Thato Lichaba

Prepare and present cold appetizers and salads, monitor refrigerator and freezer temperatures, and maintain a clean workstation. Assist with inventory and stock control.

Prepared seasonal dishes using locally sourced ingredients and implemented farm-to-table culinary concepts. Completed mise en place for dinner service and performed final plate inspections.

Prepared international breakfast and dinner buffets, followed halal and international culinary standards, and assisted with ordering and receiving food supplies. Trained and supported new kitchen interns and assisted with large banquets.

Prepared vegetables and herbs for daily production, practiced fundamental cooking techniques including knife skills and blanching, and organized cold and dry storage areas. Assisted with receiving deliveries and followed cleaning schedules.

Prepared customized menus for guests, accommodated dietary requirements, and managed purchasing lists. Assisted with private dining and small events.

Rotated through various hotel departments including food preparation, front office, restaurant, in-room dining, housekeeping, purchasing, and maintenance.

Pursued a Master in Gastronomy Innovation through distance learning from September 2023 to September 2024.

Earned a National Diploma in Hospitality Management from September 2017 to February 2020.

Completed the 'Mein Weg nach Deutschland' German language course with the Goethe Institute.