Hardworking and passionate candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef De Partie
Hamilton Island Enterprises
10.2024 - Current
Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
Improved customer satisfaction by attentively addressing dietary restrictions and special requests.
Managed inventory efficiently, rotating stock to ensure freshness while minimizing spoilage or waste.
Demi Chef
Hamilton Island Enterprises
07.2023 - 10.2024
Increased speed of service by efficiently multitasking during peak dining hours while maintaining consistent dish quality.
Mentored junior staff members, providing guidance on proper cooking techniques and kitchen best practices.
Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among kitchen staff.
Commis Chef
Events-Hamilton Island Enterprises
11.2022 - 07.2023
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment
Adhered to food safety regulations and culinary best practices in preparation of ingredients and meals
Sous Chef
El Camino Cantina
06.2022 - 10.2022
Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality
Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows
Overseeing scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen
Sous Chef
El Camino Cantina
10.2021 - 06.2022
Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment
Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles
Planning the food budget for the week
Overseeing the roster for the week with the head chef
Sous Chef
El Camino Cantina
02.2021 - 10.2021
Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business
Reduced restaurant's annual food and labor costs through proper budgeting, scheduling and management of inventory
Managed kitchen staff, supervised preparation of foods, and explained steps for readying specialty items
Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers
Cook
El Camino Cantina
11.2018 - 01.2021
Reduced costs and losses through regular rotation of fresh food items and employment of waste-reduction food prep techniques
Monitored stock levels of both ingredients and seasonings, notifying Head Chef of low levels to support ordering
Adhered to food safety regulations and culinary best practices in preparation of ingredients and meals
Culinary Intern
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
11.2016 - 11.2017
Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity
Checked expiration dates, rotated food, and removed any items that were no longer usable
Demonstrated respect, friendliness, and willingness to help wherever needed
Provided big food production at pastry banquets for functions and for amenities in the hotel
Maintained food safety and sanitation standards
Education
Bachelor of Science - International Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts
Lyceum of The Philippines University
03.2016
Skills
Budgeting and Cost Control
Food Ordering and Requisitions
Safe Food Handling
Temperature Monitoring
Safe Work Practices
Restaurant Operation
Coaching and Mentoring
Conflict Resolution
Food Preparation
Quality Control and Oversight
Customer Service
Certification
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, 01/01/22
Food Safety System Training, 09/01/16
I'M ALERT Food Safety Training, 03/01/21
Statement of Attainment by Australian Institute of Food Safety, 04/01/21
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Hamilton Island Enterprises
10.2024 - Current
Demi Chef
Hamilton Island Enterprises
07.2023 - 10.2024
Commis Chef
Events-Hamilton Island Enterprises
11.2022 - 07.2023
Sous Chef
El Camino Cantina
06.2022 - 10.2022
Sous Chef
El Camino Cantina
10.2021 - 06.2022
Sous Chef
El Camino Cantina
02.2021 - 10.2021
Cook
El Camino Cantina
11.2018 - 01.2021
Culinary Intern
Fontainebleau Miami Beach
11.2016 - 11.2017
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery, 01/01/22
Food Safety System Training, 09/01/16
I'M ALERT Food Safety Training, 03/01/21
Statement of Attainment by Australian Institute of Food Safety, 04/01/21
Bachelor of Science - International Hospitality Management, Culinary Arts
Lyceum of The Philippines University
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