Nadia Aljondi
Portland,OR
Summary
I have been a professional chef for 19 years. I have had various jobs throughout Portland Including Radio Room, Radar, 10 Barrel Brewing company and Canard for two years before taking over as sous chef of Gabriel Rucker's pride and joy Le pigeon. Throughout my cooking career i have dabbled in bartending and have decided to transition to that full time.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Bartender
Alleyway Bar
09.2022 - Current
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Reduced wait times for drinks by efficiently managing the bar area and prioritizing orders.
Sous Chef
Le Pigeon
07.2023 - 04.2025
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Assisted in the development of staff training programs, improving overall consistency and efficiency within the kitchen environment while fostering professional growth among junior team members.
- Participated in menu planning meetings, offering creative input that led to new signature dishes garnering rave reviews from guests.
Education
GED -
Product School of Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-2007
Skills
- Strong multitasking
- Customer service
- Highly reliable
- Team player attitude
Timeline
Sous Chef
Le Pigeon
07.2023 - 04.2025
Bartender
Alleyway Bar
09.2022 - Current
GED -
Product School of Los Angeles
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