RESUME
NAME : RODERICK CHIKAPA PHIRI
DOB: 10/04/1984
PLACE OF BIRTH: Zimbabwe
NATIONALITY: Malawian Zimbabwean
ALIAS: CHEF AKA "THE SKINNY CHEF"
OCCUPATION: CHEF/Author
Roderick Chikpa-Phiri is no stranger to the world of gastronomy. He honed his culinary skills during his 11-year stint in London, where he trained and worked in prestigious establishments. However, he eventually decided to make the move to South Africa to be closer to his family. It was in 2010, during the soccer World Cup, that his culinary journey in South Africa truly began. He assumed the role of one of the head chefs at the Soccer City Stadium in Soweto, a pivotal moment that further enriched his culinary expertise.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Computer literate.
management qualified.
Vast knowledge of food
Hardworking
Passionate and highly capable of leading a large team
•Strongest attributes:
creating balanced seasonal menus. costing and managing costs Implementing and overseeing procedures.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Tsebo Catering Solutions, Executive Head Chef SEPT 2019 - JUN 2020- Units Liberty Life, Absa Towers CBD 4500 Covers, Nedbank 1500 Covers
The Orbit Jazz Lounge and Bistro, Executive Head
FEB 2017 - DEC 2018
• In Charge of all kitchen Operations
• Menu design
• Food costing
Known Associates Eventioneers. Ceneral Manager
OCT 2016 - JUN 2017
• Client Relationshio Management
• Management of Production Teams
• Execution of Activation Events
• Sourcing of Reputable service providers
• Prepare proposals to potential clients
• Prepare quotations
• Prepare Budgets to be presented to clients
• Networking
• Propose and implement innovative ways of improving business
• General Manager responsibilities: editing report
templates. Proof read and QA reports. Submit reports on the system. Issuing InvoIces and following up on payments
Olives and Plates, Executive Head Chef
SEPT2015 - SEPT2016
• Menu creation and implementation
• Proactively approach clients
• Structure production & service procedures
• Generate new business
• Costing of menu's
• Stock control orocedures
• Client Relationship Management
• Monitor Sales
• After-sales support
• Propose client retention strategies
• Executing client retention plans
• Keep up wrth market trends
• Manage supplier relationships
• Identify and build partnerships with possible suppliers and subagents
TSA AFRIKA/VODACOM, Consulting Campus Executive Head Chef/Short term Contract Basis APRIL 2015 SEPT20l5
• Overseeing .six kitchen's across the campus
• Creation of menu's and implementation
• Standard,zing of food quality across the campus
• Customer care
• Monitonng sates
• Execute client retention plans
• Prepare training material
• Support facihtators
• Give administrative assistance to unit managers
• Get feedback from clients
TSA AFRIKA/ ALEXANDER FORBES, Executive Head
.JULY 2013 JAN 2.01S
• Overseeing aJ the units requirements & timelines for execution
BY WORD OF MOUTH CATERING. Head Function Chef
AUG 2010 JUN 2013
• Execution and managing of function events
One World Hospitality/ Soccer World Cup, Head Crew Chef Soccer City/ FNB Stadium
MAY2010 -JULY 2010
• Overseeing the of the V.IP events of match day
PERSONAL PROFILE
Born in Malawi and trained and worked in England. I have climbed up the ladder in my field between 2004 - 2008. specializing in a wide range of cuisines,
CONTACT
D 17A 8th Avenue.
Melville Johannesburg
079 339 8984
EDUCATION
Westminister College, London 2000-2003
- NVQ 2: Food Preparation
- NVQ 3. Advanced Food Preparation
- NVQ 3: Confectionary Pastissene
Prince Edward School I1995 - 1999
- 0-Levels