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Pio Pilapil

Travis AFB,CA

Summary

Dedicated Lead Cook with 30 years of experience in high-volume kitchens, including roles with ARAMARK at military establishments and Hyatt Regency. Dynamic foodservice professional skilled in culinary arts, food preparation, and advanced techniques like slicing and cutting. Proven leader with over 25 years of experience, bringing a detail-oriented approach to kitchen organization and food handling. Experienced working alongside military personnel, understanding the unique demands of military environments. Known for maintaining kitchen efficiency and food quality in fast-casual and fine-dining settings. Adaptable, team-oriented, and committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences, with a focus on consistency, presentation, and customer satisfaction.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Cook

ARAMARK, Contract Services
12.2021 - Current
  • Worked in various military installations to include JB-McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ, Fairchild AFB, WA, and Travis AFB, CA.
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
  • Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.

Cook III

Hyatt Regency
Saipan, MP
01.2006 - 11.2021
  • Communicated with kitchen employees, answered questions and offered insight into food preparations.
  • Kept kitchen, cooking utensils and storeroom clean and neat
  • Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
  • Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
  • Executed proper techniques when preparing menu item ingredients.
  • Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Trained and coached new team members.
  • Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.

Cook

Saipan Grand Hotel
Saipan , MP
03.1994 - 12.2006
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw items.
  • Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
  • Maintained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of busy periods, including dinner rush.
  • Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
  • Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
  • Precooked certain items during slow periods to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush.
  • Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
  • Regulated oven, broiler and roaster operations for cooking at correct temperatures.

Skills

  • Dish preparation
  • ServSafe certified
  • High volume production capability
  • OSHA
  • Food handlers card
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Well-tuned palette
  • Focused and disciplined
  • Fine Dining
  • Contemporary sauce work
  • Food presentation
  • Sous vide technique
  • Culinary Art
  • Ingredient inspection
  • Foodservice sanitation
  • Recipe preparation
  • Equipment cleaning and maintenance
  • Team-oriented

Accomplishments

Fairchild AFB Ross Dining Facility Civilian of the Month- November 2023

JB-McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst AFB Halverson Dining Facility Civilian of the Month- April 2022

Hyatt 2017 "Food and Beverage Employee of the Year Back of the House" award recipient

Hyatt 2013 HYSTAR Diamond Employee of the Year award recipient

Hyatt 2009 2nd Quarter HYSTAR Gold award recipient

Hyatt 2007 4th Quarter HYSTAR Platinum award recipient

Hyatt 2006 1st Quarter HYSTAR Platinum award recipient

Hyatt 2005 4th Quarter HYSTAR Gold award recipient

Hyatt 2005 3rd Quarter HYSTAR Gold award recipient

Timeline

Lead Cook

ARAMARK, Contract Services
12.2021 - Current

Cook III

Hyatt Regency
01.2006 - 11.2021

Cook

Saipan Grand Hotel
03.1994 - 12.2006

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