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MICHAEL TYRON TOLENTINO

85 Lord Howe Crescent, Mawson Lakes,SA

Summary

A confident, friendly and reliable individual who can play an important role in the smooth running of any food preparation area. Able to work under pressure in a fast-moving, customer focused restaurant like environment, courteous and focused on providing a consistently high standard of customer service.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Reepham Hotel
08.2025 - Current
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.

Kitchen Steward

Crowne Plaza Adelaide
08.2023 - Current
  • Washed utensils, cookware, dishes and trays.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining dishwashing and cleaning processes.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen, resulting in improved health and safety inspections.
  • Drained, stacked and dried items after washing.
  • Accepted opportunities to learn new skills, improve performance and cross-train for other positions.
  • Tasked with removal of garbage and refuse, mopping and sweeping floors and washing walls.

Line Cook

The Strand Cafe'
09.2023 - 07.2024
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.

Education

Diploma - Hospitality Management

Queensford College
Level 11/90, King William St, Adelaide, 5000
04-2025

Certificate IV - Kitchen Management

Queensford College
Level 11/90 King William St, Adelaide, SA, 5000
10-2024

Advance Diploma - Hospitality Management

Queensford College
Adelaide, SA
04-2026

Skills

  • Excellent communication and social skills
  • Good computation and accounting skills
  • Ability to work under pressure
  • Ability to meet deadlines
  • High level of logic and analytical skills
  • Ability to learn new things quickly

Timeline

Chef

Reepham Hotel
08.2025 - Current

Line Cook

The Strand Cafe'
09.2023 - 07.2024

Kitchen Steward

Crowne Plaza Adelaide
08.2023 - Current

Diploma - Hospitality Management

Queensford College

Certificate IV - Kitchen Management

Queensford College

Advance Diploma - Hospitality Management

Queensford College

Training

  • Fundamentals of Professional Cookery, 08/21/22
  • Introduction to Food and Beverage Services, 08/23/22
  • Preparing Sandwiches, 08/25/23
  • Preparing Meat Dishes, 08/28/23
  • Preparing Cakes, 09/03/23
MICHAEL TYRON TOLENTINO