Mark Edrome Casauran
Concord,NSW
Summary
Highly motivated candidate with experience in food service. I am a diligent, flexible, hardworking individual who can function well both independently and in a group setting. I enjoy interacting with other people, providing customer service, and the challenges that come with the job. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchenhand
Maranello's Woodfire Pizza
04.2023 - Current
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation by thoroughly washing dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Maintained a well-organized work area by consistently cleaning surfaces and organizing supplies.
- Supported chefs in food preparation tasks such as chopping ingredients, peeling vegetables, and marinating meats.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by efficiently handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously under pressure.
- Assisted with meal presentation, garnishing dishes, and arranging serving platters to create an appealing visual display.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff members to ensure smooth workflow during peak dining hours.
- Chopped vegetables, cut up fruit, and prepared sauces when kitchen staff was busy.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
Cook/ Restaurant All Rounder
Putney Charcoal
04.2023 - Current
- Demonstrated versatility in executing various cooking methods such as grilling and frying for optimal burger, wrap, and roll preparation.
- Contributed to increased sales by creating visually appealing and delicious burgers, wraps and rolls that met customers'' expectations.
- Inspected production, employee work, raw materials and finished products to check quality and compliance with specifications.
- Provided support to crew members, facilitating quick food preparation and delivery.
- Distributed food to team members with efficiency in high-volume environment.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Verified order accuracy and quality ahead of service to maintain standards.
Assistant Cook
Manuel's Homestay And Restaurant
06.2021 - 01.2023
- Prepared high-quality dishes by following prescribed recipes and adhering to strict quality standards.
- Maintained proper food safety practices, ensuring a healthy and safe dining environment for guests.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail while plating dishes, enhancing the overall presentation of each meal.
- Supported head chef in developing innovative recipes, resulting in higher customer satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to execute successful daily meal services for up to 200 guests.
- Assisted catering teams during special events, ensuring timely delivery of exceptional meals while working under pressure.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
Waiter
Lake Placid Lodge
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive service and anticipating guest needs.
- Streamlined order processing for increased efficiency through clear communication with kitchen staff.
- Maintained a clean and organized dining area, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere for guests.
- Managed high volume of customers during peak hours, maintaining prompt and efficient service.
- Set up banquet events according to specific client requirements, ensuring a successful event experience for all attendees.
- Provided support during busy periods by assisting other servers in cleaning tables and resetting them quickly for incoming guests.
- Handled customer complaints diplomatically, working towards satisfactory solutions that ultimately retained loyal clientele.
- Exhibited strong multitasking abilities, balancing multiple tables and orders while delivering prompt service.
- Maintained customer satisfaction by clarifying questions about orders and specialty items.
Education
Diploma - Kitchen Management
Queensford College
Parramatta, NSW05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Hotel And Restaurant Management
Northwestern University
Laoag, Philippines05.2019
Skills
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Ingredient Preparation
- Kitchen Staff Support
- Kitchen Organization
- Kitchen Cleaning and Maintenance
- Food Production
- Knife Skills
- Kitchen Station Restocking
- Stock Rotation
Timeline
Kitchenhand
Maranello's Woodfire Pizza
04.2023 - Current
Cook/ Restaurant All Rounder
Putney Charcoal
04.2023 - Current
Assistant Cook
Manuel's Homestay And Restaurant
06.2021 - 01.2023
Waiter
Lake Placid Lodge
06.2018 - 02.2019
Diploma - Kitchen Management
Queensford College
Bachelor of Science - Hotel And Restaurant Management
Northwestern University
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