Mkhululi Makoni

Dynamic and results-driven hospitality executive with 22 years experience focused on
increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently
executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and
strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational
acumen. Proven track record of transforming underperforming operations into high-revenue,
service-driven establishments. Strong expertise in strategic operations management, business
development and team performance optimization.
Successfully led operational turnarounds, exceeded aggressive revenue targets, and built
high-performing teams across luxury hotels and fine-dining establishments.
Currently advancing academic qualification in BBA Hospitality Management to further
enhance executive leadership capability.

• Acting General Manager  - Jan 2025 - Dec 2025                                                                                        Iskhondo Security - Polokwane, Limpopo          
• Food and Beverage Manager  - Sep 2020 - Aug 2024                                                                                      Palala Boutique Game Lodge - Lephalale, Limpopo
• Deputy General Manager  - Feb 2017 - May 2020                                                                                               Signature Fine Dining - Pretoria, Gauteng
• Senior Restaurant Manager - Dec 2015 - Nov 2016                                                                                          The Maslow Hotel - Sandton, Johannesburg
• Restaurant Manager - Mar 2009 - Nov 2015                                                                                                 Saxon Boutique Hotel - Sandton, Johannesburg
•  Restaurant Manager - Nov 2007 - Nov 2009                                                                                               Auberge Mitchel Restaurant - Sandton, Johannesburg

• BA Bachelors’ in Hospitality Management (currently studying)
  INTERNATIONAL HOTEL SCHOOL
• Diploma in International Tourism  - 2001 - 2002
  CITY & GUILDS INSTITUTE
• Certificate in Cape Wine Masters  - 2010
  CAPE WINE MASTERS
• Training on Cigars                   - 2011
  SAXON BOUTIQUE HOTEL
• Training on Cognac                - 2012
  SAXON BOUTIQUE HOTEL