1. CURRICULUM VITAE – Xolelwa Matthews
Personal details
Residential Address Home Address
68 Bhengu Street 477 Gojela Street
Kwa-Dwesi Extension Kwa-Nonzwakazi location
Port Elizabeth Alicedale
6201 6135
Cell: 0636706370 Cell: 0833217913
E-mail: xosh.matth@gmail.com
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
2006 Matriculated
Hendrik Kanise Combined School; Alicedale
Xhosa 1st
language HG Physical Science SG
English 2nd
language HG Accounting SG
Biology SG Mathematics SG
2010 N.Dip Management
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Major Subjects: Management and Financial Management
2012 BTech Management
Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University
Major subjects: Management and Financial Management
2014 to date Dip Hospitality management (NQTAC)
The challenge that I have faced was that of choosing my peers because I had to
ensure that I involve myself with people who have a positive attitude towards
education and I had to adapt to the change of leaving high school and starting

2. studying at the University. During the course of my studies at NMMU I have learnt
that it is important to network with other students because we share a common goal
of furthering our education and becoming leaders for tomorrow. I have also learnt
that in order for me to succeed I should seek help from those who know best and
always interact with people around me.
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Working Experience
 Shamwari Game Reserve
Bayethe lodge
Position: Jnr lodge Manager
Duration: May 2013 – to date
Duties:
 Ensuring that check ins / outs are done professionally.
 Ensuring at critical times staff are in place and are adequately trained to deliver the
standards required.
 Ensure that assets are maintained properly (computer, printers, etc.).
 Ensure that all common areas and rooms are clean and tidy at all times.
 Ensure that assets are maintained properly e.g. washing machines, vacuum cleaners
etc.
 Ensure that rooms are properly presented with all necessary items available and in
place.
 Ensure that assets are maintained properly i.e., fittings etc.
 Ensuring quality and delivery of standards in F&B.
 Checking on buffets, sit-down meals and braai to maintain and improve standards.
 Ensure that staff are trained and understand their responsibilities.
 Ensure that assets are maintained properly, i.e. stoves, fridges etc.
 Where possible handle staff discipline.
 Ensure that rosters and schedules that are drawn up and adhered to.
 To be proactive in all training matters.
 Ensure that staff are in uniform and are presentable and hygienic at all times.
 Through a positive Management style and example ensure the respect and co-
operation of all staff.
For the period I have worked at Shamwari Game Reserve I have learnt that
customer service is the most vital and that having a good relationship with fellow
employees is essential for overall satisfaction of guests and that of the staff, i.e.
happy staff leads to happy clients.
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3. SKILLS
Language Speak Write Read
Xhosa Excellent Excellent Excellent
English Excellent Excellent Excellent
Afrikaans Fair Fair Fair
Computer: Microsoft word + Excel Windows
Internet E-mail
Other Skills: Good interpersonal skills
: Good Communication skills : Conceptual skills
ACHIEVEMENTS AND REWARD
 Facilitator in a life skills group at school 2005
 SRC Secretary 2005
 Driver’s licence (code 10)
My involvement in community and school programmes has taught me that I should always
take responsibility of my actions no matter how hard and that whatever I do I should give to
my community hence I joined a support group for people living with HIV/AIDS. When I was in
the Student Representative Council I have learnt that I should not be biased when making
decisions even if the decision involves risking my relationship with my peers because that
would be an unethical behaviour.
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INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES
I enjoy watching documentaries and the news because it keeps me updated on what is
happening to the world around me. I am also a member of a local choral choir and of local
netball team, I believe it is through music and sports that people practice team work and
support for one another both personally and in the work context.

4. REFERENCES
 Mr Sindiso Masuku
NQTAC assessor
Cell-phone: 061703282
E-mail: sindisomas@gmail.com
 Mrs E. Louw-Barlie (principal)
Hendrik Kanise Combined School
Tel: (042) 2311233
Cell-Phone: 0836872402
 Mrs Penny Main – Lodge Manager
Shamwari Game Reserve: Bayethe lodge
Email: penelope2jane@gmail.com
Cell-phone: 0822584541