Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Interests
Personal Information
Timeline

MELODY JAPAG

DISNEY COMPANY-DISNEY Fantasy
Olongapo City,Zambales
4
Languages
1
Certification
25
years of professional experience

Professional manager with a strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in inventory management, customer service, and staff training. Known for adaptability and effective leadership, ensuring smooth operations and high standards in a dynamic environment. Ready to drive success and meet organizational goals.

Work History

Outlet Manager/Butler

6 Months
Quest Hotels and Convention Center | 02.2026 - Current
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to service standards and operational protocols.
  • Managed staff scheduling, optimizing workforce alignment with business needs and peak periods.
  • Analyzed guest feedback to identify areas for improvement, driving enhancements in service delivery.
  • Supervised and effectively trained 20 employees to decrease process lags and boost productivity.
  • Liaised with sales, marketing, and management teams to develop solutions and accomplish shared objectives.
  • Multiplied earnings through sales goal achievement, customer service improvements, and commitment to team objectives.

CDP/Supervisor

1 Year 10 Months
DISNEY COMPANY-DISNEY Fantasy | 10.2024 - Current
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates
  • Improved kitchen safety, conducting comprehensive training on proper equipment use and emergency procedures
  • Adapted quickly to changing circumstances, adjusting recipes or cooking methods as needed due to limited resources or unexpected challenges
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers
  • Verify compliance in the preparation of menu items and customer special requests
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality
  • Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request
  • Provided support during busy periods, stepping in to help other kitchen staff as needed to maintain smooth operations and deliver exceptional service
  • Ensured adherence to Public Health regulations and healthy and Safety procedure leading to a safer work environment for all the teams

Sous Chef/Executive Lounge Chef

2 Years 1 Month
SWISSOTEL-ACCOR | 04.2022 - 05.2024
  • Deliver excellent food quality and maximize customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles
  • Lead daily staff meetings to communicate expectations and review safety procedures
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed on time without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.

Exe. Sous Chef/Line Manager

6 Years 3 Months
Qatar Airways | 11.2016 - 02.2023
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows
  • Led daily staff meetings to communicate expectations and review safety procedures
  • Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques
  • Standardized production procedures, job roles, and quality assurance guidelines
  • Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency, and adherence to standards
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction
  • Reduced health risks and safety hazards by preparing beverage products consistently while creating cleaning schedules, restocking items and sanitizing equipment to adhere to health department standards
  • Created streamlined production schedules and collaborated with production employees to communicate objectives and goals
  • Assured consistent quality of production by implementing and enforcing automated practice systems

Assistant Dietician Chef

3 Years 1 Month
NYLA Health & Wellness | 08.2013 - 09.2016
  • Silver And Bronze Medalists in Culinary Competitions
  • Awarded Silver and Bronze Medal in 2021 for Culinary Competitions
  • Supervised team of 160 staff members
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing
  • Collaborated with team of 15 in the development of product improvement
  • Oversaw foodservice operations for 5-star Hotels, Restaurant and Airlines
  • Selected to create and prepare unique dishes for private parties with well-known celebrities

Head Chef

1 Year
The Princess K | 07.2012 - 07.2013
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen
  • Engaged safety devices and monitored attraction during operation to reduce safety risks
  • Clearly explained and demonstrated safety and emergency procedures to passengers prior to boarding

School Chef

2 Years 1 Month
Kensington School (British Curriculum) | 06.2010 - 07.2012
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience
  • Cooked meals according to administrative policies, health code regulations and food service standards
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies
  • Communicated with supervisor to discuss menu items, ingredients, and nutritional values

Chef De Partie

8 Years 3 Months
Fairmont Hotel and Resort | 02.2002 - 05.2010
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques
  • Led daily staff meetings to communicate expectations and review safety procedures
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency, and adherence to standards

Education

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management,Culinary

College of Saint Benilde | Manila, Philippines | 04.2000

Bachelor of Science - Food and Nutrition

Saint Luis University | Baguio, Philippines | 10.1995

Skills

Food Safety/Health and Safety Awareness
Menu planning
Hospitality service expertise (Butler/RM)
Kitchen Management
Food plating and presentation
Quality Assurance Standards
Strong leadership abilities
Microsoft Office
Excellent Communication
Assessing production schedules
Store operations
Social media marketing

Accomplishments

  • Recognized for Hygiene Chef of the Year
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Verified compliance in the preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
  • Inventory food, ingredients, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs, and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency, and adherence to standards.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.

Certification

  • HACCP Certificate
  • Food Safety LVL 3
  • CPR/AED Certificate
  • Fire Fighting
  • Infant CPR
  • HALAL Certificate
  • First Aid Certificate
  • Leadership STRATUS Certificate
  • CYBER Security Certificate
  • Special Assistant Team
  • Health and Safety
  • Hospitality Training (Lobster Ink)

Languages

English
Japanese
Spanish
Tagalog

Interests

Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless
women
and animals.
Playing Sports
Gardening
I participate in a variety of outdoor recreational activities.
Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration.
Team Sports
Mindfulness Practices
High-Intensity Interval Training
Dancing
Gym Workouts
Swimming
I participate in low-impact exercises to strengthen core muscles.

Personal Information

Title: Head Chef/Menu Development/Dietitian Chef/Restaurant Manager

Timeline

Outlet Manager/Butler

Quest Hotels and Convention Center
02.2026 - CurrentRead More

CDP/Supervisor

DISNEY COMPANY-DISNEY Fantasy
10.2024 - CurrentRead More

Sous Chef/Executive Lounge Chef

SWISSOTEL-ACCOR
04.2022 - 05.2024Read More

Exe. Sous Chef/Line Manager

Qatar Airways
11.2016 - 02.2023Read More

Assistant Dietician Chef

NYLA Health & Wellness
08.2013 - 09.2016Read More

Head Chef

The Princess K
07.2012 - 07.2013Read More

School Chef

Kensington School (British Curriculum)
06.2010 - 07.2012Read More

Chef De Partie

Fairmont Hotel and Resort
02.2002 - 05.2010Read More

Saint Luis University

Bachelor of Science from Food and Nutrition
Read More

College of Saint Benilde

Bachelor of Science from Hospitality Management,Culinary
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MELODY JAPAG