Glaico Gentica
Abu Dhabi City,Abu Dhabi
Summary
Hardworking kitchen team member experienced with fast pace of food preparation. Ready to meet high customer demand with consistently attractive and delicious foods. Trained in different cooking methods and types of dishes.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work history
Food service supervisor
LaGoma Burger Restaurant
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
02.2023 - Current
- Checked completed orders for accuracy, quality and presentation.
- Received incoming stock shipments, rotated current supplies and placed new items into correct storage locations.
- Handled customer complaints using quick decision-making to resolve issues.
- Used fryers , grills, and microwaves while following safety guidelines.
- Prepared ingredients before busy period based on expected customer levels.
- Stayed up-to-date on fast food menu changes to answer customer ingredient and portion questions.
- Operated griddle to heat up or cook meats, cheeses and bread pieces.
- Prepared sandwiches and salads to recipe guidelines.
- Worked fast and accurately to meet customer needs and service goals.
- Grilled meats for correct time to reach safe internal temperatures.
Commis Chef
Lento Fast Food LLC
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Complied with food safety regulations.
- Followed precise recipe cards and food preparation procedures.
- Periodically cleaned kitchen stations in line with sanitation regulations.
- Contributed to kitchen revenue through effective ingredients cost control and waste minimisation.
- Supported senior chefs in preparing original daily menus, showcasing culinary abilities with seasonal produce.
- Regularly rotated stock and helped to organise incoming deliveries of fresh produce, promoting best inventory management practices.
Commis chef
Daikan Izakaya
Abu Dhabi city, Abu Dhabi
01.2022 - 06.2022
- Carried out tasks assigned by Chef De Partie.
- Stored foodstuffs and ingredients in established manner.
- Quality-checked items for quantity and presentation.
- Remained calm and effective in fast-paced kitchen environments to promptly deliver high-quality dishes.
- Consistently ensured excellent food quality standards for outstanding customer satisfaction.
- Supported food service in busy restaurant environment.
- Controlled and minimised food waste.
- Followed precise recipe cards and food preparation procedures.
- Accurately measured dish ingredients to support precise portioning.
- Met high standards of food hygiene and safety.
- Regularly rotated stock and helped to organise incoming deliveries of fresh produce, promoting best inventory management practices.
- Seasoned various meats and peeled, washed and chopped vegetables.
- Complied with food safety regulations.
- Prepared meats, fish and vegetables to support line cooking in fast-paced environment.
- Periodically cleaned kitchen stations in line with sanitation regulations.
Waiter
Jacob's Diner
Antipolo, Philippines
04.2020 - 08.2021
- Warmly greeted guests upon arrival to create welcoming atmosphere.
- Informed customers regarding ingredients used to address allergy and dietary issues.
- Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.
- Served high volumes of guests in fast-paced service environments with exceptional customer care.
- Managed restaurant closing duties, from cleaning dining areas to cashing up tills.
- Delivered food and drinks from kitchen to respective tables to meet timely expectations.
- Assisted customers with menu selection, offering knowledge of current special dishes and personal recommendations to build rapport.
- Cleaned, sanitised and organised food storage racks and bins, maintaining exceptional hygiene standards.
Line cook
Chives Bistro and Market
antipolo city, Philippines
02.2018 - 03.2020
- Accounted for individual diets and allergens when cooking personal meals.
- Monitored equipment operation and controlled settings to steam, roast and grill food.
- Presented dishes with creative plating and merchandising.
- Completed daily opening and closing duties to support kitchen operations and prepare for busy periods.
- Adhered to health and safety requirements for cleaning surfaces, cooking items and equipment.
- Operated industrial kitchen equipment to mix and blend ingredients.
- Prepared uniform dishes with meticulous care and attention to detail and quality.
- Studied under qualified chefs to train in cuisines and requirements of different cooking stations.
- Communicated closely with service teams to fully understand special orders.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent food spoilage and contamination.
- Followed precise recipes detailing ingredient requirements and cooking methods.
- Encouraged team to keep kitchen organised and stocked with supplies for easy use.
Banquet waiter
Microtel Inn and Suites by Wydham
Quezon City , Philippines
07.2017 - 01.2018
- Provided friendly, courteous service, maximising positive customer satisfaction ratings.
- Used appropriate sanitising and cleaning products to maintain hygienic kitchen and food preparation areas.
- Warmly greeted guests upon arrival to create welcoming atmosphere.
- Served high volumes of guests in fast-paced service environments with exceptional customer care.
- Served meals and drinks with professionalism and skill, maintaining high presentation and quality standards.
- Cleaned and set tables quickly after customers left to maximise restaurant capacity.
- Attended to customer's needs proactively for first-class waiting service.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hotel and Restaurant Management
Our Lady of Fatima University
Philippines 11.2010 - 03.2017
Diploma - Culinary Arts and Science
Academy Asia School of Technology and Arts
Philippines 03.2019 - 08.2019
Skills
- Performance management
- Customer service
- Kitchen sanitation procedures
- Hospitality service expertise
- Banquets and catering
- Asian cuisine
- Training and development
- Complaint resolution
- Kitchen sustainability improvements
- Recipe development
- Food safety & hygiene expert
- HACCP
- Meat slicing
- Food safety protocol
- Culinary trend research
Languages
English
Upper intermediate
Timeline
Food service supervisor
LaGoma Burger Restaurant
02.2023 - Current
Commis Chef
Lento Fast Food LLC
07.2022 - 02.2023
Commis chef
Daikan Izakaya
01.2022 - 06.2022
Waiter
Jacob's Diner
04.2020 - 08.2021
Diploma - Culinary Arts and Science
Academy Asia School of Technology and Arts
03.2019 - 08.2019
Line cook
Chives Bistro and Market
02.2018 - 03.2020
Banquet waiter
Microtel Inn and Suites by Wydham
07.2017 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Hotel and Restaurant Management
Our Lady of Fatima University
11.2010 - 03.2017