Q&A with Anele Tembe
“Q&A with past student of Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine, Anele Tembe.”
Name the most important thing you were taught at Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine.
Chef Jackie taught me responsibility, how to be independent and to step out of my everyday comfort zone.
How did Jackie Cameron's teachings change your life?
Chef Jackie’s teachings changed my life in the sense that I humbled myself in the kitchen environment and out of the kitchen. They also changed my perspective - that individuals do things differently and one should be open minded to learning.
How would you describe Jackie Cameron?
Hard working and committed.
How would you describe yourself after Jackie Cameron's teachings?
Open minded, with a better insight into the industry and culinary arts/wine.
Would you recommend Jackie Cameron School of Food & Wine to anyone interested in the culinary industry?
Yes, I would if they were passionate and willing to work hard.
Would you recommend the hospitality industry as a career?
I would indeed, it’s such a broad career and one can be involved in more categories than expected.
What attributes – do you think - made Jackie Cameron successful?
Being hard working and fully committed.
In your opinion, is success worthwhile?
Certainly, for those yearning for it.