GAVIN TRAN
ANAHEIM,CA
Summary
Motivated line cook with a passion for culinary excellence, seeking an opportunity to contribute skills and knowledge to a great restaurant. Committed to improving the quality of service, eager to utilize expertise in preparing delicious and visually appealing dishes. Strong attention to detail and ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments, consistently exceeding customer expectations.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
LINE COOK
CHOC
01.2023 - Current
- Handled various orders concurrently during peak times with high precision.
- Maintained workspace by following health guidelines.
- Ensured workspace cleanliness to prevent cross-contamination.
- Maintained accurate records of food temperatures to guarantee safe cooking.
LINE COOK
Hilton Waterfront
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Kept work area tidy and orderly.
- Supported efficient inventory tracking and replenishment.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Cooked a variety of meats and seafood to clients' preferences.
LINE COOK
Hilton Anaheim
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Handled all stations in the hot line and pantry.
- Operated bakery and pastry station.
- Customized recipes for guests with dietary restrictions.
LEAD COOK
Balboa Bay Club Resort
01.2014 - 01.2017
- Operated broiler and sauté stations.
- Craft various soup, seafood and vegetable recipes.
- Prepare meals for room service requests.
LINE COOK
Stonehill Tavern
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Operated pantry and pastry stations.
- Handled responsibilities of the hot app station proficiently.
- Ensured all dishes matched the set presentation criteria.
LINE COOK
Marche Moderne
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Operated oven station to ensure timely preparation of food items.
- Operated pastry station efficiently.
- Coordinated with line cooks to expedite service during peak hours.
LINE COOK
Laguna Cliff Resort and Spa
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Handled sauté responsibilities.
- Prepared various vegetables and meat.
- Executed culinary preparations for large banquets.
- Executed precise portion control to achieve uniformity in presentation.
PREP COOK/BAKER
Houston’s
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Created diverse and flavorful salad enhancements.
- Ensured high-quality standards in baking pastries.
- Produced quality baked goods regularly.
LINE COOK
True Food Kitchen
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Managed station focused on desserts and sandwiches.
- Operated pizza and wok stations.
- Created multiple flavors of ice cream.
- Ensured quality of prepped items.
LINE COOK
Le Pain Quotidien
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Constructed sandwiches, desserts, and salads.
- Prepared various types of omelets.
- Processed various types of meat and vegetables.
LINE COOK
Scottie’s Smokehouse
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Cut, trimmed, and deboned various meats.
- Assembled sandwiches, ribs, salads.
- Carefully compiled and quantified components.
Education
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Orange Coast College
Costa Mesa, CA01.2010
Associate of Arts - Marketing
Santa Ana College
Santa Ana01.2006
Marketing certificate - Professional selling certificate
01.2006
Skills
- Basic Computer knowledge including Word and Excel
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Food safety knowledge
- Food presentation
Certification
- Food Protection Manager Certification - ServSafe/National Restaurant Association.
- CPR certificate
Languages
Vietnamese
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
LINE COOK
CHOC
01.2023 - Current
LINE COOK
Hilton Waterfront
01.2021 - 01.2023
LINE COOK
Hilton Anaheim
01.2017 - 01.2021
LINE COOK
Stonehill Tavern
01.2015 - 01.2016
LEAD COOK
Balboa Bay Club Resort
01.2014 - 01.2017
LINE COOK
Marche Moderne
01.2014 - 01.2015
LINE COOK
Laguna Cliff Resort and Spa
01.2013 - 01.2014
PREP COOK/BAKER
Houston’s
01.2012 - 01.2013
LINE COOK
True Food Kitchen
01.2011 - 01.2012
LINE COOK
Le Pain Quotidien
01.2010 - 01.2011
LINE COOK
Scottie’s Smokehouse
01.2009 - 01.2010
Marketing certificate - Professional selling certificate
Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Orange Coast College
Associate of Arts - Marketing
Santa Ana College
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