time management facilitate effective contributions in any setting. Eager to leverage transferable skills to excel in a challenging role, fostering innovation and driving results. Committed to continuous learning and adapting to new challenges while maintaining a focus on excellence.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Intern
Radisson Hotel Atlanta Airport
Atlanta, GA
05.2025 - 05.2026
- Ensured food safety and sanitation standards were consistently met in kitchen operations.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring fresh ingredients were available for daily service.
- Coordinated special events, creating customized menus tailored to client preferences.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Commis chef
Cloud 9 Restaurant
Harare, Zimbabwe
02.2024 - 05.2025
- Assisting in food preparation and plating with supervision of senior chefs to maintain a streamlined service, organizing and checking stock deliveries, ensuring proper storage maintain high food safety standards
- Constantly improving my culinary skills through self- study and hand-on practice including experimenting with global cuisines and modern techniques
- Assisting new staff or junior commis chefs in learning kitchen procedures and safety practices.
- Prepared diverse menu items following standard recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes.
Commis Chef
Café Nush (airport)
Harare, Zimbabwe
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Prepared and presented high-quality dishes in fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstation, adhering to health and safety standards.
- Contributed innovative ideas for daily specials, enhancing customer satisfaction and dining experience.
- Enhanced culinary skills by assisting in the preparation of various dishes under the guidance of experienced chefs.
- Contributed to a well-organized and efficient kitchen by maintaining clean workstations and following sanitation guidelines.
Education
Diploma in Food Preparation And Culinary Arts - culinary arts
S.A.H.T.C. The Hospitality School
Harare, Zimbabwe05-2025
High School Diploma -
Anderson Adventist High School
Gweru, Zimbabwe12-2022
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Cooking techniques
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Documentation skills
- Data entry
- ICDL( International Certification of Digital Literacy)
- Banquets and catering
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Chef Intern
Radisson Hotel Atlanta Airport
05.2025 - 05.2026
Commis Chef
Café Nush (airport)
07.2024 - 10.2024
Commis chef
Cloud 9 Restaurant
02.2024 - 05.2025
Diploma in Food Preparation And Culinary Arts - culinary arts
S.A.H.T.C. The Hospitality School
High School Diploma -
Anderson Adventist High School