Luke Evans is a highly motivated and experienced chef seeking a position in the food industry. He has over 2 years of work experience as a chef at Porcupine Quill Micro Brewery and Deli and Tanglewood Restaurant. Evans has an Advanced Diploma in Food Preparation and Cookery Supervision from City & Guilds and specialized training in areas like cheese making, microbrewing, and charcuterie. He is fluent in English and proficient in Microsoft Office. Evans is looking to continue learning and advancing his career as a skilled chef.

1. Luke Anthony Evans
OBJECTIVE
I am an extremely motivated, enthusiastic, hardworking and
reliable individual. I am flexible, adaptable and comfortable in
new situations. I am able to communicate well with all age
groups, excellent leadership abilities and I enjoy working as
part of a team. I take pride in my appearance, punctuality and
attitude. I feel strongly and passionately about following a
career in the food industry where I can combine all my skills
with my outgoing and curious nature. I would like to continue
to learn more and become a stronger, more knowledgeable
and skilled Chef. I am happy to travel to any location.
PERSONAL DETAILS
Address: 57 Adams Road, Hayfields,
Pietermaritzburg, 3201
Tel: +27 74 366 4455
Best time of day to contact: After 16h00
Email: lantevans@icloud.com
Skype ID: luke.evans25
Date of birth: 25 October, 1996
Place of birth: Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
Gender: Male
Country of Citizenship: South Africa
Country of Residence: South Africa
Date available to start training: January 2017
EDUCATION
Educational Institution Name: 1000 Hills Chef School
Location: Botha’s Hill, South Africa
Education Start Date: January 2015
Graduation Date OR Expected Grad date: December 2016
Field of Study: Food Preparation and Culinary Arts
Educational Institution Name: Maritzburg College
Location: Pietermaritzburg, South Africa
Education Start Date: 2010
Graduation Date OR Expected Grad date: 2014
Field of Study: Matric

2. WORK EXPERIENCE
Company Name: Porcupine Quill Micro Brewery and Deli
Position: Chef De Partie, Head Chef and
Commis Chef
Location: Botha’s Hill, South Africa
Duration From: January 2015 – December 2016
Total Number of Months: 24 months
Tasks/Responsibilities:
 Pastry Chef – pastries, breads, croissants, scones
 Hot Kitchen Chef – grill station, salad station, pasta station, curry station
 Front of House
Company Name: Tanglewood Restaurant
Position: Chef De Partie and Head Chef
Location: Botha’s Hill, South Africa
Duration From: January 2015 – December 2016
Total Number of Months: 24 months
Tasks/Responsibilities:
 Head Chef of Kitchen
 Head of Cold Kitchen
 Head of Front of House
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Languages and Level: English - Fluent
Computer Skills: MS Office, IOS
Special Awards/Certificates:
 Basic Fire Fighting Fire Check – 2015
 First Aid Level One Applause Training – 2015
 Level 2 Food Safety in Catering City and Guilds - 2015
 Level 2 Culinary Arts Principles City and Guilds - 2015
 Level 2 Food and Beverage Service Principles City and Guilds - 2015
 Level 2 Patisserie Principles City and Guilds - 2015
 Level 2 Diploma in Food and Beverage Service City and Guilds - 2015
 Level 2 Diploma in Food Preparation and Cooking
(Culinary Arts) City and Guilds - 2015
 Level 2 Diploma in Food Prep and Cooking
(Patisserie) City and Guilds – 2015
 Level 2 Diploma in Food and Beverage Service
7 Modules City and Guilds – 2015

3. o Level 2 Safety at Work
o Level 2 Customer Service in the
Hospitality and Catering Industry
o Level 2 Menu knowledge and Design
o Level 2 Hot Beverage Product Knowledge
o Level 2 Beverage Product Knowledge
o Level 2 Food and Beverage Service
o Level 2 Handling Payments
 Level 2 Diploma in Food Preparation and Cooking
Culinary Arts – 11 Modules City and Guilds – 2015
o Level 1 Prepare Food for Cold Presentation
o Level 2 Safety at Work
o Level 2 Healthier Foods and Special Diets
o Level 2 Prepare, Cook and Finish Stocks, Soups and Sauces
o Level 2 Prepare, Cook and Finish Fish and Shellfish Dishes
o Level 2 Prepare, Cook and Finish Meat, Poultry and Offal
o Level 2 Prepare, Cook and Finish Vegetables, Fruits and Pulses
o Level 2 Prepare, Cook and Finish Rice, Grain, Farinaceous Products and Egg
Dishes
o Level 2 Prepare, Cook and Finish Bakery Products
o Level 2 Prepare, Cook and Finish Hot and Cold Desserts and Puddings
o Level 2 Catering Operations, Costs and Menu Planning
 Level 2 Diploma in Food Prep and Cooking
Patisserie – 6 Modules City and Guilds – 2015
o Level 2 Safety at Work
o Level 2 Prepare, Cook and Finish Cakes, Biscuits and Sponge Products
o Level 2 Prepare, Cook and Finish Pastry Products
o Level 2 Prepare, Cook and Finish Dough Products
o Level 2 Prepare, Cook and Finish Hot Desserts and Puddings
o Level 2 Prepare, Cook and Finish Cold Desserts
 Advanced Diploma: City & Guilds Advanced Diploma in Food Preparation and
Cookery Supervision City and Guilds – 2016
 Cheese Making 1000 Hills Chef School – 2016
 Micro Brewing 1000 Hills Chef School – 2016
 Barista City and Guilds – 2016
(Ciro Coffee House – Umhlanga Rocks)
 Wine Selecting City and Guilds – 2016
(Abingdon Estate – KZN Midlands)
 Charcuterie 1000 Hills Chef School - 2016
ACHIEVEMENTS
Pastry Chef of the Year 1000 Hills – 2015
3rd
Place Food Preparation Practical 1000 Hills – 2015
SAAGA Chefs School Challenge Finalist - 2015
Goldcrest Young Chef of the Year Finalist - 2015
Unilever Junior Chef of the Year Regional Finalist - 2016

4. INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES
 Travelling – South Africa, Mauritius, United Kingdom/Scotland and Bali
 Outdoor Activities – Keeping fit, cycling and motorbiking
REFRENCES
Name: Mr Leroy
Position: Mentor
Company Name: Maritzburg College
Contact: +27 33 342 9376
Email Address: leroya@mcollege.co.za
Name: Ms Sharmaine Dixon
Position: Owner
Company Name: Porcupine Quill Micro Brewery and Deli
Contact: +27 31 777 1566
Email Address: chefdixi@gmail.com