Joseph Tullao
Torrance,CA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Farmerboys Restaurant, excelling in food preparation and quality control. Highly motivated and detail-oriented, I foster teamwork and maintain cleanliness standards, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction. Proven ability to implement efficient kitchen operations, enhancing workflow and reducing waste while delivering high-quality dishes. Hardworking staff person always follow instructions
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook Grill
H-I Steak
Food Land
09.2025 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations to ensure food safety compliance.
- Assisted in inventory management by monitoring stock levels and reporting shortages.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak service times.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, adhering to operating procedures and maintenance protocols.
- Adapted quickly to changing menus and special requests while maintaining quality standards.
Model Room Installation Furniture
ZVH Zenvision Hospitality
Las Vegas, NV
12.2022 - 03.2025
- Collaborated with designers and photographers to execute creative vision for photo shoots.
- Adapted quickly to various styling requirements, showcasing versatility in modeling diverse fashion trends.
- Ensured consistent presentation by maintaining professional demeanor during high-pressure events and runway shows.
- Developed strong relationships with industry professionals, enhancing networking opportunities and project collaborations.
- Mentored new models on best practices, fostering skill development and confidence within the team.
- Remained focused, motivated and professional throughout long shoots and events.
- Improved designer visibility at international fashion weeks, walking for multiple renowned designers.
- Fostered positive relationships with designers, makeup artists, and photographers, creating collaborative work environment.
Lead Line Cook
Farmerboys Restaurant
Las Vegas, NV
07.2015 - 09.2021
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Assisted in managing kitchen inventory, ensuring stock levels met operational needs.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety standards.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to ensure timely service and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and adhered to health and safety regulations.
- Participated in menu planning, suggesting seasonal ingredients for enhanced flavor profiles.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to guarantee food quality and consistency.
- Implemented efficient food prep processes, reducing waste and improving overall kitchen workflow.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
- Trained junior cooks on proper cooking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen etiquette, promoting a positive work environment.
- Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Assistant Manager
Burger King, Daly City
Las Vegas, NV
05.2004 - 10.2014
- Led daily operations, ensuring efficient workflow and high customer satisfaction.
- Trained and mentored new staff, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Implemented new inventory management practices to reduce waste and improve accuracy.
- Developed employee schedules to optimize labor costs while maintaining service standards.
- Enhanced customer service protocols, resulting in improved guest experiences and repeat business.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Improved customer satisfaction by addressing and resolving complaints promptly.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
Education
High School Diploma - COMPUTER TECHNICIAN
STI COLLEGE
PHILLIPINES 04.2002
Skills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Professional attitude
- Active listener
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Food preparation
- Problem-solving
- Food safety knowledge
- Team coordination
- Food safety
- Cleanliness standards
- Kitchen sanitization
- Knife skills
- Kitchen station setup
- Kitchen sanitation
- Following cooking methods
- Deep fryer operation
- Kitchen organization
- Quality control
- Kitchen operations
- Line management
- Grilling techniques
- Workload management
- Ingredient preparation
- Food safety standards
- Server communication
- Food presentation
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Line Cook Grill
H-I Steak
09.2025 - Current
Model Room Installation Furniture
ZVH Zenvision Hospitality
12.2022 - 03.2025
Lead Line Cook
Farmerboys Restaurant
07.2015 - 09.2021
Assistant Manager
Burger King, Daly City
05.2004 - 10.2014
High School Diploma - COMPUTER TECHNICIAN
STI COLLEGE