Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References provided upon request
Hobbies and Interests
References
Languages
Timeline
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MAKAITA KIN MADAKADZE

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Summary

I'm looking for full-time work in the role of Pastry Chef in the hospitality, tourism and recreation industry.

Seeking an opportunity to utilize culinary skills and expertise in a dynamic and challenging environment. I have a passion for cooking and want to learn how to make different types of food. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

All round Chef

  • Full time job as an all round chef in all sections such as pastry, saucer, cold section, starch, vegetable section and a la carte menus.

Pastry Chef

Rainbow Towers Hotel
Harare, Zimbabwe
08.2019 - 09.2022
  • During my work experience at Rainbow Towers I walked around asking if the guest enjoyed their meals.
  • Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
  • Cycled menus to keep offerings fresh and interesting for customers.
  • Implemented efficient production techniques, reducing waste and improving overall pastry quality.
  • Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
  • Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
  • Consistently met tight deadlines for special orders, ensuring client satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Monitored quality of ingredients used in recipes to maintain consistency and safety standards.

Pastry Chef

Montclare Hotel and Casino
Nyanga, Zimbabwe
06.2018 - 05.2019
  • This was a full time job I developed and cooked exciting, memorable dishes that brought engagement and establishment to the hotel
  • I prepared breakfast buffet, I baked muffins, scones, croissants, weighing out ingredients and making flat bread and making a la carte desserts
  • I also made pastries and decorated desserts.

Education

City and Guilds Diploma in Food Preparation and Cooking -

O'level Zimsec -

Nyatsime College
Harare, Zimbabwe

Culinary Arts Academy
Harare, Zimbabwe
01.2019

Skills

  • Pastry Chef
  • Full Car Licence
  • Proficient in various culinary technique's
  • Exceptional knowledge of food safety and sanitation protocols
  • Storing food using FIFO system
  • Great communication skills
  • Adaptability and resilience in high-pressure environments
  • Kitchen Management
  • Food quality
  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Grilling Techniques
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Ingredient Knowledge
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Sauce preparation
  • Sanitation Guidelines
  • Staff Coordination
  • Banquets and catering

References provided upon request

Frontal Care, Frontal Care, Cambridgeshire, United Kingdom, 12/01/22, Present

Hobbies and Interests

  • Travelling
  • Reading novels
  • Watching Master Chef

References

Provided upon request

Languages

English
Upper intermediate (B2)

Timeline

Pastry Chef

Rainbow Towers Hotel
08.2019 - 09.2022

Pastry Chef

Montclare Hotel and Casino
06.2018 - 05.2019

All round Chef

City and Guilds Diploma in Food Preparation and Cooking -

O'level Zimsec -

Nyatsime College

Culinary Arts Academy
MAKAITA KIN MADAKADZE