Diligent Cook Helper with sound knowledge of kitchen safety and sanitation standards. Comfortable performing several cooking methods such as frying, steaming, poaching, sautéing and roasting. Profound communication skills coupled with service-oriented and can-do attitude.
Work History
Cook Helper
3 Years 8 Months
Banquet Solutions Hawaii | 03.2023 - Current
Enhanced kitchen efficiency by assisting cooks with food preparation and recipe execution.
Supported a clean and organized working environment by maintaining cleanliness of utensils, equipment, and workstations.
Ensured quality control by checking the freshness of ingredients and properly storing perishable items.
Aided in minimizing food waste by effectively managing inventory levels and utilizing leftover ingredients creatively.
Maintained high standards of sanitation throughout the kitchen area through proper cleaning practices and routine inspections.
Boosted customer satisfaction by delivering prompt service and addressing special requests accurately.
Facilitated smooth meal services by prepping ingredients ahead of time and ensuring all necessary tools were readily available for cooks.
Cleaned and washed all utensils, preparation equipment cutting boards and counters.
Residential Custodian
5 Years 5 Months
Education First | 06.2021 - Current
Managed custodial responsibilities
Trained in Covid-19 Safety standards and procedures
Assisted customers through excellent customer service
Attention to detail in cleanliness and safety
Ordered supplies and kept inventory of stock
Managed laundry service and organized supply closets.
Dishwasher
1 Year 1 Month
Kamitoku Ramen | 05.2020 - 06.2021
Cleaned and disinfected kitchen and dishware
Maintained kitchen areas and surfaces clean and disinfected throughout the day
Assisted kitchen team with food prep
Worked in a high paced team setting
Bussed tables and provided customer service
Assisted with end of day closing duties.
Cook/Stocking Specialist
1 Year 1 Month
Kalapawai Market | 05.2020 - 06.2021
Line cook proficiency
Prepared food for daily service
Met goals and deadlines with proficiency
Worked in a high paced team setting
Attention to detail in retail marketing and shelf displays.
Curtesy Clerk
3 Years 1 Month
Safeway | 05.2015 - 06.2018
Inventory and logistic knowledge for a large grocer chain
Assisted customers with shopping needs on a daily basis
Met goals and deadlines with proficiency
Worked in a high paced team setting
Attention to detail in retail marketing and shelf displays.
Education
Highschool Diploma
McKinley High School | Honolulu, HI | 05.2019
Skills
Custodial Management
Logistics and Stocking
Excels in fast-paced team setting
Punctual and attentive
Communication skills
Ingredient Measuring
Stock Rotation
Temperature Monitoring
Kitchen Safety
Food Preparation
Cooking Techniques
Food Handling
Food Presentation
Knife Skills
Customer service
Attention to detail
Allergen awareness
Vegetable prep
Basic nutrition
Recipe reading
Cooking
Basic Recordkeeping
Sanitation and Sterilization Procedures
Cleaning and Sanitation
Punctual and Reliable
Certification
Professional Cook Certification - Hotel and Restaurant Industry Employment and Training Trust / Honolulu Community College, October 2023
Certificate of Completion of Apprenticeship - State of Hawaii Department of Labor and Industrial Relations, December 2023