Oscar Lam
Costa Mesa,CA
Summary
Committed to helping those in need to the best of my abilities, and a proactive and goal-oriented professional. Known for reliability and adaptability, can quickly learn and apply new skills. Dedicated to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Manager
Nai Tong Thai Kitchen
09.2024 - Current
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Sushi Chef
Boathouse Asian Eatery
03.2022 - 09.2024
- Used various types of knives, hand tools and utensils to fillet fish in preparation for sushi.
- Educated guests on different types of fish and shellfish to aid decision-making on sushi orders.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
Insurance Auditor
Overland Solutions, Inc.
04.2018 - 01.2022
- Experienced in WCIRB, NCCI, and ISO standards of procedures
- Efficient at, but still working on improving skills that involve Excel, Word, and Outlook
- Consistent, motivated, and disciplined
- Experienced in traveling to the insured's business and working with them professionally and efficiently
- Finalized worker's compensation and general liability files for insurance companies.
Waiter
HAKU SUSHI
03.2016 - 01.2018
- Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
- Quickly reset and cleaned up tables after customers left to enable speedy turnaround and guest flow.
- Folded napkins and prepared silverware sets to provide adequate supply for host station.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to enable accurate food preparation.
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
Waiter
Sushi to dai for
01.2015 - 03.2016
- Greet, seat, take orders, and check in with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and service
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
Education
College - Music And Mathematics
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CA01.2017
College -
Glendale Community College
Glendale, CA01.2014
High School Diploma -
John Burroughs
Burbank, CA01.2011
Skills
- Fast Learner
- Cooking skills
- Manager Serv Safe Qualified
- Food safety management
- Kitchen operations
- Service quality
- Food presentation
- Problem-solving
- Customer service
- Professional appearance
- Fish and Sushi preparation
Timeline
Chef Manager
Nai Tong Thai Kitchen
09.2024 - Current
Sushi Chef
Boathouse Asian Eatery
03.2022 - 09.2024
Insurance Auditor
Overland Solutions, Inc.
04.2018 - 01.2022
Waiter
HAKU SUSHI
03.2016 - 01.2018
Waiter
Sushi to dai for
01.2015 - 03.2016
College - Music And Mathematics
Santa Rosa Junior College
College -
Glendale Community College
High School Diploma -
John Burroughs
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