Marianita Policar
Kodiak Station,AK
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Continental Cook
Best Western Kodiak Inn
06.2016 - Current
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced [Type] environment.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop new menu items based on customer feedback and preferences.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Adhered to recipe guidelines while demonstrating creativity in plating and garnishing dishes for enhanced visual appeal.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Canary Worker
ISA CANARY
10.2007 - 05.2015
- Removed frozen fish from pans to bag, labeled and stacked in shipment freezer holds.
- Removed scales, bones and tails during cleaning procedures.
- Contributed to a positive team atmosphere by effectively collaborating with coworkers during high-volume periods.
- Assisted in training new employees on established methods for efficient fish processing and safe equipment handling.
Deli Cook/Head Cake Decorator
Ralphs Grocery
08.2007 - 10.2012
- Expedited order fulfillment during peak hours by prioritizing tasks efficiently and working closely with other team members for support.
- Trained new staff members on proper cooking techniques, equipment usage, and safety protocols to maintain consistent performance levels across the team.
- Streamlined prep processes by creating an effective workflow that reduced preparation time without compromising product quality.
- Reduced wait times for customers by quickly preparing made-to-order dishes without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained new team members on kitchen operations and safety protocols.
- Reduced food waste by accurately forecasting ingredients needed for daily menu items and adjusting orders accordingly.
- Performed daily food preparation tasks by chopping, slicing and dicing various food and ingredients.
- Followed recipes and cooking techniques for consistent results.
- Assisted in maintaining a well-stocked deli case by replenishing items as needed and rotating products to ensure freshness.
- Restocked stations and supplies during slower periods between rushes.
- Ensured excellent presentation of products with attention to detail in plating and garnishing each dish according to established guidelines.
- Washed, peeled and seeded fruits and vegetables to prepare for consumption.
- Improved overall efficiency by multitasking in various roles such as cashier, cook, or stocker when necessary.
- Checked freshness and quality of ingredients.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Secretary
Marian College
Philippines Skills
- Frying and sautéing
- Plating and presentation
- Inventory Control
- Food Handler Certification
- Food Waste Reduction
- Safe Food Handling
- Performance Improvement
- Event Catering
- Hospitality service expertise
- Ingredient Selection
- Recipes and menu planning
- Sanitation Practices
- Cleaning and sanitization
- Food Processing
- Supply Restocking
- Flexible Schedule
- Pastry Making
- Works Well Under Pressure
- Efficient multitasking
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Food plating and presentation
- Cooking
- Cooking techniques
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Menu Planning
- Baking and broiling skills
- Cleaning and organization
- Quality Inspections
- Cake decorating expertise
- Food Handlers Card
- Food handling
- Team Leadership
- Contamination prevention
- Menu development
- Kitchen Organization
- Food Costing
Languages
English
Full Professional
Tagalog
Timeline
Continental Cook
Best Western Kodiak Inn
06.2016 - Current
Canary Worker
ISA CANARY
10.2007 - 05.2015
Deli Cook/Head Cake Decorator
Ralphs Grocery
08.2007 - 10.2012
Associate of Science - Medical Secretary
Marian College
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