RONNEL ARAGO
Darling Heights Toowoomba,QLD
Summary
To seek a new position that is challenging and rewarding, from which I can learn, to contribute to the company’s development, and utilize many years of experience in all aspects of extensive knowledge in the culinary and food service industries. Enthusiastic Chef eager to develop high-quality menus for new and established restaurants. Reliable, hardworking, and driven to give guests top-quality food. Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HEAD CHEF
FALVEY STOCK HOTEL
HARRISTOWN, QUEENSLAND
01.2025 - Current
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory, sales, labor costs, and other operational costs.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding hygiene and sanitation practices.
- Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
- Monitored food production to guarantee quality standards were met.
- Coordinated with suppliers to negotiate favorable prices on bulk purchases of food items.
- Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
- Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
HEAD CHEF /Sole Trader
AR SPLASH OF TASTE/ RINK 46
DRAYTON , QUEENSLAND
06.2023 - 10.2024
- Supervised the preparation of meals according to customer orders in a timely manner.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding hygiene and sanitation practices.
- Organized special events such as banquets or catering services when required.
- Monitored food production to guarantee quality standards were met.
- Organized kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations during peak service hours.
- Created weekly work schedules for kitchen personnel based on anticipated business volume.
HEAD CHEF
Royal Hotel Toowoomba
Ruthven St. Toowoomba , QLD
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Monitored line processes to ensure quality, quantity, and presentation consistency.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, performance reviews, and disciplinary actions.
- Collaborated with staff to prepare meals for large banquets efficiently.
- Created innovative recipes and advanced dishes for diverse menus.
- Forecasted supply needs and estimated costs for kitchen operations.
- Verified compliance with menu item preparation and customer special requests.
- Inspected kitchens to assess food preparation quality, appearance, and cleanliness.
- Maintained high food quality standards by verifying product quality upon delivery.
CHEF
Blue Mountain Hotel
New England Highway Harlaxton, Queensland
01.2019 - 11.2021
- 264 New England highway, Harlaxton qld 4350 Telephone No.+ (61) 0746323258.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Modernized processes for kitchen staff to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
CHEF
PICNIC POINT CAFÉ & RESTAURANT
Tourist Road , Toowoomba, QLD
12.2019 - 06.2021
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends,
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
HEADCHEF
HIGHFIELD TAVERN
Crn O’Brien & Highfields Road, Highfields , Philippines
12.2016 - 01.2019
HEAD CHEF
THE TEA TERRACE - London
5th Floor , House of Fraser 318 Oxford St.,, London W1C 1HF
01.2014 - 09.2015
HEAD CHEF
THE GROVE (SW19) LIMITED (THE WATERMILL RESTAURANT
3,4, & 6 The Coles Shop 12 Watermill Way SW19 2RD, United Kingdom
07.2012 - 01.2014
SOUS CHEF
THE GROVE (SW19) LIMITED
12 Watermill Way SW19 2RD, London United Kingdom
09.2011 - 06.2012
SOUS CHEF
THE SWAN HOTEL
11 West Street, Alresford, Hampshire SO24 9AD, United Kingdom
06.2008 - 08.2011
Education
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
Brisbane Business & Hospitality Training
Level 3, Kippax St., Surry Hills NSW03.2017
Hotel And Restaurant Management
International Correspondence School Hotel Restaurant
Manila Philippines, Philippines05.2002
Bachelor of Science - BS in Criminology
Phil. College of Criminology
