Latrelle Selestan
New Orleans,LA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Royal Sonesta Hotel, specializing in Creole cuisine. Proven expertise in food preparation and sanitation practices, ensuring high-quality dishes while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. Strong teamwork and collaboration skills contribute to successful event catering and enhanced kitchen efficiency.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook1
Royal Sonesta Hotel
New Orleans, LA
04.2000 - 06.2026
I prepared large quantities of Creole cuisines like Gumbo, Red Beans and etc. For Desire Oyster Bar and Banquet Department and sometimes cook for employees meals.
Education
GED -
New Orleans Job Crops
3801 Hollygrove St. New Orleans La 02-1995
Skills
Cleaning and organization
Food handling
Food preparation
Multitasking and organization
Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Frying
Knife skills
Supply restocking
Surface cleaning
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Sanitation practices
Grilling
Performance improvement
Portion control
Sauce making
Ingredients measuring
Food spoilage prevention
Event catering
Teamwork and collaboration
Health code adherence
Recipe-based cooking
Culinary art
Cooking
Kitchen organization
Food waste reduction
Food plating
Accomplishments
I have competed in the got gumbo competition 10 times but I won 8 times and it's sponsored by united way
Timeline
Cook1
Royal Sonesta Hotel
04.2000 - 06.2026
GED -
New Orleans Job Crops