Asep Bahari
Richmond
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record at Panda Express, excelling in food safety and kitchen management. Recognized for optimizing food preparation processes and fostering team collaboration. Skilled in cooking techniques and delivering exceptional customer service, consistently enhancing the dining experience while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Panda Express Restaurant
02.2023 - 01.2025
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
- Promoted to store keyholder after 5 months.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
Back of House Team Member
Everyday Gourmet
01.2022 - 02.2023
- Helped maintain a clean and organized work area through diligent daily cleaning tasks such as sweeping, mopping, sanitizing surfaces, and washing dishes.
- Consistently met or exceeded expectations, receiving positive feedback from both coworkers and management.
- Performed daily cleaning and maintenance tasks to keep kitchen clean and organized.
- Performed shift side work as necessary to maintain kitchen output during peak service times.
Produce Associate
Food Lion
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Stocked fruits and vegetables and removed old or poor quality products.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness throughout the produce department, adhering to all health code regulations for food handling.
- Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient, friendly service and maintaining a clean, organized produce section.
- Completed prep work on pre-packaged vegetables and fruits.
Vespa Sales Associate
Vespa Matic Bali
08.2020 - 04.2021
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
Surf Instructor
Bali Learn to Surf
09.2012 - 06.2020
- Enhanced student surfing abilities by implementing personalized coaching techniques and tailored lesson plans.
- Conducted group lessons for various skill levels, ensuring all participants received individualized attention and guidance.
- Developed strong partnerships with local businesses to create mutually beneficial promotional opportunities and cross-marketing efforts.
- Facilitated beach cleanups and stewarded environmental awareness among students as part of responsible surfing initiatives.
- Empowered guests and built confidence by training on techniques and praising good performance.
- Assisted in marketing efforts to attract new clients, including social media promotion and community outreach events.
Education
High School Diploma -
STM Garuda
Lampung Indonesia06-1999
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration
- Troubleshooting skills
- Time management
Certification
- Serve Pro Food and Prep Certification, Panda Express - 2024
Languages
English
Full Professional
Indonesian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef
Panda Express Restaurant
02.2023 - 01.2025
Back of House Team Member
Everyday Gourmet
01.2022 - 02.2023
Produce Associate
Food Lion
07.2021 - 01.2022
Vespa Sales Associate
Vespa Matic Bali
08.2020 - 04.2021
Surf Instructor
Bali Learn to Surf
09.2012 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
STM Garuda
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