Apolinario Salundaguit
Demie Chef De Partie
Lapu Lapu
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Waiter /on Call
Maribago Bluewater
Lapu Lapu City
09.2007 - 12.2008
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to correctly update customers on unavailable dishes and wait times.
- Bussed tables during busy periods to assist staff and quickly turn over tables.
- Maintained customer satisfaction with timely table check-ins to assess food and beverage needs.
Housekeeping Room Attendant
CRIMSON RESORT AND SPA
Lapu Lapu City
12.2009 - 06.2012
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Responded to requests from patrons for linens and toiletries.
- Completed pre-cleaning duties by setting up cleaning carts with fresh linens, cleaning supplies, and requested guest supplies.
- Engaged with guests on room requirements and amenities to promote overall satisfaction.
- Disposed of trash and recyclables each day to avoid waste buildup.
- Operated wet-vacuums, buffing machines, vacuums and upholstery cleaners to clean rugs, carpets, and upholstered furniture.
- Replaced used towels and other bathroom amenities such as shampoo, paper towels, and soap.
- Slid beds, sofas, and other furniture aside to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
Butcher
Tui Cruise
Malta
05.2014 - 05.2015
- Performed meat inspections and checked temperature environment to maximize food safety.
- Maintained and stocked display cases by transporting wrapped products from work area or cooler to display cases.
- Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace, and tie roasts.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Assessed kitchen inventories and reordered low-stock items to maintain output.
- De-boned and ground meat to prepare cuts and portions for sale.
- Collaborated with suppliers to obtain high-quality products and meet customer needs.
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Calculated weight and quantity of meat to determine appropriate pricing for customers.
- Adjusted machine settings to accommodate different cuts of meat.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards to prevent contamination and comply with regulations.
Kitchen Helper (roastman Station)
Tui Cruise
Malta
06.2015 - 03.2016
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
- Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
Cook
Tui Cruise
Malta
05.2016 - 01.2017
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Cook
Tui Cruise
Malta
03.2017 - 12.2017
Cook (2ndcook)
Tui Cruise
Malta
02.2018 - 10.2018
Cook (2ndcook)
Tui Cruise
Malta
12.2019 - 06.2020
- Reduced costs and losses through regular rotation of fresh food items and employment of waste-reduction food prep techniques.
- Assisted with development of new menu items, researching and workshopping recipes compatible with existing menu.
- Coordinated effectively with service staff on timing of meal plating and delivery to guarantee freshness and adequate food temperature.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
- Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
- Led daily staff meetings to communicate expectations and review safety procedures.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
Education
Undergraduate - Bachelor of Service And Hotel Restaurant Managemen
University of Cebu Lapu Lapu And Mandaue
Mandaue City Cebu 06.2007 - 06.2019
Skills
Stocking and replenishing
Timeline
Cook (2ndcook)
Tui Cruise
12.2019 - 06.2020
Cook (2ndcook)
Tui Cruise
02.2018 - 10.2018
Cook
Tui Cruise
03.2017 - 12.2017
Cook
Tui Cruise
05.2016 - 01.2017
Kitchen Helper (roastman Station)
Tui Cruise
06.2015 - 03.2016
Butcher
Tui Cruise
05.2014 - 05.2015
Housekeeping Room Attendant
CRIMSON RESORT AND SPA
12.2009 - 06.2012
Waiter /on Call
Maribago Bluewater
09.2007 - 12.2008
Undergraduate - Bachelor of Service And Hotel Restaurant Managemen
University of Cebu Lapu Lapu And Mandaue
06.2007 - 06.2019