Paul Nguyen
Portland,OR
Summary
Well-rounded culinary professional eager to learn new skills and hone current ones. Performs well under pressure and in team-oriented environments. Strong believer in mutual growth and accountability. Experienced in Asian cuisine, particularly Japanese and Korean cooking.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Normandie
06.2024 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders at once accurately, efficiently, and cleanly during busy periods in a fine dining setting
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Set up and prepared workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn
Line Cook; Brunch Sous
Toki Restaurant
10.2022 - 05.2024
- Learned and applied Korean recipes and techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks and front-of-house staff.
- Worked line during peak hours, accurately preparing multiple orders simultaneously while ensuring food quality, cleanliness, and hospitality.
- Taking inventory and contacting vendors to maintain pars on product.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
Ramen Prep Cook
AFURI
07.2021 - 10.2022
- Prepared ramen in commissary setting including broths, tare, toppings, and seasoning oils.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple prep projects simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Line Cook; Sous Chef
Danwei Canting
07.2020 - 07.2021
- Learned and applied Chinese recipes and techniques.
- Leading and supporting the kitchen team in daily operations.
- Upholding high standards of all prepared food items through communication and mutual accountability.
- Managed inventory and contacted vendors to maintain pars on food and dry goods.
Prep Cook
Marukin/Kinboshi Ramen
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Prepared ramen toppings, broths, and seasonings
- Collaborated with kitchen team members to maintain a clean and safe workspace
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Portland State University
Portland, ORSkills
- Time Management
- Cleaning and organization
- Attention to Detail
- Professional Attitude
- Adaptable
- Strong communicator
Timeline
Line Cook
Normandie
06.2024 - Current
Line Cook; Brunch Sous
Toki Restaurant
10.2022 - 05.2024
Ramen Prep Cook
AFURI
07.2021 - 10.2022
Line Cook; Sous Chef
Danwei Canting
07.2020 - 07.2021
Prep Cook
Marukin/Kinboshi Ramen
11.2019 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Portland State University
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