ANDREW CHIZANHI
TEACHER
Gaborone,SE
Summary
Dynamic educator and culinary professional with a proven track record at Gabane Private Secondary School, excelling in student development and welfare. Adept in planning and organizing, I effectively trained staff while ensuring high food safety standards. Strong interpersonal and communication skills drive my commitment to fostering collaborative learning environments.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Commerce & Home Management Teacher / Boarding Master
Gabane Private Secondary School
Gaborone
01.2005 - 01.2024
- Delivered lessons, assessed learners, and recommended students for Tertiary Education.
- Oversaw student welfare and boarding facilities.
- Supervised kitchen and dining operations.
- Liaised with the Ministry of Basic Education for professional development.
Resident Chef
African Home Lodge
Gaborone
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Planned and costed menus for events.
- Oversaw food preparation, stock orders, inventory, and monthly reporting.
- Trained junior staff and hospitality trainees.
- Oversaw student welfare and boarding facilities.
Resident Chef
High Commission of the Republic of Namibia
Gaborone
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Supervised kitchen and dining operations.
- Managed daily food prep and kitchen hygiene.
- Maintained food safety standards and pantry stock.
- Handled equipment maintenance and reporting.
Lecturer - Hospitality
Gaborone Institute of Professional Studies (GIPS)
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Taught City & Guilds certificates in Food Prep, Hygiene, Safety, and Tourism.
Home Economics Teacher
Gantsi Senior & Sedie CJSS
Gaborone
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Taught Home Management, Food & Nutrition, and Fashion & Fabrics.
- Supervised up to 100 students in practical and theory sessions.
Duty/Housekeeping Manager
Chibanguza Hotel
01.1996 - 01.1997
- Planned and costed menus for events.
- Oversaw food services, housekeeping, bookings, stock, and reports.
Industrial Attachment
Holiday Inn
01.1993 - 01.1994
- Trained across kitchen, housekeeping, food & beverage, and stores.
Education
Bachelor of Technology Education - Clothing, Textile, and Fashion Design
National University of Science & Technology (NUST)
Zimbabwe01.2025
National Diploma in Home Economics Education -
Belvedere Technical Teachers' College
Zimbabwe01.1995
National Certificate in Hotel & Catering Operations -
National Foundation Belvedere Technical Teachers' College
Zimbabwe01.1994
Certificate - Food Science & Technology, Textiles, Housekeeping
Belvedere Technical Teachers' College
Zimbabwe01.1992
Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education - Ordinary Level -
St. Oswald's High School
Zimbabwe01.1989
Skills
- Interpersonal communication
- Verbal communication
- Written communication
- Microsoft Office
- Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Self-driven
- Dependable
- Adaptable
- Planning
- Organizing
- Team collaboration
Drivers License
Valid Class B
Personal Information
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Zimbabwean
References
- Mr. Benedict Kurira, Head Chef, Maruapula English Medium School, +267 3912953, +267 72946059
- Mrs. Algina Mbaakang, Director, African Home Lodge & Restaurant, +2673909440, +26771683341, africanhomebots@gmail.com
- The Principal, Gabane Private Secondary School, Botswana, +26777949097, +26771517682, +26774330858, gabaneprivateschool@aol.com
Hobbies and Interests
- Further studies
- Soccer
- Social networking
Community Service
- Active in community innovation projects focused on waste management.
- Passionate about using Clothing & Textiles to uplift disadvantaged communities.
- Engages in church-led philanthropic initiatives.
Legal Status In Botswana
Work permit application in progress
Professional Development
Commerce Examiner / Marker, Botswana Examinations Council (BEC), 01/01/09 - 12/31/13
Timeline
Resident Chef
African Home Lodge
01.2018 - 01.2021
Resident Chef
High Commission of the Republic of Namibia
01.2016 - 01.2017
Commerce & Home Management Teacher / Boarding Master
Gabane Private Secondary School
01.2005 - 01.2024
Lecturer - Hospitality
Gaborone Institute of Professional Studies (GIPS)
01.2002 - 01.2004
Home Economics Teacher
Gantsi Senior & Sedie CJSS
01.1998 - 01.2001
Duty/Housekeeping Manager
Chibanguza Hotel
01.1996 - 01.1997
Industrial Attachment
Holiday Inn
01.1993 - 01.1994
Bachelor of Technology Education - Clothing, Textile, and Fashion Design
National University of Science & Technology (NUST)
National Diploma in Home Economics Education -
Belvedere Technical Teachers' College
National Certificate in Hotel & Catering Operations -
National Foundation Belvedere Technical Teachers' College
Certificate - Food Science & Technology, Textiles, Housekeeping
Belvedere Technical Teachers' College
Zimbabwe General Certificate of Education - Ordinary Level -
St. Oswald's High School