TILA T. PADIZ
Honolulu,USA
Summary
To obtain a position as a Cook utilizing my strengths and abilities with the opportunity for growth and advancement in a growing company SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS Outstanding Customer Service Skills Effective working alone or as a cooperative team member Proven self-starter, working independently, while contributing to the success of the entire team.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook / Prep Cook / E-Bar / Pantry
Nordstrom Roscello
Honolulu, Hawaii
09.2023 - Current
- Prepared and cooked large batches of soups, stews, meats, vegetables and other food items according to recipes.
- Cleaned, peeled and cut vegetables, fruits and other ingredients for use in recipes.
- Sautéed proteins such as chicken, beef, pork, seafoods, and tofu with various sauces or marinades to order specifications.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers in order to maintain efficient workflow throughout the shift period.
- Prepared a variety of ingredients such as meats, vegetables, and starches for sautéing according to recipes.
- Cooked hamburgers, hot dogs, chicken breasts, steaks, fish fillets and other meats according to recipes or customer specifications.
- Grilled vegetables such as onions, peppers and mushrooms for burgers and sandwiches.
Lead Line Cook
Tango Contemporary Cafe
Honolulu, Hawaii
05.2022 - 09.2023
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment
- Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service
- Assisted in food inventory and control while properly receiving and storing delivered items
- Assisted head chef in developing new menus and planning seasonal recipes
- Managed a team of kitchen staff including assigning tasks and monitoring performance.
Line Cook / Pastry / Prep Cook / Hostess / E-Bar
Nemian Marcus
Honolulu, Hawaii
05.2017 - 10.2022
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures
- Working together as a team to make sure our customers are satisfied with their meal
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads
- Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush
- Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising
- Prepared doughs, fillings and icings according to recipes.
Cleaning Crew Member
ICC, Cleaning Crew 1450
Honolulu, HI
10.2019 - 01.2021
- Clean and sanitize restrooms, sinks, countertops and other surfaces.
- Replenish bathroom supplies such as soap, paper towels and toilet tissue.
- Clean windows, walls, ceilings, carpets and furniture in assigned areas.
- Operate floor cleaning machines to clean rugs, carpets and hard surface floors.
- Move furniture, equipment, boxes or other items as requested by supervisors or clients.
- Kept building interiors appealing with routine deep cleaning of high-traffic areas.
Style Consultant
Target 4380
Honolulu, Hawaii
01.2017 - 01.2020
- In charge of designing floor aesthetic
- Frequently changing out ground floors of fashion
- Changing mannequins into up to date fashion
- Update fashion styles on the floor
- Making sure backed stocked are correctly counted
- Great Customer service towards our guest as well as my colleges
Stock Associate
Victoria Secret & Pink
Honolulu, HI
11.2013 - 01.2014
- Organized lingerie
- Overnight Inventory
- Keep up with updated fashion
- Experienced visual team leader
- Assessed floor displays to restock merchandise
- Organized storage of articles in bins, floor, shelves and assigned areas according to product categories
- Loaded and unloaded delivery vehicles to maintain inventory
- Updated pricing and sales signs to promote merchandise
- Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items
- Greeted customers and retrieved requested products to drive satisfaction
Cashier / Cook
HMS Host International
Honolulu, Hawaii
03.2010 - 05.2011
- Airport Food Court
- Open store, preppers work station & food
- Inventory
- Alcohol server
- Fast paced environment
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines
Sales Associate
Forever 21
Honolulu, HI
07.2009 - 02.2010
- Provides Customer Service
- Organize entire store
- Keep updated with Fashion
- Maintaining and Stocking, including overnight inventory and restocking
- An outspoken individual with good communication skills
- Experienced visual team member
- Arranged merchandise in an attractive manner to promote sales.
- Verified pricing accuracy on shelves against invoices from vendors.
- Stocked shelves with new merchandise and checked for outdated or damaged items.
- Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
- Replenished items to maintain stock availability.
- Assisted customers by locating items and loading heavy purchases in vehicles.
Counter Person
Hilton Hawaiian Village
Honolulu, HI
01.2005 - 02.2006
- Informed customers about daily specials or new menu items available at the counter.
- Answered questions from customers regarding ingredients used in certain menu items or preparation techniques used by staff members.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Took orders from customers accurately and in a timely manner.
Education
High School Diploma -
Farrington High School
Kalihi, HI01.2009
Skills
- Ingredient Preparation
- Professional Attitude
- Food Preparation
- Reliable and Trustworthy
- Safe Food Handling
- Team Coordination
- Kitchen Organization
References
Reference Upon Request
Timeline
Line Cook / Prep Cook / E-Bar / Pantry
Nordstrom Roscello
09.2023 - Current
Lead Line Cook
Tango Contemporary Cafe
05.2022 - 09.2023
Cleaning Crew Member
ICC, Cleaning Crew 1450
10.2019 - 01.2021
Line Cook / Pastry / Prep Cook / Hostess / E-Bar
Nemian Marcus
05.2017 - 10.2022
Style Consultant
Target 4380
01.2017 - 01.2020
Stock Associate
Victoria Secret & Pink
11.2013 - 01.2014
Cashier / Cook
HMS Host International
03.2010 - 05.2011
Sales Associate
Forever 21
07.2009 - 02.2010
Counter Person
Hilton Hawaiian Village
01.2005 - 02.2006
High School Diploma -
Farrington High School