Matilde Namakalu
Windhoek,Namibia
Summary
Offering strong foundation in teamwork, creativity, and time management. Knowledgeable about food safety, customer service, and multitasking in fast-paced environments. Ready to use and develop culinary skills, organisation, and communication in role.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work history
Chef
Aus City Town Hotel
01.2022 - Current
- Streamlined kitchen operations for enhanced efficiency.
- Cleaned and serviced kitchen appliances, maintaining good working order of grills, stoves and ovens.
Head Chef
The Kitchen Restaurant
06.2017 - 12.2020
- Planned popular promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Reduced customer complaints by enforcing strict quality control procedures.
- Oversaw chefs, cooks and kitchen support staff to run smooth operation.
- Assisted restaurant manager in cost control strategies implementation.
Head Chef
Lablocante Food,Fashion, and Vintage Goods
10.2014 - 08.2017
- Planned menus with diverse and seasonal dishes using sustainable, locally sourced produce.
- Forecasted kitchen supply needs, accurately estimating quantities to reduce wastage.
- Assisted restaurant manager in cost control strategies implementation.
Chef
Que Tapas Bar & Restaurant
10.2010 - 01.2013
- Followed precise recipes detailing ingredient requirements and cooking methods.
- Presented dishes with creative plating and merchandising.
Education
Cooking Tanking -
Polytechnic of Namibia
Skills
- Customer engagement
- Handling kitchen stress
- Cooking
- Communication with waitstaff
Languages
English & Oshiwambo ,Good in Speaking and Writing
Advanced
C1
Additional Information
References
Mr Stefan 081232991
Miss Vicky 0812123385
Education Background
Oluno Primary school
Etambo Combined School
Timeline
Chef
Aus City Town Hotel
01.2022 - Current
Head Chef
The Kitchen Restaurant
06.2017 - 12.2020
Head Chef
Lablocante Food,Fashion, and Vintage Goods
10.2014 - 08.2017
Chef
Que Tapas Bar & Restaurant
10.2010 - 01.2013
Cooking Tanking -
Polytechnic of Namibia
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