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TANAKA MASVINGO

TANAKA MASVINGO

CHEF
16886 KNOWE, NORTON, ZIMBABWE

Summary


Developed culinary skills in high-pressure, fast-paced kitchen environments, seeking to transition into new field. Demonstrates strong organizational abilities and effective team collaboration, ensuring seamless kitchen operations. Aiming to apply culinary expertise and teamwork in new professional challenge.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language

Work History

CHEF DE PARTIE

HUNTERS MOON ESTATES
Harare
02.2025 - Current
  • Grilling and Roasting specialist
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Regulating the temperature of grills and roasters to ensure even cooking and optimal flavor.
  • Monitoring heat levels to prevent overcooking or burning.
  • Ensuring food is cooked to the appropriate internal temperature for safety and taste.
  • Tasting and evaluating dishes to confirm they meet standards for flavor, texture, and consistency.
  • Adjusting seasoning and ingredients as needed to perfect the dish.
  • Ensuring food is of high quality by inspecting ingredients, presentation, and taste before serving.

COMMIS CHEF

THREE MONKEYS
Harare
01.2024 - 02.2025
  • Food Preparation: Chopped, sliced, and prepared ingredients as instructed by senior chefs.
  • Assisting with Cooking: Helped cook various dishes while learning techniques and processes.
  • Stock Rotation and Management: Assisted with deliveries, checked expiration dates, and rotated stock.
  • Plate Presentation: Assisted with plating and garnishing dishes under chef supervision.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

STUDENT TRAINEE CHEF

Holiday Inn
Mutare
07.2023 - 09.2023
  • Support senior chefs in the preparation of ingredients, cooking, and plating of dishes according to established recipes and standards.
  • Ensure the kitchen and work areas are kept clean and sanitized, adhering to health and safety regulations.
  • Accurately follow recipes and instructions from senior chefs, learning cooking techniques and proper use of kitchen equipment.
  • Received consistent feedback from supervisors on strong work ethic and dedication to tasks at hand.
  • Maintained accurate records of project progress, ensuring seamless transition between tasks for efficiency purposes.

Education

Diploma in Food Preparation - City And Guilds

Leoste Culinary Arts Academy
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2024 - 07.2024

Certificate of Hospitality - City And Guilds

Leoste Culinary Arts Academy
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2023 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

Marchwood Senior School
Norton, Zimbabwe
01.2018 - 12.2021

Skills

  • Multitasking & Deadline Management

  • Cultural & Social Sensitivity

Proper food handling

Counter sanitization

Food spoilage prevention

Food presentation

Kitchen organization

Plating and presentation

Grilling techniques

Garnishing techniques

Statement

I am driven by a genuine passion for making a positive impact in the hospitality industry. As a chef, I am fully committed to upholding the highest standards of service and professionalism, consistently going above and beyond to ensure guest satisfaction.

Timeline

CHEF DE PARTIE

HUNTERS MOON ESTATES
02.2025 - Current

Diploma in Food Preparation - City And Guilds

Leoste Culinary Arts Academy
01.2024 - 07.2024

COMMIS CHEF

THREE MONKEYS
01.2024 - 02.2025

STUDENT TRAINEE CHEF

Holiday Inn
07.2023 - 09.2023

Certificate of Hospitality - City And Guilds

Leoste Culinary Arts Academy
01.2023 - 12.2023

High School Diploma -

Marchwood Senior School
01.2018 - 12.2021

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