641 Sales St., Sta. Cruz Manila Philippines1992
Electronics Communication Engineering
Central Colleges of The Philippines
52 Aurora Blvd., Q.C. Philippines1988
High School Graduate
Roosevelt Memorial High School
Quezon City Philippines1986
Skills
- Team Collaboration
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Coordinating Kitchen Staff
- Decision Making
- Menu Planning
- Cost Control and Budgeting
- Sanitation and Cleaning
- Supply Ordering
- Quality Control and Oversight
- Standards Compliance
- Staff Supervision and Coordination
- Food Production Timing
- Team Building and Development
Certification
* April 29, 2014 The Chartered Institute Of Environmental Health
Demonstrate Excellent Food Safety Standard
Hotelympia Excel London ( Medal and Certificate Awarded) and
Finalist for Masterchef of Great Britain Challenge
* February 27, 2012 The Chartered Institute Of Environmental Health
Demonstrate Excellent Food Safety Standard
Hotelympia Excel London
* 26 Feb – 01 March 2012 Tilda Chef of the Year
Hotelympia 2012 Excel London
Merit Award
* September 26 – 28, 1997 Chef on Parade ’97 (B1 Hot Dish Competition)
World Trade Center Manila, Philippines
* April 30, 1997 Pasta Cooking Competition
Les Toques Blanches Philippines
3rd National Trophy Certificate
* September 20 – 22, 1995 Chef on Parade ‘95
Manila, Philippines
Team Member: Cuisine Naturelle/Silver Medalistary 27, 2012 The Chartered Institute Of Environmental Health
Demonstrate Excellent Food Safety Standard
Hotelympia Excel London
* 26 Feb – 01 March 2012 Tilda Chef of the Year
Hotelympia 2012 Excel London
Merit Award
* September 26 – 28, 1997 Chef on Parade ’97 (B1 Hot Dish Competition)
World Trade Center Manila, Philippines
* April 30, 1997 Pasta Cooking Competition
Les Toques Blanches Philippines
3rd National Trophy Certificate
* September 20 – 22, 1995 Chef on Parade ‘95
Manila, Philippines
Team Member: Cuisine Naturelle/Silver Medalist
Additional Information
- Drivers License : , 121923409 until 10.12.26 Medicare Number : 4408458574 / 1 until 07/2030
References
Manageress
* NICK HARTH
Head Chef
Picnic Point Toowoomba
Tel no.: 0403469828
* BAOU WEST
Head Chef
Blue Mountain Hotel
264 New England highway, Harlaxton qld 4350
Telephone No.+ (61) 0746323258
* ALEX HAUG
Former Chef Highfields Tavern
0422945045
* ANGELA GRAHAM (June 2008 to August 2011)
The Swan Hotel
11 West Street Alresford
Hants SO24 9AD
Telephone no: +4401962732302
Email add: swanhotel@btinternet.com
TRAININGS
* May 2024 Food safety Training (supervisor)
* June 2021 Food Safety training
Toowoomba Qld.
* February 24, 2017 FOOD SAFETY SUPERVISION SKILL SET
o Hygienic Practiced for Food Safety
o Safe Food Handling Practices
By: Australian Institute of Food Safety
* January 09, 2013 Food Safety Level 2 Certificate No: 21563
Food Legal Limited / WTY Group
www.wtygroup.co.uk
* October 16,2009 Health and Safety Level 2
Highfield.co.uk.Ltd
Timeline
HEAD CHEF
FALVEY STOCK HOTEL
01.2025 - Current
HEAD CHEF /Sole Trader
AR SPLASH OF TASTE/ RINK 46
06.2023 - 10.2024
HEAD CHEF
Royal Hotel Toowoomba
06.2021 - 06.2023
CHEF
PICNIC POINT CAFÉ & RESTAURANT
12.2019 - 06.2021
CHEF
Blue Mountain Hotel
01.2019 - 11.2021
HEADCHEF
HIGHFIELD TAVERN
12.2016 - 01.2019
HEAD CHEF
THE TEA TERRACE - London
01.2014 - 09.2015
HEAD CHEF
THE GROVE (SW19) LIMITED (THE WATERMILL RESTAURANT
07.2012 - 01.2014
SOUS CHEF
THE GROVE (SW19) LIMITED
09.2011 - 06.2012
SOUS CHEF
THE SWAN HOTEL
06.2008 - 08.2011
Certificate IV in Commercial Cookery
Brisbane Business & Hospitality Training
Hotel And Restaurant Management
International Correspondence School Hotel Restaurant
Bachelor of Science - BS in Criminology
Phil. College of Criminology
Electronics Communication Engineering
Central Colleges of The Philippines
High School Graduate
Roosevelt Memorial High School
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