Johanna Nakwafila
Ongha, Ohangwena
Summary
Adept Chef Assistant with a proven track record at Amakhomi Investment CC, showcasing expertise in food preparation and a keen eye for kitchen safety. Excelled in menu supervision and sauce making, enhancing dining experiences through meticulous attention to detail and superior cooking techniques. Demonstrated ability to improve service delivery by effectively collaborating with team members. Detail-oriented culinary professional with experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Skilled in inventory management, menu creation and food preparation. Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Assistant
First Lady Trading CC
Windhoek, Khomas, Namibia
03.2021 - 04.2023
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for a safe kitchen environment.
- Assisted head chef in menu planning for optimal ingredient utilization and minimized food waste.
- Assisted in menu preparation, making suggestions, and researching recipes compatible with existing menu items.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely delivery of orders, improving overall dining experience for guests.
- Received delivered, sorted produce and stored supplies quickly to maintain quality and condition.
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
Chef Assistant
Amakhomi Investment CC
Ongwediva, Oshana, Namibia (Remote)
07.2018 - 06.2020
- Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
- Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines for a safe kitchen environment.
- Assisted in menu preparation, making suggestions, and researching recipes compatible with existing menu items.
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
- Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
- Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
- Received delivered, sorted produce and stored supplies quickly to maintain quality and condition.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely delivery of orders, improving overall dining experience for guests.
- Managed time efficiently by prioritizing tasks and multitasking effectively during peak service hours.
- Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
- Supported senior chefs with creative meal planning and recipe development.
- Verified food temperatures and quality ahead of service to maintain standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Andimba Toivo YaToivo Secondary School
Ondangwa, Oshana, Namibia10.2008
Skills
Food Preparation
Cooking techniques
Kitchen Safety
Menu Supervision
Food presentation
Sauce making
Cleaning and sanitizing
Attention to Detail
Languages
Oshiwambo
Native language
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Otjiherero
Intermediate
B1
Timeline
Chef Assistant
First Lady Trading CC
03.2021 - 04.2023
Chef Assistant
Amakhomi Investment CC
07.2018 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Andimba Toivo YaToivo Secondary School