Marciana Bengtayen
Glenfin, Seville Grove,Australia
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at South Beach, excelling in food quality and hygiene practices. Proven ability to efficiently prepare and present dishes for large events, showcasing adaptability and teamwork. Recognized for maintaining high standards in food safety while delivering exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
South Beach
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Prepared and plated dishes with consistent quality and presentation
- Served orders efficiently while maintaining portion and quality standards
- Worked closely with the team to support smooth kitchen operations
- Maintained cleanliness and hygiene in all kitchen areas
- Supported functions and VIP event service as required for over 300pax - 600pax
- Operated fryers and prepared fish and chips, burgers, and other hot items
Coordinator
Sungrass Property Group
12.2023 - 03.2025
- Coordinated guest room cleaning based on daily check-in/check-out schedules
- Assigned room attendants and monitored task completion and cleanliness standards
- Unloaded, stocked, and distributed linens, cleaning chemicals, and amenities
- Performed detailed room cleaning, including making beds, dusting, vacuuming, and sanitizing bathrooms
- Ensured cleaning equipment and supplies were properly prepared and maintained
General Worker
Abalone World
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Worked collaboratively in a diverse team of 20-35 staff across production tasks
- Helped implement a new global distribution system for abalone products
- Performed product packing, canning, teething, and weighing with accuracy and efficiency
- Ensured quality control and consistency throughout the production line
Commis Chef (Pizza, Burger & Fusion)
Paradise Gold Coast
09.2021 - 07.2023
- Set up kitchen stations with bulk utensils and equipment for daily operations
- Studied recipes and prepared required ingredients ahead of service especially for function events to serve 600 - 800 pax
- Cooked dishes efficiently while maintaining quality and consistency
- Delegated tasks and supervised team performance as designated leader
- Communicated daily specials to waitstaff for smooth service coordination
- Ensured visually appealing and well-presented plates
- Adapted recipes to meet special dietary needs (e.g. gluten-free, halal)
- Monitored food stock levels and placed replenishment orders
- Checked freshness and safely discarded expired items
- Maintained full compliance with health and safety regulations
- Took and managed orders during high-volume service as needed and/or especially for bulk preparations
Cook & Wait Staff
Asami Teppanyaki
Surfers Paradise, QLD
12.2020 - 10.2021
- Assisted head chef with prep tasks and kitchen support during service also for maxed out 200-300pax
- Topped up ingredients and ensured mise en place readiness
- Cut and sliced vegetables for teppanyaki and side dishes
- Maintained cleanliness of tables and dining areas
- Took customer orders and served food and beverages promptly
Education
Advance Diploma - Hospitality Management
Imagine Education Australia
02.2025
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Imagine Education Australia
08.2022
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Imagine Education Australia
12.2021
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Imagine Education Australia
05.2021
BSIT -
University of Baguio
PhilippinesBA - ENG
University of Baguio
PhilippinesSkills
- Food quality
- Hygiene practices
- Food preparation
- Adaptable
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Time management
- Bulk Prep
- Function Events
- Food safety
Hobbies and Interests
- Member of Badminton club
- Traveling
- Hiking
- Listening to music
- Sharing a great meal with family and friends
References
- SeunghuMin Park, Head chef, min@southbeach.net.au
- Liz Tang, Manager, elysian@sungrass.com.au
- Kycel Tagki, kyceladelaine.tagki@yahoo.com
- Mark Joseph, Supervisor, mark.ambray@paradiseresort.com.au
- Julian Lee, Manager, +61 431 607 752
- Debraliz Gabol, Supervisor, accounts@pbcqld.com.au
- Shariene Gayudan, Manager, sharienegayudan@gmail.com
Timeline
Chef
South Beach
01.2025 - 07.2025
Coordinator
Sungrass Property Group
12.2023 - 03.2025
General Worker
Abalone World
07.2022 - 12.2023
Commis Chef (Pizza, Burger & Fusion)
Paradise Gold Coast
09.2021 - 07.2023
Cook & Wait Staff
Asami Teppanyaki
12.2020 - 10.2021
Advance Diploma - Hospitality Management
Imagine Education Australia
Diploma - Hospitality Management
Imagine Education Australia
Certificate IV - Commercial Cookery
Imagine Education Australia
Certificate III - Commercial Cookery
Imagine Education Australia
BSIT -
University of Baguio
BA - ENG
University of Baguio
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