Jerson Aquino
Carson
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at MAMI KING, excelling in food safety compliance and team collaboration. Proven ability to train staff and enhance menu offerings, ensuring high-quality dining experiences. Skilled in Western and Japanese cuisines, with a strong focus on cleanliness and effective communication in fast-paced environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
MAMI KING
Carson
06.2025 - Current
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Coordinated with team members to deliver timely food service during peak hours, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and safety protocols to enhance team performance.
- Implemented food safety practices to maintain quality standards and minimize risk of contamination.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations throughout shifts.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
Kitchen Lead
HACIENDA GRANDE SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING
Long Beach
07.2023 - 04.2026
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure compliance with food safety standards.
- Trained new team members on kitchen protocols and procedures.
- Trained new employees in food safety protocols and kitchen operations.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of supplies for meal preparation.
- Coordinated meal preparation schedules to align with resident dietary needs and preferences.
- Collaborated with dietary staff to create balanced menu options for residents.
- Monitored food quality during preparation and service for optimal freshness.
- Implemented sanitation practices to uphold cleanliness in the kitchen environment.
- Addressed resident feedback on meals to improve overall dining experience.
Line Cook
The Dancing Crab
09.2021 - 01.2023
- Plated dishes attractively to enhance customer experience and maintained cleanliness of cooking station to ensure food safety.
- Prepared ingredients and meals according to MAMI KING's recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations during service.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient food preparation and timely service.
Line Cook
Linas Paris Restaurant
Doha
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Managed single station for pasta, salads, breads, sauces, and sandwiches, ensuring timely and efficient meal preparation.
- Cooking food in a timely manner.
- Cleaned and organized cooking station to ensure readiness for meal preparation.
- Maintained sanitation standards set by the Executive Chef and local regulations.
- Oversaw food storage processes for incoming stock and leftovers to maintain quality and safety standards.
- Monitored supply levels and coordinated reordering to ensure consistent availability of ingredients.
- Analyzing if the leftover food can be reused or disposed.
- Ezdan Mall, Gate 3, Doha, Qatar
Line Cook
Pan Pacific Manila Hotel
05.2016 - 11.2016
- Prepared maki, sushi, miso soup and Japanese ramen.
- Prepared meal components by chopping vegetables, butchering meat, and cleaning seafood.
- Handled Pasta, Egg, and Carving stations, contributing to efficient meal preparation.
- Prepared components for dishes as directed by Senior Cook, ensuring all necessary ingredients were ready.
- Maintained cleanliness of all items, ensuring they were ready for use before and after each shift.
- Gained culinary experience in Philippines
Warehouse Staff
Planet Drug Store Ospital ng Makati
04.2012 - 03.2016
On the Job Training
Negrense Marine Integrated Services
11.2015 - 02.2016
- Conducted training sessions on food and beverage service, bartending, cooking, and housekeeping.
- Philippines
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
On the Job Training
Diamond Hotel
06.2015 - 09.2015
- Assisted Executive Chef in preparing main dishes and cooking, plated dishes attractively, and maintained a clean and organized cooking station.
- Philippines
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Waiter
Coral Beach Club Hotel
04.2010 - 06.2010
- Philippines
- Delivered exceptional customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Managed table settings and ensured cleanliness of dining areas.
- Assisted guests with menu selections and provided detailed descriptions.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management
Hospitality Management
01-2016
Skills
- Food preparation
- Cooking techniques
- Recipe execution
- Culinary techniques
- Sanitation practices
- Food safety
- Sanitation practices
- Foodservice sanitation
- Food storage
- Food spoilage prevention
- Food plating
- Allergen safety
- Ingredient preparation
- Ingredient stocking
- Ordering and stocking
- Kitchen operations
- Menu planning
- Team collaboration
- Collaboration with servers
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Cleanliness standards
- Following cooking methods
- Kitchen sanitization
- Cultural culinary practices
- Regional cooking methods
- Employee training
- Head chef collaboration
- Customer service
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Punctual and honest
- Prioritization skills
- Problem-solving
- Punctual and honest
- Food safety standards
- Problem-solving
- Food presentation
- Allergen safety
- Collaboration with servers
- Prioritization skills
Certification
I hereby certify that the facts contained in these resume are true and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Personal Information
- Age: 30
- Nationality: Filipino
- Marital Status: Married
Accomplishments
- BEST EMPLOYEE IN HACIENDA GRANDE ASSISTED LIVING
Timeline
Line Cook
MAMI KING
06.2025 - Current
Kitchen Lead
HACIENDA GRANDE SENIOR ASSISTED LIVING
07.2023 - 04.2026
Line Cook
The Dancing Crab
09.2021 - 01.2023
Line Cook
Linas Paris Restaurant
07.2017 - 07.2018
Line Cook
Pan Pacific Manila Hotel
05.2016 - 11.2016
On the Job Training
Negrense Marine Integrated Services
11.2015 - 02.2016
On the Job Training
Diamond Hotel
06.2015 - 09.2015
Warehouse Staff
Planet Drug Store Ospital ng Makati
04.2012 - 03.2016
Waiter
Coral Beach Club Hotel
04.2010 - 06.2010
Bachelor of Science - Hotel Management
Hospitality Management