Narin Chhay
Long Beach,CA
Summary
Versatile Cook skilled in developing harmonious flavors through expert ingredient pairing and efficient kitchen organization. Experienced CNC Machinist with hands-on operation of CNC machines, blueprint interpretation, and routine maintenance. Proven ability to ensure product quality through thorough inspections and effective collaboration with engineering teams to resolve production challenges.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef de Partie
Gooden Center
Pasadena, California
07.2022 - Current
- Prepared a variety of sauces from scratch according to recipes or customer requests.
- Performed basic cooking tasks such as frying meats or vegetables using various tools including deep fryers or grills.
- Checked finished plates before they were served to guests, making sure all components met quality standards.
- Managed food usage with proper stock rotation to prevent spoilage.
- Ensured food safety practices were followed in all kitchen operations.
- Adhered to health and safety regulations while preparing food items in the kitchen area.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
- Maintained cleanliness in the kitchen area by washing dishes and wiping down surfaces after each shift.
Cook
Colburn Cafe
Los Angeles, CA
05.2018 - 03.2020
- Executed various cooking techniques, including chopping, sautéing, roasting, and grilling, to produce high-quality dishes.
- Combined diverse ingredients to craft balanced flavors and textures that enhance overall dish appeal.
- Streamlined kitchen organization, managed inventory efficiently, and ensured a clean workspace to support smooth kitchen operations.
CNC Machinist
Password Enterprise
Long Beach, CA
10.2012 - 11.2017
- Operated CNC machines to produce precision parts, ensuring adherence to specifications and quality standards
- Read and interpreted blueprints and technical drawings
- Performed routine maintenance on machines to maintain peak performance and reduce downtime
- Inspected finished products for quality and accuracy, identifying and addressing defects to uphold production standards
- Collaborated with engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve production issues
Education
High School/GED - Business
Long Beach Polytechnic High School
Long BeachSkills
- Cooking
- Food Preparation
- Cleaning
- Equipment Setup
- Blueprint Reading
- Precision measurement
- Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
- G Code Programming
Timeline
Chef de Partie
Gooden Center
07.2022 - Current
Cook
Colburn Cafe
05.2018 - 03.2020
CNC Machinist
Password Enterprise
10.2012 - 11.2017
High School/GED - Business
Long Beach Polytechnic High School