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Luthando Dantile

@luthandodantile

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Dedicated Chef de Partie with extensive food preparation and kitchen operations experience.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am in search of typing and data capturing side jobs. I prefer work given to me that requires me to type and giving me realistic deadlines

I’m a dedicated Chef de Partie with over seven years of kitchen experience and a solid background in reception and admin. I stick to high food safety standards and keep stock in check with disciplined control and FIFO practices.

I’ve made everything from desserts and bakery treats to starters and buffet stations, working across restaurants, bistros, and catering setups. I’m also experienced in prepping for functions and creating appealing food displays. My hands-on training includes City and Guilds certifications in food preparation, pastry, and food safety.

Outside the kitchen, I’ve worked as a receptionist and field worker, building strong client service, record-keeping, and data collection skills. I bring professionalism, a positive attitude, and a reliable work ethic to every role.

I’m looking to join a team-focused kitchen where consistency, cleanliness, and quality are key, offering dependable food prep, inventory management, and a commitment to safe food handling.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Receptionist

Current

Physiotherapist

Jan 2019 - Present (7 years 7 months)

Managed patient reception duties including filing, photocopying, answering phones and maintaining patient records to support clinic administration since 2019.

Data Entry Administrative Support

Field Worker

Statistics South Africa

Jan 2022 - Apr 2022 (3 months)

Collected household data and operated data-collection tablets during the January–April 2022 field operation, ensuring accurate and timely submission of survey responses.

Data Collection Interviewing Data Quality Assurance Time Management

Assistant Chef

L.E.C Catering

Jun 2020 - Aug 2020 (2 months)

Handled food preparation, kitchen cleaning, fridge/freezer maintenance and stock taking to support catering operations and event service. Ensured hygiene standards and accurate inventory control.

Food Preparation Kitchen Cleaning Stock Taking Fridge Maintenance Food Safety

Bistro Chef

La Vie Lente

Aug 2019 - Nov 2019 (3 months)

Prepared starter section items, maintained section fridge and deep fryer cleanliness, and performed baking and piping for cakes and cupcakes in support of functions. Conducted stock takes to manage supplies.

Starter Preparation Fryer Maintenance Baking Stock Taking Section Cleaning Function Prep

Chef de Partie

Tuscan BBQ Groenkloof

Jul 2017 - Nov 2017 (4 months)

Prepared desserts and starters for buffet service, maintained food temperatures and performed regular stock takes to ensure quality and compliance. Implemented strict cleaning and FIFO practices for the dessert section.

Buffet Preparation Stock Taking Dessert Production Food Safety

Chef de Partie

Afro Boer Restaurant

Jan 2017 - Jan 2017 (0 months)

Prepared and finished cakes, desserts and sauces for display and service, improving pastry quality and consistency across shifts. Managed mise en place and ingredient preparation to support timely dessert orders.

Pastry Dessert Plating Sauce Preparation Stock Taking Food Safety Kitchen Cleaning

Chef de Partie

Old Town Italy

Nov 2016 - Dec 2016 (1 month)

Prepared cold desserts, garnished and finished display items, and managed fridge stocking, dating and labelling to maintain product freshness and reduce waste. Conducted daily fridge checks and cleaning.

Cold Desserts Display Food Labelling Stock Taking Fridge Maintenance Food Safety

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Capsicum Culinary Studio

Diploma in Food Preparation, Culinary Arts / Food Preparation

2015 - 2015

Activities and societies: Food Safety in Catering

Completed City & Guilds outcomes including diploma in food preparation, pastry, cakes and food safety in catering in 2015.

Tshwane South College

National Certificate (Vocational), Hospitality Services / Food Preparation

2010 - 2012

Activities and societies: Class representative (Level 3)

Completed National Certificate (Vocational) levels 2–4 covering hospitality, food preparation, client services and related subjects between 2010 and 2012.