Lester De Jesus
Mariveles,Philippines
Summary
I am a highly-motivated employee with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and high interpersonal skills. Able to work effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed to working hard and as a team member.
I am punctual and understand the importance of correct food handling practices and hygiene.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista/Store Manager
Life World Trading Est.
Seahat , Saudi Arabia
2020.06 - 2023.12
- Sliced fruits, vegetables and meats for use in food service.
- Identified opportunities for cost savings through waste reduction initiatives.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
- Ensured all equipment was maintained in proper working order according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Assisted in the preparation of baked goods including muffins, cookies, scones, cakes.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies and restocked when necessary.
- Organized workstations efficiently so that tasks could be completed quickly during peak hours.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, including proper food handling and cleanliness standards.
- Checked temperatures of freezers, refrigerators or heating equipment to verify proper functioning.
- Identified operational issues and implemented appropriate process improvements to promote workplace safety and productivity.
Kitchen Administrator
Innovasia Manpower Services Inc.
Bataan , Philippines
2019.07 - 2020.03
- Monitored food safety practices to ensure compliance with health regulations.
- Created menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Implemented cost-saving strategies while maintaining high standards of quality.
- Ordered necessary supplies for smooth functioning of the kitchen operations.
- Assisted in developing recipes and testing new products.
- Developed efficient systems for ordering, receiving, storing, and distributing food items.
- Oversaw meal preparation and monitored food handling to encourage safety.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Promoted safe working conditions by monitoring safety procedures and equipment.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Ensured that all kitchen equipment was in proper working order.
Cook
Subic International Hotel Corporation
Subic , Philippines
2015.07 - 2019.03
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
Education
National Certificate 111 - Ships' Cook
Technical Education Skills And Development Auth
Manila, Philippines2024-07
National Certificate I - Ships' Catering Services
Technical Education And Skills Development Auth
Manila, Philippines2018-05
Certificate of Completion - Hoteliers Couse Messman
Maritime Training Centre Of The Philippines
Manila, Philippines2017-06
Skills
- International Cuisine Knowledge
- Ordering Procedures
- Espresso machine operation
- Food Preparation
- Fluent in english
- Safe Food Handling Practices
- Self Motivation
- Reliable and Dependable
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Recipe-based cooking
Languages
English
Professional
Arabic
Elementary
Tagalog (Filipino)
Professional
Family
- My 1st priority outside work is my family. My partner and I have 3 children aged 13, 11 and 10 years of age.
- I have always been able to find some work to support them although in the Philippines at times this is very hard.
- I have worked abroad in Saudi Arabia twice on contract to enhance the quality of life for my family at home in the Philippines but at the cost of being separated from my family for 3 year periods.
- Due to my wife having a sister and her family established in Australia (Australian husband), I see opportunity there for my family to seek a better life.
- I am clean living and God fearing person with no criminal record.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Barista/Store Manager
Life World Trading Est.
2020.06 - 2023.12
Kitchen Administrator
Innovasia Manpower Services Inc.
2019.07 - 2020.03
Cook
Subic International Hotel Corporation
2015.07 - 2019.03
National Certificate 111 - Ships' Cook
Technical Education Skills And Development Auth
National Certificate I - Ships' Catering Services
Technical Education And Skills Development Auth
Certificate of Completion - Hoteliers Couse Messman
Maritime Training Centre Of The Philippines
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