Benjamin Kanohokula
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dedicated professional experienced in environments. Focused and collaborative team player skillful in communicating and translating customer requests. Offering deep understanding of food safety, osha and health code requirements.
Resourceful culinary professional known for high productivity and efficiency in task completion. Specialized skills include advanced food preparation techniques, innovative menu development, and effective kitchen management. Excel at teamwork, adaptability, and creative problem-solving to excel in fast-paced kitchen environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Bellagio Hotel and Casino
06.2025 - Current
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring freshness and quality of ingredients for daily operations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Cook 2
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.
01.2022 - 11.2024
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to Ritz-Carlton standards and seasonal menus.
Cook 4
Royal Lahaina Resort
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to optimize workflow and enhance meal preparation efficiency.
Cook
Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Developed seasonal menu offerings by incorporating local produce and innovative culinary trends.
Cook
Roy's Kaanapali
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
- Prepared diverse menu items while ensuring adherence to food safety standards.
- Cut and prepare various meat and fish cuts according to chef specifications.
Cook
Quinn's Hot Springs Resort
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
Cook
Leilanis on the beach
01.2012 - 01.2015
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
Cook
Tia juanas
01.2010 - 01.2012
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
Cook
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc., Panda Express
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Prepared and executed diverse menu items in accordance with established recipes and presentation standards.
Education
No Degree -
Lahaina Luna High
Lahaina, HISkills
- Food preparation
- Menu planning
- Kitchen safety
- Cooking techniques
- Equipment operation
- Portion control
- Customer service
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Staff training
- Recipe modification
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Cultural Cuisine Knowledge
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Staff supervision
- Cutting and slicing techniques
- Dietary restrictions awareness
- Butchery skills
- Training skills
- Positive and professional
- Frying and sautéing
- Team building
- Food storage
- Kitchen organization
- Seafood cooking
- Bulk food preparation
- Gluten-free cooking
- Meat preparation
- Recipes and menus planning
- Grilling Skills
- Focused and disciplined
- Multitasking Abilities
- Sauce preparation
- Sous vide technique
- Verbal and written communication
- Strong butchery skills
Timeline
Cook
Bellagio Hotel and Casino
06.2025 - Current
Cook 2
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C.
01.2022 - 11.2024
Cook 4
Royal Lahaina Resort
01.2018 - 01.2021
Cook
Monkeypod Kitchen by Merriman
01.2017 - 01.2019
Cook
Roy's Kaanapali
01.2015 - 01.2018
Cook
Quinn's Hot Springs Resort
01.2014 - 01.2015
Cook
Leilanis on the beach
01.2012 - 01.2015
Cook
Tia juanas
01.2010 - 01.2012
Cook
Panda Restaurant Group, Inc., Panda Express
01.2008 - 01.2010
No Degree -
Lahaina Luna High