John Kendrick Dela Cruz
Pearl City,HI
Summary
An energetic person with a passion for food and travel is looking to expand my knowledge of the tourism industry. Having 7 1/2 years of experience at the Sheraton Princess Kaiulani hotel, I believe that "learning is a never ending process" and there will always be something new to learn in life daily!
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Pastry Cook/Assistant Cook
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani
Honolulu, HI
10.2016 - Current
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines from the chef
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards
- Cooked and served food and meals in accordance with planned menus, diet plans, recipes, portions, temperature control procedures and facility policies
- Basic knowledge of operating ovens, stoves, grills, microwaves, fryers, and other kitchen equipment.
- Practiced proper food safety procedures.
- Basic Knife Skills
- Organized, Clean As You Go, Mise En Place Attitude
- Reported to all shifts professionally dress and on time ready to work
- Being able to adapt to various responsibilities and changes positively
- Maintaining professional attitude at all times
- Being a Team Player in the kitchen
- Communicate and work efficiently with co-workers/management
- Detail Oriented
Bellman
Queen Kapiolani Hotel
03.2021 - Current
- Transferred luggage, bags and other items from vehicles and main lobby to and from guest rooms with wheeled cart.
- Escorted guests to assigned rooms and transported luggage.
- Maintained lobby in pristine condition and kept trash promptly emptied.
- Provided guests with information regarding hotel's amenities, local attractions, nightlife, dining options, museums and concerts.
- Responded immediately to any guest requests or concerns and promptly resolved issues.
Sous Chef
The Cafe At Dada
Honolulu, HI
12.2020 - 12.2021
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
Uber/Lyft Driver
Self Employed
01.2020 - Current
- Picking up and transporting clients between places
- Keeping vehicle in good condition
- Safe driving skills
- Proper communication skills
- Time management skills
- Demonstrated professional conduct with clients and families to deliver outstanding customer service
- Keeping a clean working vehicle
- Helped passengers on and off vehicles and stowed luggage securely to prevent damage
Kitchen Prep Line Cook
Panda Express, Lumiaina Street, Waipahu, HI, United States
11.2014 - 03.2019
- Verified that all prepared food met every standard for quality and quantity
- Prepared a variety of foods according to customers' orders or supervisors' instructions, following approved procedures
- Followed food safety procedures according to company policies and health and sanitation regulations
- Followed recipes according to Panda Express guidelines/procedures
- Prepared quality products while maintaining proper food safety practices, portion control and presentation within service goal times
- Stored food in designated containers and areas to prevent spoilage or cross-contamination
- Ensuring a clean safe and organized working environment for management, employees, and of customers/guests.
- Performed all position responsibilities accurately and in a timely manner
- Cooked food in different batches
- Learned how to "wok cook" (using spatulas and ladles)
- Cross-trained to accomplished multiple responsibilities
- Routinely moved and stocked food products weighing up to 100 pounds or more
Restaurant Cook
Zippy's Waipio
01.2015 - 10.2016
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance to Zippy's recipes and food guidelines.
- Followed proper portion sizes.
- Cooked and plated customers orders correctly and on time.
- Practice FIFO method when dealing with storing of food in walk-ins, reach-in refrigerators, and freezers.
- Changed and sanitized all cutting boards, benches and surfaces when beginning a new task to avoid cross-contamination.
- Practiced proper food safety handling procedures at all times.
- Able to multi task in other areas of the kitchen when needed.
- Cooperated and Communicated with other workers/management well.
Education
Certification - Culinary Arts
Hariett Program
Windward Community College And Hariett Training Center2019
Certificate of Completion - undefined
Leeward Community College
HI2012
Skills
- Basic Fundamentals of Cooking
- Pastry cooking
- Basic Knife Skills
- Working Clean, Neat
- Detail Oriented
- Team Player
- Effective Listener
- Being Profesional
- Adaptable
- Knowledge of Kitchen Equipment
- Proper Lifting of Heavy Items
- Fluent in English and Filipino
- "Mise En Place" (Organized)
- Proper Communication
- Dependable/Flexible
- Strong work ethic
- ServSafe
Accomplishments
Sheraton Princess Ka'iulani
Po'okela Award 4th QTR 2019
Po'okela Award 3rd QTR 2017
References
- Blake Kajiwara
Director of Food and Beverage Operations at The Sheraton Princess Ka'iulani Hotel
120 Kaiulani Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
(808) 291-5216
- Kimberly Gomes
Director of Front Office Operations at The Queen Kapiolani Hotel
150 Kapahulu Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
(808) 227-9123
- Cyrus Goo
Chef/Owner of The Cafe At Dada
410 Atkinson Dr, Honolulu HI, 96814
(808) 888-3456
- Jon Tachibana
Fry cook at The Sheraton Princess Ka'iulani Hotel
120 Kaiulani Ave, Honolulu, HI 96815
(808) 778-4099
Timeline
Bellman
Queen Kapiolani Hotel
03.2021 - Current
Sous Chef
The Cafe At Dada
12.2020 - 12.2021
Uber/Lyft Driver
Self Employed
01.2020 - Current
Pastry Cook/Assistant Cook
Sheraton Princess Kaiulani
10.2016 - Current
Restaurant Cook
Zippy's Waipio
01.2015 - 10.2016
Kitchen Prep Line Cook
Panda Express, Lumiaina Street, Waipahu, HI, United States
11.2014 - 03.2019
Certification - Culinary Arts
Hariett Program
Certificate of Completion - undefined
Leeward Community College