Jeruel Reyes
North Pole
Summary
Dynamic Chef with extensive experience at USAF, skilled in food safety and sanitation. Successfully reduced food waste through innovative practices and enhanced menu offerings by collaborating with team members. Proficient in various cooking techniques and committed to delivering exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
USAF
Minot, ND
06.2024 - 06.2025
- Assisted in meal preparation and cooking, adhering to safety and hygiene standards.
- Learned various cooking techniques and recipes under experienced chefs.
- Supported inventory management by tracking stock levels and reporting shortages.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to maintain cleanliness and organization of workstations.
- Participated in menu planning sessions, contributing ideas for seasonal dishes.
- Gained experience in operating kitchen equipment such as ovens, grills, and mixers.
- Engaged in ongoing training opportunities to enhance culinary skills and knowledge of food safety practices.
Chef
USAF
Eielson Air Force Base, AK
06.2020 - 06.2024
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities during busy service periods to ensure timely dish delivery.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Reduced food waste significantly, introducing composting program and revising portion sizes.
Education
High School Diploma -
College of Subic Montessori
Philippines04-2019
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Meal preparation
- Effective communications
- Team collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- Certified [Missle Facility Chef], [United State Air Force] - [06/2024 to 06/2025]
Timeline
Chef
USAF
06.2024 - 06.2025
Chef
USAF
06.2020 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
College of Subic Montessori