SIMULASI WAWANCARA SBM POLTEKPAR 2025 JURUSAN SENI KULINER Mohammad Zidane Akbar Dzikrillah

Summary

The video features an interview with Zidan Akbar, a culinary arts student, where he discusses his background, experiences, and future aspirations. Zidan talks about his journey from high school to vocational school, his internship experiences at Hotel Haris Surabaya, and his passion for cooking, particularly in Western and Indonesian cuisines. He shares his plans to open a Japanese restaurant and outlines his daily routine. The conversation also touches on his entrepreneurship experience and feedback on his English skills. The interview concludes with insights into his future goals in the culinary industry.

Takeaways

• 😀 Zidan Akbar introduces himself as a graduate of SMK Negeri 2 Jombang, specializing in culinary arts, and shares his experience as a chairman of the English club.
• 😀 Zidan chose to pursue a career in culinary arts due to his love for cooking and his dream of becoming a chef, with a strong influence from researching hospitality universities in Indonesia.
• 😀 Zidan's internship experience at Hotel Haris Surabaya taught him the importance of responsibility, discipline, and the details of kitchen operations like preparing appetizers, sauces, and main courses.
• 😀 Zidan highlights his experience in preparing Western dishes such as macaron, pasta, pizza, and Indonesian dishes like fried rice and soups, showcasing his culinary versatility.
• 😀 One of Zidan's favorite dishes to prepare is Italian meatloaf, which he can also create as a fusion dish with Japanese elements, such as wrapping it in nori and steaming it.
• 😀 Zidan mentions the Minister of Tourism in Indonesia as Sandiaga Uno and shares several well-known destinations like Mandalika Circuit and Borobudur Temple.
• 😀 Zidan's future career plans include gaining more culinary experience, working in top restaurants or hotels, and eventually opening his own Japanese restaurant.
• 😀 Zidan's mother runs a side business making cakes, particularly for Idul Fitri, although Zidan is not interested in pursuing cakes himself.
• 😀 Zidan’s daily routine involves waking up early for prayers, attending school, studying, and playing games in the evening, reflecting his balanced approach to life and education.
• 😀 Zidan has some experience with entrepreneurship, having worked on a school project where he made cookies and chicken noodles, though he's currently not pursuing these projects.
• 😀 The feedback from the interview emphasized Zidan’s strong English skills, the need to delve deeper into his hotel internship experiences, and a suggestion to expand his menu knowledge with both international and local dishes.

Q & A

Why did Zidan choose culinary arts as his major?

Zidan chose culinary arts because he loves to cook. His dream of becoming a chef started in junior high school, and he wanted to gain more experience in the culinary field.

What influenced Zidan's decision to study at Poltek NHI Bandung?

Zidan chose Poltek NHI Bandung because of its good reputation and the success of its alumni. After researching hospitality universities in Indonesia, he found that this institution was highly regarded.

What was Zidan's role during his internship at Hotel Haris Surabaya?

During his internship, Zidan worked as a cook helper. He was responsible for preparing condiments, sauces, appetizers, main courses, and soups. He learned the importance of discipline and responsibility in a professional kitchen.

What are some of the dishes Zidan cooked during his internship?

Zidan cooked several dishes, including macaron, pasta, pizza, fried rice, pumpkin soup, mushroom soup, and a fusion of Western and Indonesian dishes.

Can you describe Zidan's approach to cooking the Italian meatloaf?

Zidan described making Italian meatloaf by mixing ground beef with breadcrumbs, onions, Italian herbs, and spices. He then fusioned it with Japanese flavors by rolling it in nori and smoking it for added flavor.

What are Zidan's future career plans after graduating from Poltek NHI Bandung?

Zidan plans to gain more experience working in restaurants or hotels. After accumulating enough experience and saving money, he hopes to open his own Japanese restaurant.

Did Zidan's family background influence his career choice?

Yes, Zidan's mother made cakes, which influenced his interest in the culinary arts. However, Zidan is not particularly interested in cakes and prefers savory dishes.

What type of restaurant does Zidan want to open in the future?

Zidan wants to open a Japanese restaurant. He was advised by his brother that it is a good business opportunity.

How did Zidan's daily routine reflect his commitment to his career?

Zidan's daily routine includes waking up early, attending classes, studying culinary arts, and even taking extra courses related to his studies. After his academic commitments, he enjoys playing games in his free time.

What feedback did the interviewer give to Zidan regarding his interview?

The interviewer praised Zidan's English-speaking skills but suggested he could provide more depth in describing his internship experience and the dishes he cooked. The interviewer also advised him to have a clearer step-by-step plan for his future career and entrepreneurial goals.