VINCENT MANALO
Dubai,United Arab Emirates
Summary
Passionate Commis Chef championing exceptional food quality standards. Prepares and presents innovative dishes whilst maintaining spotless kitchen for continued [Type] compliance and optimal customer satisfaction. Superb communicator with excellent organisation skills. Accomplished Commis Chef with extensive expertise providing first-class culinary experiences within [Type] restaurants. Maintains outstanding quality standards through meticulous approach to food preparation, creative presentation and kitchen cleanliness. Hardworking Commis Chef versed in supporting senior chefs in quality food preparation. Checks ingredient and supply levels to reduce downtime and rotates inventory for maximum freshness.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Commis Chef / COMMIS 1
FIVE HOTEL
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
03.2021 - Current
- Controlled and minimised food waste.
- Prepared and presented innovative dishes of exceptional quality and uniformity.
- Carried out tasks assigned by Chef De Partie.
- Consistently ensured excellent food quality standards for outstanding customer satisfaction.
- Regularly rotated stock and helped to organise incoming deliveries of fresh produce, promoting best inventory management practices.
- Periodically cleaned kitchen stations in line with sanitation regulations.
- Supported senior chefs in preparing original daily menus, showcasing culinary abilities with seasonal produce.
- Prepared meats, fish and vegetables to support line cooking in fast-paced environment.
- Followed precise recipe cards and food preparation procedures.
- Quality-checked items for quantity and presentation.
- Contributed to kitchen revenue through effective ingredients cost control and waste minimisation.
- Supported food service in busy restaurant environment.
- Stored foodstuffs and ingredients in established manner.
- Met high standards of food hygiene and safety.
- Accurately measured dish ingredients to support precise portioning.
- Remained calm and effective in fast-paced kitchen environments to promptly deliver high-quality dishes.
- Cooked and presented dished in line with standardised recipes.
Food Runner
FIVE HOTEL
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Created a safe environment for guests and staff by complying with all company safety policies, including manual handling and COSHH.
- Maximised table turnover by assisting in setting up and clearing down tables to enable prompt readiness for next service.
- Employed [Skill] and [Skill] to deliver food items swiftly, ensuring optimum food temperature on guest receipt.
- Increased customer loyalty by building and maintaining relationships with regular guests, memorising individual dining needs and preferences to maximise dining experience.
- Served food and beverages to customers whilst encapsulating company's brand tone and style.
- Acted as food quality inspector, verifying final product aligned with company standards before serving items to guests.
- Safely lifted packages of up to [Number]kg to assist in quick processing of stock deliveries.
- Ensured meticulous table setting, using symmetry to create balance between table items.
- Regularly inspected and cleaned bathroom areas, managing and recording incidents as they arose.
- Facilitated smooth delivery of service by dealing with guests requests efficiently and accurately, maintaining clear and effective communication with kitchen staff.
- Managed restaurant closing duties, from cleaning dining areas to cashing up tills.
- Regularly communicated with kitchen and bar staff to maintain smooth front of house operations, minimising potential service delays.
Kitchen Steward
FIVE Hotel
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
04.2018 - 01.2019
- Utilised storage effectively to keep kitchen equipment and supplies safely and clearly organised.
- Cooperated well with kitchen teams, improving workflow and raising working standards.
- Carried out regular rubbish removal, mopping and sweeping, maintaining clean kitchen environments throughout service shifts.
- Thoroughly cleaned kitchen utensils, cookware, glassware and serving dishes, maintaining faultless hygiene and presentation standards.
- Washed cutlery and crockery using industrial dishwashers and manual methods for pristine finish.
- Used kitchen equipment as instructed and to safety protocols.
- Rotated stock to keep ingredients fresh.
- Observed health and hygiene standards to minimise food contamination.
- Cleared tables to remove dirty utensils and leftover food items.
- Spiced food to create fulfilling dining experiences.
Education
Diploma - ENHANCE SUPPORT LEVEL PROGRAM IN MARINE DECK
ILO-ILO STATE COLLEGE OF FISHERIES
PHILIPPINESSkills
- Quality focused
- Culinary expertise
- Adept in food hygiene
- Calm under pressure
- Kitchen equipment and tools
- Expert multitasker
- Sanitation guidelines
- Grilling and deep frying skills
- Pantry restocking
- Fine-dining expertise
- Forecasting and planning
- Food plating and presentation
- Meal preparation
- Food inventories
- Performance assessments
Languages
English
Fluent
Timeline
Commis Chef / COMMIS 1
FIVE HOTEL
03.2021 - Current
Food Runner
FIVE HOTEL
02.2019 - 03.2021
Kitchen Steward
FIVE Hotel
04.2018 - 01.2019
Diploma - ENHANCE SUPPORT LEVEL PROGRAM IN MARINE DECK
ILO-ILO STATE COLLEGE OF FISHERIES
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