Alex Menisterio
Bol, Zagreb, 21420,croatia
Summary
Delivers consistent support across food preparation, batch cooking and service by keeping stations organised and ingredients ready for busy periods. Operates kitchen equipment safely and accurately while maintaining clean, well-ordered workspaces. Works closely with chefs and kitchen helpers to keep service moving and standards high.
Overview
1
1
Language
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Sunce Hoteli d.d.
Bol, Zagreb, Croatia
05.2026 - 10.2026
- Operated large-volume cooking equipment to produce batches of identical entrees and sides.
- Worked with experienced chefs to learn requirements of different cooking stations and dishes.
- Organised ingredients at start of shift to prepare for expected needs during busy periods.
- Managed kitchen inventory, conducted weekly stock checks, and ordered supplies to maintain adequate levels.
- Coordinated work of kitchen helpers keeping spaces clean, stocked and tidy.
- Maintained clean, safe environment by adhering to sanitation and safety requirements.
Line Cook, Hot Kitchen
Costa Palawan Resort
Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, Philippines
06.2024 - 03.2026
- Sliced meats into specific cuts using excellent knife skills.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for food items such as soups, sauces and salads.
- Organised ingredients at start of shift to prepare for expected needs during busy periods.
- Monitored kitchen expenses, implemented cost-saving measures without compromising on food quality.
Filipino Cook
Puerto Pension Hotel
Puerto Princesa City, Palawan, Philippines
08.2015 - 06.2019
- Garnished and arranged food items to enhance visual appeal and elevate customer dining experience.
- Organised ingredients at start of shift to prepare for expected needs during busy periods.
- Prepared workstations for each shift by ensuring clean cutting board and utensil bath were readily available.
- Coordinated kitchen helpers to maintain cleanliness, organisation, and stock levels in workspaces.
- Managed kitchen inventory, conducted weekly stock checks, and ordered supplies to maintain adequate levels.
Demi Chef De Partie
Grand Millenium Hotel
Sulaimaniya, Kurdistan , Iraq
03.2014 - 03.2015
- Managed mise en place for assigned stations, guaranteeing efficient service during peak hours.
- Operated large-volume cooking equipment to efficiently produce consistent batches of entrees and sides.
- Organised ingredients at shift start to facilitate efficient preparation during peak service periods. at start of shift to prepare for expected needs during busy periods.
- Maintained high standards of kitchen hygiene, cleanliness, and organisation, meeting rigorous health and safety guidelines.
- Collaborated with sous chef to effectively manage daily rostering of catering team, ensuring adequate staffing.
Education
Certificate of Higher Education - Commercial Cooking - International and Local Cuisine
Puerto Princesa School Of Science and Technology
Puerto Princesa City, PLW01-2010
Palawan
Skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food preparation
- Safe food handling
- Teamwork
- Attention detail
- Cooking
- Food Hygiene
- Focused and disciplined
- Kitchen management
- Mise en place
- Batch cooking
- Kitchen teamwork
- Service coordination
- Cleaning and organisation
- Efficient multitasking
- Food handling procedures
- Use of kitchen equipment
- Clean-as-you-go approach
- Grill operation
- Catering experience
Languages
Croatian
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Cook
Sunce Hoteli d.d.
05.2026 - 10.2026
Line Cook, Hot Kitchen
Costa Palawan Resort
06.2024 - 03.2026
Filipino Cook
Puerto Pension Hotel
08.2015 - 06.2019
Demi Chef De Partie
Grand Millenium Hotel
03.2014 - 03.2015
Certificate of Higher Education - Commercial Cooking - International and Local Cuisine
Puerto Princesa School Of Science and Technology
Palawan