Christopher Nakpil
Summary
Self-motivated Chef de Partie experienced in preparing exceptional cuisine while maintaining safe and efficient kitchen environments. Delivered substantial restaurant growth through innovative menu offerings and skilled team leadership. Developed culinary talent by training chefs to uphold company standards and anticipating ingredient needs to ensure a smooth kitchen flow.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef de Partie
The TapHouse restaurant
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Maintain high standards of work following Executive Head Chef’s instructions to uphold culinary excellence.
- Ensure highest quality of food processing, storing, preparation and presentation under the guidance of the Senior Chef.
- Prepare salads, soups, fish, meats, vegetables, desserts, and other foods.
- Informed kitchen staff of standards and protocols to ensure compliance and consistency in food preparation.
- Carry out daily and weekly procedural tasks, including temperature checks, time log, food labelling/dating, and storage of food items.
- Ensured adequate supplies at cooking stations to support uninterrupted food preparation.
- Royal orchid hospitality. Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Demi chef
The Taphouse Restaurant
07.2016 - 09.2020
- Contributed to kitchen operations by aiding chefs in food preparation and cleanliness.
- Chopped vegetables and meat products to ensure timely meal service.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen counters and floors to uphold hygiene standards.
- Unloaded supplies and ensured that inventory and stock levels are maintained.
- Replenished the food line and set up the dining room.
- Enforced strict health and hygiene standards.
- Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Commis II
Fauchon le cafe
12.2011 - 07.2016
- Enhanced customer experience through menu knowledge.
- Maintained high standard of cleanliness of kitchen utensils and equipment.
- Prepared, cooked, and served food to deliver quality dining experiences.
- Collaborated effectively with kitchen staff.
- Performed thorough cleaning of kitchenware to maintain hygiene.
- Washed dishes and flatware.
- Paris Group, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Assistant Chef
Jam51 Bar and Restaurant
07.2007 - 11.2011
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to ensure kitchen operations ran smoothly.
- Collaborated with Chef to prepare dishes and experiment with new recipes for menu enhancement.
- Maintained high level of kitchen cleanliness.
- Organized cooking utensils and plating dishes.
- Developed skills to create diverse garnishes and starters to enhance menu offerings.
- Executed daily mise en place to streamline meal preparation and maintain kitchen efficiency.
- Marikina, Philippines
Education
Associate Degree - Telecommunication Technician
Information, Computer, and Communication Technology (ICCT College)
Marikina, PhilippinesSkills
- Culinary presentation
- Excellent knowledge of culinary delivery
- Meal preparation
- Food preparation
- Food safety compliance
- Food safety standards
- Kitchen inventory management
- Strong teamwork skills
- Kitchen safety
- Menu planning
- Food presentation
- Inventory management
- Culinary techniques
Awards And Honours
Employee of the Month, Employee of the Month- Food Vision restaurant, UAE (2013), Employee of The Month-Tap House restaurant, UAE (2018), Employee of the Month-Tap House restaurant, UAE (2018), Employee of the Month-Tap House restaurant, UAE (2022)
Timeline
Chef de Partie
The TapHouse restaurant
08.2020 - 08.2023
Demi chef
The Taphouse Restaurant
07.2016 - 09.2020
Commis II
Fauchon le cafe
12.2011 - 07.2016
Assistant Chef
Jam51 Bar and Restaurant
07.2007 - 11.2011
Associate Degree - Telecommunication Technician
Information, Computer, and Communication Technology (ICCT College)