Ata Nitaro
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Queens Medical Center, excelling in food preparation and presentation. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through strong multitasking and organization skills. Expertise in safe food handling and sanitation practices, ensuring high-quality meal service while maintaining a clean and efficient kitchen environment.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook 3
Queens Medical Center
Honolulu, HI
08.2023 - Current
- Prepared and plated meals according to dietary guidelines and patient preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate supply levels for daily operations.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to accommodate specific dietary needs and restrictions.
Line Cook
Likos Tap & Table
Honolulu, HI
02.2020 - 03.2025
- Prepared high-quality dishes in accordance with menu specifications and safety standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring cleanliness and proper usage at all times.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes and improve service speed.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking supplies to minimize waste and ensure timely replenishment.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, adhering to health regulations and sanitation guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and special requests for dietary restrictions or preferences.
- Supported senior cooks by following instructions for cooking techniques and presentation standards consistently.
- Contributed to positive dining experiences through attentive service and prompt meal delivery during peak hours.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Prep Cook
Gyu-Kaku
Honolulu, HI
12.2019 - 03.2021
- Prepared ingredients efficiently for menu items, ensuring consistency in quality and presentation.
- Maintained kitchen equipment and utensils, adhering to safety and cleanliness standards.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages to kitchen leadership.
- Collaborated with team members to meet high-volume service demands during peak hours.
- Executed daily food prep tasks, contributing to timely meal service and customer satisfaction.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and cooking techniques, enhancing culinary skills and versatility.
- Supported chefs in plating dishes beautifully, aligning with restaurant's presentation standards.
- Participated in training new staff on kitchen procedures and best practices for efficiency improvement.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Line Cook
Pika's Cafe
Tumon, GU
09.2013 - 12.2018
- Prepared and plated meals according to dietary guidelines and patient preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Assisted in inventory management, ensuring adequate supply levels for daily operations.
- Collaborated with healthcare staff to accommodate specific dietary needs and restrictions.
Education
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School
Tamuning, GUSkills
Customer service
Cooking
Cleaning and organization
Food handling
Food preparation
Multitasking and organization
Kitchen organization
Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Frying
Cooking techniques
Knife skills
Sanitation
Supply restocking
Surface cleaning
Hospitality and service industry background
Food presentation
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Sanitation practices
Grilling
Contamination prevention
Food waste reduction
Performance improvement
Food plating and presentation
Portion control
Food plating
Grilling expertise
Timeline
Cook 3
Queens Medical Center
08.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Likos Tap & Table
02.2020 - 03.2025
Prep Cook
Gyu-Kaku
12.2019 - 03.2021
Line Cook
Pika's Cafe
09.2013 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School