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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Carmela Marie Cueto

Unit 73/8 Peninsula Avenue, Cornubia,QLD

Summary

Food-loving Restaurant Cook with keen understanding of kitchen safety and sanitation guidelines and regulations. Dedicated employee known for cooking meals to order and overseeing special dietary requests. Pursuing position in established organizations where focus and dedication are highly sought. Productive employee with proven track record of successful project management and producing quality outcomes through leadership and team motivation. Works with clients to determine requirements and provide excellent service.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Cook (Level 4)

Airport Retail Enterprises
Hamilton Central, Queensland
10.2023 - 01.2024
  • Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
  • Requested supplies and equipment orders, explaining needs to managers.
  • Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
  • Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
  • Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
  • Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.

Cook (Level 3)

The Sporting Globe
Loganholme, Queensland
11.2023 - 12.2024
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
  • Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.

Cook (Level 2)

Pelican Cafe
Redland Bay, Queensland
07.2023 - 11.2023
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
  • Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
  • Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.

Owner/Line Cook

7 Days Cafe
Lipa Batangas, Philippines
03.2018 - 06.2023
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
  • Received and stored food and supplies.
  • Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct food temperature for high scores on health inspections.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment ensuring proper functioning order.
  • Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
  • Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
  • Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
  • Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.

Education

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality

Page Institute
Eight Mile Plains, QLD
08-2025

Skills

  • Recipe-Based Cooking
  • Food Handling
  • Food Presentation
  • Knife Skills
  • Food Plating
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Food Preparation
  • Cleaning and Organization
  • Performance Improvement
  • Recipe Development
  • Cooking Techniques
  • Frying
  • Sanitation
  • Grilling
  • Supply Restocking

Certification

  • Driver's License

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Cook (Level 3)

The Sporting Globe
11.2023 - 12.2024

Cook (Level 4)

Airport Retail Enterprises
10.2023 - 01.2024

Cook (Level 2)

Pelican Cafe
07.2023 - 11.2023

Owner/Line Cook

7 Days Cafe
03.2018 - 06.2023

Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery Diploma of Hospitality Management - Hospitality

Page Institute

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