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Noel Balbas

Las Vegas

Summary

Dynamic kitchen professional with extensive experience at Hooters Casino Hotel Las Vegas, excelling in safe food handling and quality assurance. Proven track record in training staff and ensuring high standards in food presentation and sanitation. Self-motivated and dedicated to delivering exceptional culinary experiences in high-volume settings. Seasoned Kitchen Cook with 13 years of experience.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Cook

Hooters Casino Hotel Las Vegas
03.2012 - 08.2025
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
  • Promoted excellence in food quality and presentation for kitchen staff.
  • Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Verified proper portion sizes to consistently attain high food quality standards.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
  • Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
  • Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
  • Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
  • Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Assisted in food preparation for a high-volume restaurant,serving 200+ covers daily

Education

Eureka High School
Ilocos Norte, Philippines
06-1987

Skills

  • Safe food handling
  • Ingredient preparation
  • Frying and steaming
  • Cleaning and sanitizing
  • Cutting and slicing techniques
  • Food storage
  • Dish preparation
  • Sanitation practices
  • Quality assurance and control
  • Food preparation
  • Kitchen equipment operations
  • Cook training

Certification

Food handler certification

Timeline

Kitchen Cook

Hooters Casino Hotel Las Vegas
03.2012 - 08.2025

Eureka High School