Letapu Peseta
Kahuku,HI
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at the Polynesian Cultural Center, excelling in food preparation and kitchen organization. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and reduce food waste through effective portion control. Committed to maintaining high hygiene standards and delivering exceptional meals for large groups, ensuring customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Polynesian Cultural Center, PCC
05.2014 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- I work really well with student employees and making sure they are getting the help they need.
Chef Cook
Vaiola College
01.1995 - 08.2012
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization in kitchen, passing all health inspections with excellent ratings.
- 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.
- Made sure all daily meals are enough for 100 dorm students.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Education
Pesega College
SamoaSkills
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Kitchen organization
- Food presentation
- Team collaboration
- Positive and professional
Languages
English
Limited Working
Timeline
Cook
Polynesian Cultural Center, PCC
05.2014 - Current
Chef Cook
Vaiola College
01.1995 - 08.2012
Pesega College
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