Zachary Bajcar
Waipahu
Summary
Results-driven lead cook with strong culinary skills and a focus on quality control. Experienced in managing kitchen staff and ensuring clean, organized workspaces. Ready to contribute to exceptional meal preparation and service.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Helena's Hawaiian Food
Honolulu
01.2023 - Current
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to uphold restaurant standards consistently.
- Served as lead cook, guiding and assisting training of less experienced cooks.
Kitchen Manager
Paniolos
Kapolei
05.2022 - 01.2023
- Managed daily kitchen operations ensuring efficiency and quality at Paniolos.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
Line Cook
Foodland Farms
Pearl City
09.2021 - 05.2022
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and measuring various food items.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, tools, and kitchen equipment consistently.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen area.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
Operations Supervisor
Cookies In Paradise
Pearl City
07.2018 - 09.2021
- Supervised daily operations to ensure efficient workflow in cookie production.
- Mixing dough for different types of cookies and making sauces for different types of party mixes.
- Used forklift and pallet jack to unload, load and transport items.
- Cleaning and closing up factory.
Line Cook
Limon Rotisserie
Kapolei
10.2017 - 07.2018
- Opening kitchen and setting up line.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, tools, and kitchen equipment consistently.
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, slicing, and measuring various food items.
Sushi Maker, Fish Cutter and Line Cook
Umaizushi
Honolulu
10.2013 - 12.2017
- Prepared sushi using fresh ingredients and traditional techniques.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Prepared and cooked various types of sushi dishes, including maki, nigiri and sashimi.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of sushi preparation area.
Chef's Helper and Driver
Keiki Gourmet
Mililani Town
12.2012 - 08.2017
- Assisted in food preparation and cooking processes for preschool.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and dining areas.
- Supported inventory management by restocking supplies as needed.
- Closing and cleaning up all areas of the kitchen.
Line Cook
Tequileria
Honolulu
05.2009 - 10.2013
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated flat top and grill equipment during food preparation, ensuring consistent quality and timely dish delivery.
- Opened kitchen and set up workstations with ingredients, utensils, and cooking equipment to ensure smooth operations.
- Closed and cleaned kitchen to maintain hygiene standards and prepare for next service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Waipahu High School
Waipahu, HI06-2007
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts Program
Leeward Community College
Pearl City, HISkills
- Food safety
- Kitchen supervision
- Quality control
- Culinary technique
- Inventory management
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Meal preparation
- Knife safety
Affiliations
- Volunteer, Taste of Honolulu - Honolulu, HI - 2009
- Volunteer, Taste of Kapolei - Kapolei, HI - 2007
Timeline
Lead Cook
Helena's Hawaiian Food
01.2023 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Paniolos
05.2022 - 01.2023
Line Cook
Foodland Farms
09.2021 - 05.2022
Operations Supervisor
Cookies In Paradise
07.2018 - 09.2021
Line Cook
Limon Rotisserie
10.2017 - 07.2018
Sushi Maker, Fish Cutter and Line Cook
Umaizushi
10.2013 - 12.2017
Chef's Helper and Driver
Keiki Gourmet
12.2012 - 08.2017
Line Cook
Tequileria
05.2009 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Waipahu High School
Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts Program
Leeward Community College