Arjay Gabayan
Magog,QC
Summary
Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit.
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation, and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized, and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Experienced with various cooking techniques and kitchen operations. Utilizes culinary skills to create flavorful and visually appealing dishes. Knowledge of food safety practices and efficient kitchen workflows.
Detail-oriented professional with background creating delicious dishes. Dedicated to delivering highest quality customer service. Expert at succeeding in high pressure environments while remaining calm. Safety-minded when carefully following food handling regulations and procedures.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Alessa Trattoria
02.2023 - Current
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
Cook
BOB's Famous Restaurant
12.2021 - 12.2022
Starting August 1, 2022 - Promoted as a Chef de Cuisine / Kitchen Supervisor at BOB's Famous Restaurant Riyadh Saudi Arabia
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
Cook
Al Balad Fine Dining Restaurant
05.2019 - 07.2021
Starting November 30, 2020 - Promoted as a Chef at Al Balad Fine Dining Restaurant Riyadh Saudi Arabia
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Cook
Shakey's Restaurant
02.2017 - 05.2019
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
Arellano University
Manila Philippines06-2025
Skills
- Multitasking and organization
- Problem-solving
- Food handling
- Time management
- Hospitality service expertise
- Cleaning and organization
- Cooking techniques
- Customer service
- Kitchen organization
- Food preparation
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Recipes and menu planning
- Ingredient selection
- Allergen awareness
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Menu planning
- Ingredients measuring
- Sauce making
- Knife skills
- Food presentation
- Health and safety compliance
- Ingredient knowledge
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Multitasking
- Kitchen sanitation management
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Year (2018) - Resorts World Manila Philippines
- Best Back of House (2018) - Resorts World Manila Philippines
- Most Punctual (2018) - Resorts World Manila Philippines
- Employee of the Year (2020) - Al Balad at Restaurant Riyadh Saudi Arabia
- Employee of the Month of January (2022) - BOB's Famous Restaurant at Riyadh Saudi Arabia
- Back to Back Employee of the Month of February (2022) - BOB's Famous Restaurant at Riyadh Saudi Arabia
- Best Team Leader in Kitchen March (2022) - BOB's Famous Restaurant at Riyadh Saudi Arabia
Timeline
Cook
Alessa Trattoria
02.2023 - Current
Cook
BOB's Famous Restaurant
12.2021 - 12.2022
Cook
Al Balad Fine Dining Restaurant
05.2019 - 07.2021
Cook
Shakey's Restaurant
02.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
Arellano University