Founder’s profile.
“The ability to serve is one of the most precious gifts given to mankind”. (Unknown Author)
Lehlogonolo Donmichaels Gunene is a young aspiring entrepreneur. He was born and raised in Pretoria North, Soshanguve and now runs his business in the city of Ekurhuleni, Kempton Park. He sees “food” as a connecting force between people and one that is going to be around for a long time.
His main dream is to bring five star services to client’s dinner tables across South Africa and abroad, as such creating and perfecting the art of cooking has been first on his list of priorities. Having trained at both four and five star hotels and top catering companies in Johannesburg, he is well on his way to taking Donmichaels Lifestyle to new heights. Company history
Our first official dish was served in early January 2003 prepared by our young aspiring chef and founder Of Donmichaels Lifestyle, Lehlogonolo Donmichaels Gunene. Donmichaels Lifestyle has spent over 11 years setting up an infrastructure that will meet and exceed customer satisfaction. Our services offer a wide range of Hospitality packages that include:
Executive Catering
Total Events Managing
Wine, French brandy and Cognac Distribution. We are about arriving at your premises in full uniform with bags of food unprepared so we can put on a show for you and your guests. We are not just in this business to feed people or to make the most award winning recipes and dishes; we are in it to be remembered, so if it is a private, corporate, or an informal occasion where you want to have fun minus the hard work we will only be honoured to be of service . Our infrastructure can handle from 2 to 5000 people at any given time and yes we can organize from your linen to the type of teaspoon to match your theme. We are trained and qualified to ensure total guest satisfaction is met and exceeded. Our company reputation is built on repeatedly delivering innovative menus using the best quality ingredients and providing attentive friendly and professional customer service. Services
Apart from cooking delicious meals and providing an outstanding service, here’s a list of other services we offer:
• Hiring of service personnel- waiters, barmen, hosts, master of ceremonies, event coordinators.
• Hiring of linen, gas stoves, and any other hardware you might require for your event
• Sourcing DJ’s for your event
• Recipe and Menu development and cooking lessons in your own home.
• Wine, French Brandy and Cognac Distribution. Our Target Market
• Film Production Houses
• Events Management companies
• Quintessential Business Individuals
• Home executives
• Executive Hotels, Concierge Companies and restaurants. Our Most Popular Packages
Executive catering package
This service is a fine dining experience in the comfort of your own home wherein you are entertaining guests. It is our number selling package as it includes surprise gifts and interesting benefits. Set Catering Packages
We have set catering Menus to suit any occasion. Set catering packages are designed for a larger group of people. Wine packages
Our private wine cellar delivers wine across the land of South Africa, we specialise in good quality wine that is unlabelled. We deliver monthly to our existing client base in and around Johannesburg. The Mission Statement
To add value in the communities we operate by using locally produced goods,
To build sustainable relationships with our customers, service providers and associates,
And to always provide a quality service at a reasonable price. The Vision Statement
Our vision is to grow from a small catering company to a franchise of mobile kitchens and outlets in the next five years. To build a cookery School in Soweto, Soshanguve and Daveyton in 7 years
Social Investment Policy
We at Donmichaels lifestyle believe that helping the communities we operate in has a positive effect on our business, our associates and the people in that community. We have a programme where we forge relationships with non-profit organisations to distribute food items to children under their care. We are looking to get as many corporates and individuals involved in the plight of making sure that these children don’t go hungry. Our Clients Base
Ants Multimedia
Nkonki Auditing
W apartments
Quintessentially
Quizzical pictures
Executive Catering Packages:
These packages are designed to be intimate, heart-warming and smooth. Services include a private chef for the evening and support staff. Most of our client’s enjoy either a three or a five course meal priced between R259.00 to R800.00 per head. Menu
Assorted Canapés with various toppings
Spicy tomato Soup with a toasted Herb Brochette
Lemon parfait
Cajun Chicken Roulade stuffed with wild mushrooms accompanied by
Baby Courgette and classic Potato Rosti
Choc mousse cake with an exotic Fruit Skewer
Set Catering Menus:
These are priced from R120 up to R200 per person. Perfect for a Simple Setting. Breakfast
Eggs
Mushrooms
Sausages (Chicken or Beef)
Baked Beans
Grilled tomato
Lunch
Served with two salads, selection of meat dishes and two starches:
Summer Salad
Indian Chicken Curry
Beef Casserole
Vegetable Lasagna
Penne pasta Bolognese
Ginger and Black pepper Crumbed Fish
Braaied Steak with homemade potato chips
Beef burgers with homemade potato chips
Chili Coriander Chicken served with Spinach mash potato
Vegetarian Selection
Grilled Halloumi, brinjal and pepper Sandwich topped with a tomato Relish
Roasted vegetable Stir Fry served with Sweet basil Butternut
Snacks Table
Assorted Crisps
Sweets and Biscuits
Seasonal Fruits
Assorted Sandwiches
Tea & Coffee
Flavoured Water
Business Profile of Donmichaels Lifestyle Pty Ltd
Suite 57 Suntide Club
101 Mooiriver Drive
Norkem Park
1619
Satellite Kitchen Address
1502 Block G
Soshanguve
0152
Donmichaels Gunene
0843424802
Itumeleng Madumo
0613643116