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Sinovuyo Somtunzi

@sinovuyosomtunzi

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Enthusiastic baker with a passion for hospitality and cooking.

South Africa

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a dynamic kitchen environment where I can grow my culinary skills and contribute to a passionate team.

I am a dedicated and enthusiastic baker currently working at Café Chiffon in Cape Town. With a strong foundation in hospitality management from the College of Cape Town, I have honed my skills in baking and kitchen operations through various internships and positions. My experience includes baking cakes, preparing croissants, and managing kitchen tasks efficiently.

Throughout my journey, I have embraced every opportunity to learn and grow in the culinary field. My internships at Tashas Constantia and Feedem Heiderberg Village have equipped me with essential skills in food preparation and kitchen management. I am committed to bringing my best to every role and contributing positively to my workplace.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Baker

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Café Chiffon

Sep 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Responsible for baking cakes, assisting with croissant fillings, maintaining kitchen cleanliness, and managing cake orders and deliveries.

Cake Decoration Order Management Time Management

Kitchen Intern

Tashas Constantia

Jan 2023 - May 2023 (4 months)

Assisted in various kitchen tasks, including preparation for grill and hot sections, and helped with order preparation.

Team Collaboration Time Management

Intern Student, Pastry Student, Cook

Feedem Heiderberg Village Unit

May 2022 - Oct 2022 (5 months)

Learned culinary basics, focused on baking and plating, and assisted in cooking for large groups.

Plating Cooking For Large Groups Teamwork

Cook/Seller

Wowo Kasi Restaurant

Jan 2020 - Jan 2020 (0 months)

Prepared and sold fast food, managed food presentation, and handled cash transactions.

Customer Service Time Management

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

College Of Cape Town

N4-N6, Hospitality Management

2020 - 2024

Studied Hospitality Management at the College of Cape Town, focusing on various aspects of hospitality including customer service, food preparation, and management principles.