Natibel Abuy Ela
Houston,TX
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Mendocino Farms, excelling in food safety and preparation. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and foster teamwork, while delivering exceptional customer service. Skilled in knife techniques and problem-solving, consistently achieving high standards in food quality and service satisfaction.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
MendocinoFarms
Houston, TX
05.2024 - 05.2026
- Led kitchen team in daily food preparation and service operations.
- Ensured compliance with food safety regulations and quality standards.
- Resolved issues promptly to minimize disruptions in kitchen workflow and service delivery.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Trained junior cooks on proper cooking techniques, safety protocols, and kitchen etiquette, promoting a positive work environment.
- Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
- Handled portion control activities according to specified instructions provided by chef.
- Implemented effective time-management strategies while prioritizing multiple tasks simultaneously without sacrificing quality or consistency of food items prepared.
Guest Assistant
Kenny And Ziggys Restaurant
Houston, TX
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Assisted guests with menu selections and dining inquiries to enhance overall dining experience.
- Coordinated table assignments and reservations to optimize seating efficiency during peak hours.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely food delivery and presentation quality.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of dining areas to uphold restaurant standards.
- Managed guest feedback, addressing concerns promptly to improve service satisfaction.
- Collaborated with housekeeping staff to ensure timely room turnovers and high cleanliness standards.
- Trained new team members on company policies and best practices to maintain consistent service quality across all guest interactions.
- Boosted guest loyalty with exceptional customer service and problem resolution skills.
Cook's Assistant
Komchop
Houston ,TX
02.2022 - 05.2022
- Assisted in food preparation, ensuring adherence to safety and hygiene standards.
- Supported chefs by organizing ingredients and maintaining clean workstations.
- Ensured timely delivery of meals during high-volume service periods.
- Learned and utilized various cooking techniques under chef supervision.
- Received consistent positive feedback from both customers and staff for providing attentive assistance during busy periods.
- Managed time effectively under pressure while completing multiple tasks simultaneously such as chopping vegetables, cooking side dishes, and washing dishes.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by assisting in food preparation and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Facilitated teamwork among kitchen staff members through clear communication regarding tasks at hand or upcoming needs throughout shifts.
Cook's Assistant
Aria Suya Kitchen
Houston, TX
09.2020 - 12.2021
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to changing priorities or special requests from cook during meal preparation.
- Assisted the cook in efficiently meeting dietary needs and restrictions of customers by preparing customized dishes.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Assisted in food preparation, ensuring adherence to safety and hygiene standards.
- Maintained inventory levels by monitoring supplies and reporting shortages.
Education
Business Administration And Management
American InterContinental University
Houston, TX02-2022
Skills
- Food safety knowledge
- Food assembly
- Food safety
- Cooking techniques
- Food preparation
- Safe food handling
- Knife skills
- Cleaning and organization
- Problem-solving
- Professional attitude
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Timeline
Lead Line Cook
MendocinoFarms
05.2024 - 05.2026
Guest Assistant
Kenny And Ziggys Restaurant
06.2022 - 12.2023
Cook's Assistant
Komchop
02.2022 - 05.2022
Cook's Assistant
Aria Suya Kitchen
09.2020 - 12.2021
Business Administration And Management
American InterContinental University