JOSEPH NDOMBA
SUMMARY
Seasoned Executive Chef with a proven track record at mwezi beach resort,
showcasing expertise in food plating and presentation alongside exceptional business operations oversight. Excelled in elevating dining experiences through meticulous banquet catering and strategic cost management, ensuring superior food quality and operational efficiency. Demonstrates a unique blend of culinary creativity and leadership acumen. Motivated professional dedicated to sourcing high-quality ingredients from local sources to drive farm-to-table menus. Proactive and adaptable team leader passionate about sustainable cuisine. Talented at creating exciting and innovative menus based on in-season ingredients. EXPERIENCE
Executive Chef, 06/2024 - Current
mwezi beach resort - Zanzibar, Tanzania
Executive Sous Chef, 11/2023 - 06/2024
le mersenne beach resort by marriott bonyvoi - Zanzibar, Tanzania Executive Sous Chef, 05/2022 - 11/2023
Bamboo Zanzibar Design Hotel - Zanzibar
Sous Chef, 11/2020 - 03/2022
the one resort zanzibar - Zanzibar, Tanzania
CONTACT
Address: +255, Zanzibar Tanzania
Phone: +255*********
Email: **************@****.***
SKILLS
Managed ordering, inventory levels, receiving, invoice settling, and equipment maintenance.
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Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
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Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
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Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, operational updates, and customer feedback.
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Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
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• Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas. Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
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Developed creative dishes that showcased seasonal ingredients while adhering to company standards.
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• Observed food safety and sanitation protocols to reduce germ spread.
• Food plating and presentation
• Sanitation coordination
• Budgeting and cost control
• Recipe management
computer mcs word, exel,power
point
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• Food and beverage pairing
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
High School Diploma, 08/2018
National Collage of Tourism - Dar Es Salaam
LANGUAGES
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
haccp awards certificate at le mersenne beach resort by marriot bonvoy CUSTOM
REFERENCES
michael frances suleiman
GMat le mersenne hotel
contact 255********
CUSTOM
DIANA NDOMBA
contact 071*******
Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
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Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members in an efficient manner.
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Swahili: First Language
English: A1
Beginner (A1)