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VON JOSHUA PAGTAKHAN

Wellard,WA

Summary

Hardworking individual seeking Chef position in the hospitality setting, making the most of experience in culinary arts, and with a track record of preparing food in accordance with employers’ standard in a team-oriented and busy environment.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Guzman y Gomez
Lyon, Atwell, Perth
10.2022 - Current
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.

Rusticos, Chef De Partie

Well Tavern
Rockingham Beach, Rockingham
10.2023 - 11.2023
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by attentively addressing dietary restrictions and special requests.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
  • Collaborated with fellow chefs de partie to create daily specials, showcasing culinary creativity and diversity.
  • Managed inventory efficiently, rotating stock to ensure freshness while minimizing spoilage or waste.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.

Chef

21 Chiswick Pde, Wellard
10.2022 - 10.2023
  • Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Managed food costs, sourcing ingredients from local suppliers to support community partnerships and sustainable practices.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.

Cook III

Warnbro
Warnbro, WA
05.2022 - 11.2022
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
  • Improved menu offerings, incorporating seasonal ingredients and innovative cooking methods.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.

Cook III

100 Terranea
Rancho Palos Verdes, California
05.2019 - 03.2020
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.

Education

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management - Culinary Arts

Stanley College
69 Outram Street West Perth WA
05.2024

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery - undefined

Stanley College
Current

Diploma - Culinary Arts & Technology Management

Center For Culinary Arts
Quezon City, Metro Manila, Philippines
2020

Certificate in Hotel and Restaurant -

De La Salle
J.P. Laurel National Highway, Mataas Na Lupa, 4217
2016

Skills

  • Food Plating and Presentation
  • Safe Food Handling Procedures
  • Food Preparation
  • Attention To Detail
  • Multi-Tasking

Timeline

Rusticos, Chef De Partie

Well Tavern
10.2023 - 11.2023

Cook

Guzman y Gomez
10.2022 - Current

Chef

21 Chiswick Pde, Wellard
10.2022 - 10.2023

Cook III

Warnbro
05.2022 - 11.2022

Cook III

100 Terranea
05.2019 - 03.2020

Certificate IV in Kitchen Management - Culinary Arts

Stanley College

Certificate III in Commercial Cookery - undefined

Stanley College

Diploma - Culinary Arts & Technology Management

Center For Culinary Arts

Certificate in Hotel and Restaurant -

De La Salle
VON JOSHUA PAGTAKHAN