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Kenneth Bitanga

Pasadena,CA

Summary

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
09.2022 - 06.2025

Shift Lead

Wingstop
01.2022 - 07.2022

Baker

Welsh Baker
07.2021 - 01.2022

Fast Food Worker

McDonald's Restaurant
12.2020 - 06.2021

Courtesy Clerk

Sprouts Farmer's Market
12.2019 - 08.2020

Crew Member

Domino's Pizza
05.2019 - 08.2019

Cashier

Big Lots
05.2019 - 08.2019

Camp Counselor in Training

C5 LA
06.2018 - 07.2018

Associate of Science - Natural Science

Pasadena City College

High School Diploma -

John Burroughs High School
Kenneth Bitanga