Ulaiasi Rabua
Fiji,Sigatoka
Summary
Dynamic and highly motivated culinary professional with extensive expertise in meat handling, grilling, and butchery, actively pursuing a Butcher position. Demonstrated ability to deliver exceptional food service in high-pressure environments, complemented by strong teamwork and customer service skills. Committed to effective kitchen operations management, ensuring timely and accurate food delivery while fostering collaboration among culinary staff. Recognized for reliability, efficiency, and a steadfast focus on maintaining quality and consistency in fast-paced settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Expeditor
Mana Island Resort & Spa
05.2025 - Current
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely delivery of well-prepared dishes.
- Facilitated smooth meal service by prioritizing ticket orders based on table size and dish complexity.
- Aided in training new hires on efficient expediting practices, improving team performance over time.
- Collaborated with chefs on daily specials, understanding ingredients used and preparation methods for accurate communication to servers.
Culinary/Cook & Butcher Man, Meat Griller
Shangri-La Yanuca Island Resort & Spa
11.2021 - 06.2024
- Managed meat preparation and grilling at the Beach Bar & Grill restaurant.
- Performed butchery tasks, ensuring quality and consistency in meat products.
- Collaborated with culinary team to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
Pole Erector
EFL
04.2021 - 11.2021
- Worked as a pole erector.
Culinary Staff
Shangri-La Yanuca Island Resort & Spa
11.2019 - 04.2021
- Assisted in food preparation and kitchen operations.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and food safety.
Porter
Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort
08.2017 - 11.2018
- Provided guest services.
Education
Culinary Student -
Technical College of Nadroga Navosa
11.2019
High School - Form 6
Cuvu College
10.2015
Skills
- Proficient in English and Fijian, basic Indian language
- Meat preparation skills
- Ability to maintain composure in challenging situations
- Hygiene protocols
- Food presentation
- Attention to detail in order processing
- Task delegation
- Workflow optimization
- Food safety standards
- Customer service
- Team member training
- Food safety knowledge
- Food preparation
- Kitchen support
- Quality control
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Sanitation practices
- Multitasking
- Vegetable and fruit preparation
- Equipment operation
- Food preservation and storage methods
Hobbies and Interests
- Interests: Reading, Playing Rugby, Swimming, Diving, Telling Jokes, Hiking, Cooking
Contact
Please contact : Rachael Rabua on 0439963546
Timeline
Kitchen Expeditor
Mana Island Resort & Spa
05.2025 - Current
Culinary/Cook & Butcher Man, Meat Griller
Shangri-La Yanuca Island Resort & Spa
11.2021 - 06.2024
Pole Erector
EFL
04.2021 - 11.2021
Culinary Staff
Shangri-La Yanuca Island Resort & Spa
11.2019 - 04.2021
Porter
Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort
08.2017 - 11.2018
High School - Form 6
Cuvu College
Culinary Student -
Technical College of Nadroga Navosa
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