The sleepless nights, the struggles, and the challenges I encountered during the course have all finally paid off. All glory, honor, and praise to our Heavenly Father.”
For more than two decades, Taisi Suve’s journey has been defined by resilience, humility, and hard work.
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From his early days as a kitchen hand at Lamana Hotel to his current role as Catering Manager at PRL15 Herd Base, his story has inspired many.
Now, with the completion of his National Certificate 3 in Training and Assessment at IEA College of TAFE, Taisi has added a new dimension to his career: becoming a mentor and trainer.
The course was not easy. “There were sleepless nights just to complete and submit assignments on time,” he recalls.
“Sometimes the power went out, and I had to spend a night or two at a friend’s house just to finish my work.”
One of the highlights of his training was meeting a fellow student who turned out to be a published author and former Secretary for the 2018 APEC Meeting in Port Moresby.
“It was a pleasure to personally meet this great man,” Taisi says.
The skills he gained at TAFE have already reshaped his outlook. “I used to think teaching was easy,” he admits.
“But I realized that becoming a trainer is one of the most challenging careers. It requires planning and execution that best suit the type of audience or learners.”
For Taisi, the support of JPFSL in sponsoring his training was life changing.
“In my years of culinary journey, I have never come across a company that invests so much in its employees. JPFSL builds, molds, and shapes employees from scratch into professionals. Without JPFSL, I wouldn’t have achieved this certificate.”
He is determined to give back. “I hope to build a strong and energetic team by mentoring, training, and upskilling staff, and to uplift standards within the catering department. Together, we will strive for success in the years to come.”
His advice to aspiring chefs is heartfelt: “If you have been in the burning kitchen for too long, it’s about time you get out of it.
Relieve yourself from the heat, the pressure, and the long hours. Pass on that knowledge, those skills, and cooking techniques to the upcoming generation. Be a mentor, a trainer, and be inspirational to the young generation.”
For Taisi Suve, the certificate is more than a qualification; it is a calling—a calling to teach, lead, and inspire.
And as he continues his journey, he carries with him the same message that has guided him from the very beginning:
“Humble yourself. Do what you can. There are always people watching.”