JED ADAN CRUZ
San Juan city,Metro Manila
Summary
Chief cook with 13 years of experience in fast-paced maritime kitchen environments. Proven ability to manage kitchen operations efficiently while maintaining high standards of food quality and safety. Skilled in menu planning, inventory management, and team leadership. Committed to enhancing culinary offerings and contributing to team success.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CHIEF COOK
Maersk Filipinas, Inc.
05.2016 - Current
- Chief Cook determines timing and sequence of operations required to meet serving times.
- Inspects galley and equipment for cleanliness.
- Oversees proper loading, storage and preparation of food.
- Keep, manages stores and submit provision list for Master's approval.
CHIEF COOK
Avior Marine Inc.
05.2013 - 01.2021
CHIEF COOK
Bernard Schulte Management
04.2014 - 02.2016
Messman
Avior Marine Inc.
03.2012 - 04.2013
- Maintains the cleanliness of all alley, Senior officer's cabin and mess-rooms, galley implements and utensils.
- Assist the Chief cook in cooking duties.
- Serves food on all personnel and passenger.
- Observes cleanliness either personnel or in the over-all upkeep of the Galley and Mess Room.
- Performs such functions as may assigned by the Chief Cook.
Messman
Maersk Reederei Blue Star GmBH
01.2010 - 02.2012
CATERING TRAINEE
Maersk Reederei Blue Star GmBH
05.2009 - 10.2009
- Assist the Chief cook to prepare food and keep the galley clean.
- This includes; menu planning, stock taking, victualing, preparing meal ingredient and meal serving and makes sure that the Standard operating procedures are being followed in accordance with the training module.
BARISTA _Officer in Charge
Figaro Coffee Company
09.2007 - 10.2008
- Ensures the completeness, accuracy, quality and presentation of orders to be served to customers.
- Helps up sell products sold and makes sure that guest are informed of the promotion and marketing events.
BARTENDER
EDSA Shangri La Hotel
02.2007 - 07.2007
- Work directly with customers by mixing and serving drink orders.
- Including knowing alcohol pairing and taste.
- Knowing how to make traditional and classy drinks, processing payments, manages inventory and cleaning bar supplies.
OJT
Shangri- La Hotel (EDSA)
01.2006 - 12.2006
Service Crew (OJT)
Aristocrat Restaurant
01.2005 - 12.2005
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hotel and Restaurant Management
Polytechnic University of the Philippines
01.2007
Skills
- Food safety management
- Menu planning and inventory
- Kitchen operations oversight
- Time management skills
- Quality assurance
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Problem solving techniques
- Multi-tasking abilities
Certification
I hereby certify that the above information are true and correct according to my knowledge.
Custom Section
- Messman Course, 2008
- Food Hygiene & Safety Seminar, 2009-02-01
- Ship's Catering Services (Ship's Cook) NCII, 2020-12-01
- International Cuisine Course, 2011-06-27, 2011-07-11
- Medical Emergency First Aid (30 hours) w/ COP, 2013-02-25, 2013-03-01
- Essential Food Hygiene, 2013-02-01
- Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), 2013-04-01
- Ship's Catering Services (Ship's Cook) NCII, 2014-03-01
- Sea Chef Training, 2014-04-21, 2014-05-02
- Ship's Security Awareness Training and Seafarers w/ Designated Security Duties, 2014-09-01
- Danish Cuisine Course, 2015-03-02, 2015-03-06
- Certificate of Endorsement as Chief Cook, 2016-04-01
- Ship Manager Chief Cook Level Training, 2016-06-01
- Ship's Catering Services (Ship's Cook) NCII, 2016-11-01
- Ship Management Safety Behavior Workshop, 2016-11-01
- Ship Manager Chief Cook Level Training, 2017-02-01
- Romanian Cuisine Course, 2020-02-17, 2020-02-21
- Basic Training, 2021-09-01
- Certificate of Endorsement as Chief Cook, 2021-01-01
- Chemicals: DMA Native A Chapter II (Onboard), 2021-05-01
- Basic Training (SOLAS), 2021
References
- Joel M. Solliano, Catering Superintendent, Maersk Filipinas, Inc., 0917 561 2097
- Michelle Velasco, Senior Crew Operator, Maersk Filipinas Inc., 02 8 479 0824
- Eugene F. Baldonado, Maritime Relations Supervisor, Maersk Filipinas, Inc., 02 8 479 0859
Personal Information
- Age: 37
- Height: 5'6''
- Weight: 72 kg
- Citizenship: Filipino
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Timeline
CHIEF COOK
Maersk Filipinas, Inc.
05.2016 - Current
CHIEF COOK
Bernard Schulte Management
04.2014 - 02.2016
CHIEF COOK
Avior Marine Inc.
05.2013 - 01.2021
Messman
Avior Marine Inc.
03.2012 - 04.2013
Messman
Maersk Reederei Blue Star GmBH
01.2010 - 02.2012
CATERING TRAINEE
Maersk Reederei Blue Star GmBH
05.2009 - 10.2009
BARISTA _Officer in Charge
Figaro Coffee Company
09.2007 - 10.2008
BARTENDER
EDSA Shangri La Hotel
02.2007 - 07.2007
OJT
Shangri- La Hotel (EDSA)
01.2006 - 12.2006
Service Crew (OJT)
Aristocrat Restaurant
01.2005 - 12.2005
Bachelor of Science - Hotel and Restaurant Management
Polytechnic University of the Philippines