ABDELL BENTTAHAR
Madison,NH
Summary
Adaptable professional with 10 years of experience and a proven knowledge of food preparation, customer satisfaction, and recipe development. I am looking to take the lessons I have learned in the kitchen into the maritime industry.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Prep Cook
High Cotton Nc Bbq
Kitty Hawk, North Carolina
08.2026 - Current
- Supported line cooks with timely prep for smoked meats and house sides.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
- Organized walk-in coolers and freezers according to established guidelines.
Cook
Purity Spring Resort
Madison, NH
06.2024 - 08.2026
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during meals for campers.
- Managed mise en place efficiently while maintaining quality and presentation.
- Upheld clean, sanitary workspace, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Ensured clean, organized work areas to enhance safety and quality in food preparation.
Cook
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd
Honolulu, HI
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Responsible for all prep associated with the dish for the night
- Rotating menu for each day of the cruise
- Responsible for food ordering for the week for my station
- Organization of many moving parts in order to provide the best product for patrons
Cook
Cogan's Pizza North
Norfolk, VA
10.2021 - 09.2023
- Investigate and resolve complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations
- Coordinate assignments of cooking personnel to ensure economical use of food and timely preparation
- Receive food and beverage deliveries, checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity
- Perform food preparation or service tasks such as cooking and cleaning
Kitchen Manager
California Burrito
Norfolk, VA
03.2018 - 02.2023
- Managed kitchen staff, created schedules, and ensured quality food standards
- Oversaw inventory control, ordering, and budget management to maintain efficiency
- Developed new menu items and recipes, tailored to customer preferences
- Maintained cleanliness, safety standards, and compliance with health codes in kitchen operations
Education
Bachelors - Business Administration
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, Va01-2021
Associates - Business Administration
Northern Virginia Community College
Woodbridge, Va01-2016
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Time management
Certification
- MEDICAL CERTIFICATE 10/31/2028
- MERCHANT MARINER CREDENTIAL 11/09/2028
- PASSPORT 06/01/2033
- TWIC CARD 08/31/2028
- STCW VI-1-3 ELEMENTARY 1ST AID 09/29/2028
- STCW A-VI/1-4 SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY 09/29/2028
- STCW VI/1-2 FIRE PREVENTION 09/28/2028
- STCW A-VI/1 PERSONAL SURVIVAL 09/27/2028
- MARITIME SECURITY AWARENESS
- CROWD MANAGEMENT
Timeline
Prep Cook
High Cotton Nc Bbq
08.2026 - Current
Cook
Purity Spring Resort
06.2024 - 08.2026
Cook
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings Ltd
09.2023 - 02.2024
Cook
Cogan's Pizza North
10.2021 - 09.2023
Kitchen Manager
California Burrito
03.2018 - 02.2023
Bachelors - Business Administration
Old Dominion University
Associates - Business Administration
Northern Virginia Community College