Dynamic culinary professional with a strong background at SLS Hotel, specializing in food preparation and safety. Recognized for exceptional attention to detail and effective time management, consistently delivering high-quality dishes while maintaining cleanliness standards. Adaptable and goal-oriented, thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring guest satisfaction and operational excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills
Beverly Hills, California
09.2022 - 06.2025
Safety and Security
Follow company and department security policies and procedures to ensure clean, safe, and secure environment.
Report work related accidents, or other injuries immediately upon occurrence to manager/supervisor.
Follow policies and procedures for safe operation and storage of foods, equipment, and machines.
Use propr equipment, wear appropriate personal protective clothing (PPE), and employ correct lifting procedures, as necessary to avoid injury.
Complete appropriate safety training and certifications to perform work tasks.
Identify and correct unsafe work procedures or conditions and/or report them to management and security/safety personnel.
Follow specific procedures for handling emergency situations (e.g. evacuations, medical emergencies, natural disasters).
Policies and Procedures
Follow company policies and procedures.
Protect company tools, equipment, machines, or other assets in accordance with company policies and procedures.
Ensure uniform, name tags, and personal appearance are clean, hygienic, professional and in compliance with company policies and procedures.
Protect privacy and security of guests and co-workers.
Perform reasonable job duties as requested by Supervisors.
Guest Relations
Assist other employees to ensure proper coverage and prompt guest service.
Communication
Speak to guests and co-workers using clear, appropriate and professional language.
Working with Others
Support all co-workers and treat them with dignity and respect.
Shift Lead
Wingstop
Sylmar, California
01.2022 - 07.2022
Handled escalated customer concerns and emergencies in absence of manager or supervisor.
Planned and managed resources to consistently meet production, quality and cost goals.
Completed opening and closing duties to facilitate business operations.
Managed team member's break time to ensure staff coverage at peak hours.
Baker
Welsh Baker
Santa Clarita, California
07.2021 - 01.2022
Measured, mixed, and prepared raw materials according to company specifications and recipes.
Maintained proper temperature, cleanliness and sanitation logs.
Operated and maintained commercial-grade bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers to bake cakes and pastries.
Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining clean, organized workspace.
Fast Food Worker
McDonald's Restaurant
Sylmar, California
12.2020 - 06.2021
Processed transactions and made change for cash payments or accepted credit cards, debit cards and gift cards.
Followed food safety procedures outlined in company policies and health and sanitation regulations to prevent food borne illness.
Kept customer and food preparation areas clean and well-organized.
Operated grills, deep fryers and griddles safely and according to company standards to avoid any accidents or injury.
Courtesy Clerk
Sprouts Farmer's Market
Alhambra, California
12.2019 - 08.2020
Bagged customer items efficiently using proper techniques to protect delicate items and separate different groups of merchandise.
Maintained cleanliness of store premises, resulting in inviting shopping environment for customers.
Helped customers take merchandise out of store and loaded items into vehicles.
Helped maintain positive store image by keeping entrance ways clean, clear, and welcoming for customers.
Escorted customers to desired merchandise location.
Delivered exceptional customer service by greeting customers and answering inquiries.
Crew Member
Domino's Pizza
Alhambra, California
05.2019 - 08.2019
Collected payments and provided accurate changes.
Processed sales transactions to prevent long customer wait times.
Prepared quality products while maintaining portion control and presentation within service goal times.
Drove team success by quickly completing assigned tasks.
Organized and restocked supplies to support operations and team productivity.
Cashier
Big Lots
Alhambra, California
05.2019 - 08.2019
Processed sales transactions efficiently to prevent long customer wait times.
Assisted customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Promoted company's rewards program to customers and assisted with signing-up.
Camp Counselor in Training
C5 LA
Los Angeles, California
06.2018 - 07.2018
Enforced discipline and policies to protect safety of recreational activities of camp participants.
Coordinated and lead group activities for campers and counselors.
Helped campers build confidence and self-esteem through consistent guidance and mentoring.
Education
Associate of Science - Natural Science
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA
05-2019
High School Diploma -
John Burroughs High School
Burbank, CA
05-2016
Skills
Effective time management
Strong attention to detail
Goal-oriented individual
Adaptable to change
Optimistic mindset
Food preparation
Food safety knowledge
Cleanliness standards
Knife skills
Kitchen station setup
Following cooking methods; Deep fryer operation; Grilling Techniques
Quality control
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Tagalog
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Line Cook
SLS Hotel, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Beverly Hills