Dedicated Prep Cook with extensive experience in food preparation, seafood handling, and kitchen sanitation. Expertise in maintaining organized prep stations, executing inventory control, and ensuring food safety standards. Committed to supporting efficient kitchen operations while delivering precise food handling and quality inspection. Strong team player familiar with fast-paced environments, skilled in basic cooking techniques and ingredient assembly.
Work History
Prep Cook
SHAY'S FILIPINO RESTAURANT | Waipahu, Hawaii | 2024 - 2025
Prepared Filipino ingredients for daily restaurant service at Shay's Filipino Restaurant.
Chopped vegetables, meats, and herbs for kitchen mise en place.
Measured sauces, marinades, and seasonings for traditional Filipino dishes.
Washed and sanitized produce, cutting boards, and prep surfaces.
Restocked ingredients, containers, and kitchen supplies for busy service periods.
Followed chef instructions for lumpia, adobo, and other menu preparations.
Maintained organized prep stations to support smooth kitchen workflow.
Removed waste materials from kitchen to maintain cleanliness. and cleaned equipment according to restaurant sanitation standards.
Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
Prep Cook
SHAY'S FILIPINO RESTAURANT | Waipahu, Hawaii | 2024 - 2025
Prepared Filipino ingredients for daily restaurant service at Shay's Filipino Restaurant.
Chopped vegetables, meats, and herbs for kitchen mise en place.
Measured sauces, marinades, and seasonings for traditional Filipino dishes.
Washed and sanitized produce, cutting boards, and prep surfaces.
Restocked ingredients, containers, and kitchen supplies for busy service periods.
Followed chef instructions for lumpia, adobo, and other menu preparations.
Maintained organized prep stations to support smooth kitchen workflow.
Discarded waste and cleaned equipment according to restaurant sanitation standards.
Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
FOOD HANDLING AND CLEANING DUTIES
Don Quijote Hawaii | Waipahu, Hawaii | 2019 - 2020
Prepared food items according to safety guidelines, ensuring quality and freshness for customer satisfaction.
Monitored food storage conditions to ensure safety and prevent contamination, safeguarding product integrity.
Maintained cleanliness standards in food preparation and service areas.
Executed thorough cleaning routines to comply with health regulations, maintaining a safe environment for food preparation.
Deli, Prepared Foods, Dairy, and Seafood Clerk
SEAFOOD CITY | Waipahu, Hawaii | 2014 - 2018
Sliced deli products to customer requests
Cleaned prep areas, equipment, and display cases
Removed outdated items and maintained fresh, organized merchandise
Performed general maintenance tasks such as cleaning counters and sweeping floors.
Organized shelves to maintain attractive displays that maximized sales potential.
Assisted customers with product selection and provided helpful advice about recipes and meal planning.
Seafood Clerk
TANIOKA'S | Waipahu, Hawaii | 2004 - 2018
Assisted customers with seafood selections and preparation questions in grocery department.
Checked seafood dates, quality, and display freshness for department standards.
Stocked ice beds with fresh fish, shellfish, and packaged seafood products.
Cut, wrapped, weighed and tared seafood department products.
Maintained clean workstations, tools, and refrigerated cases throughout shift.
Followed food safety procedures for handling, storage, and sanitation.
Maintained safety protocols while handling seafood when handling seafood products.
Supported team members with unloading, organization, and daily department setup.
Food Service Worker
Food Solutions- ZIPPY'S | Waipahu, Hawaii | 2002 - 2006
Cleaned and sanitized work areas, equipment, utensils, dishes, and silverware.
Cleaned workstations, utensils, and dining areas to support sanitation standards.
Followed food safety rules for sanitation, food handling, and storage.
Restocked ingredients, supplies, and packaged foods throughout shift.
Education
High School Diploma
ILOCOS NORTE NATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL | LAOAG ILOCOS NORTE