Obakeng Tlhapi

Obakeng Tlhapi is an experienced menu developer currently working at Famous Brands since October 2021, focusing on innovative menu offerings for captive market brands such as Netcafe and Europa. Responsibilities include managing the new product development process, conducting competitor analysis, and overseeing packaging innovation. Prior roles include Product Development Consultant at Boxer Superstores, where bakery and deli operations were managed, and a Leading Brands Product Development Intern at Famous Brands, specializing in product innovation and menu engineering. Obakeng's background also includes a Food & Beverage Management Internship at Intercontinental Johannesburg Sandton Towers and a Hotel Management Trainee position at The Kerzner@UJ. Obakeng holds a Bachelor of Technology in Hospitality and a Diploma in Food and Beverage Operations from the University of Johannesburg.