I'm Tadiwanashe, a culinary enthusiast hailing originally from Zimbabwe and England, who has now found a home in Canada. My cooking journey began when I was just 9, stirred by a Jamie Oliver cooking program. From then, my love for kitchen creativity has only grown, spanning across 6 years of professional experience in a variety of restaurants.
My philosophy of cooking is rooted in the belief of quality over quantity. I enjoy the relaxed rhythm of home cooking, where I can fully flex my creativity while concentrating on curating delicious, homemade culinary delights. As an artist, I take pride in blending my creativity into the meals I create.
My skills and interests stretch beyond just cooking. A confident communicator, I have a fondness for socializing and am always up to engage in enriching conversations. On weekends, I can be found delving into spirited rounds of Magic: The Gathering with friends at local stores in Calgary.
I'm available for work at any point of the day, throughout the week. Whether you require a private/personal cook, a family cook, or a cook for childcare/school, my services cater to each arrangement. My cooking duties span across a wide range, including table setting, serving, children's meal preparation, kitchen cleanliness, food shopping, dishwashing, event food organization, everyday cooking, dietary meals, taking orders from employer, and even managing and supervising kitchen staff.
Equipped with knowledge of modern cooking technology and sanitary standards, you can count on me for reliable, hygienic, and efficient kitchen management. I specialize in Canadian and Italian cuisines but I love learning techniques from multiple cuisines to broaden my culinary capabilities.
I hold a Food Handler's certification, driver's license, and vehicles for job related travel. As a non-smoker with a clean record affirmed by a police check, I ensure a safe environment is maintained at all times.
I’m excited to showcase my culinary talents and establish a strong rapport with you as your go-to cook! Please feel free to ask me anything, or simply say hello. I am an open book!
Been a chef for over 5 years of my life, started cooking when I was 11 and lived every second ever since I took a few cooking classes when I was younger. Enjoy learning new recipes and exploring new flavours but at the heart of it home cooking is what I love most, being able to make fun family dinners and have people enjoy what I make is what drives me to cook daily.
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Private/personal cook, Family cook, Cook for Childcare/School
Food Handler’s Certification