Johan Antes
Executive Chef
Castillejos
Summary
Experienced Executive Chef with over 24 years of experience in Cruising Industry. Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Professional Chef adept at expertly managing and guiding team of 200+ kitchen personnel in production of International cuisine. Well-versed in overseeing construction, quality and deliverance of each plate.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Executive Chef
Magsaysay Maritime Corporation/Princess Cruises
Ermita,Manila
12.1998 - Current
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control and customer service for restaurant.
- Assisted customers in planning corporate events, social galas and gourmet dinners.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation and safety processes.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Executive Sous Chef
Magsaysay Maritime Corporation/Princess Cruises
Ermita,Manila
03.2015 - 12.2018
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control and customer service for restaurant.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Established and updated staff schedules and assignments to optimize coverage of peak times.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
- Produced innovative menu offerings to promote company awareness and customer satisfaction.
Sous Chef
Magsaysay Maritime Corporation/Princess Cruises
Ermita,Manila
02.2010 - 06.2015
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Produced innovative menu offerings to promote company awareness and customer satisfaction.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Established and updated staff schedules and assignments to optimize coverage of peak times.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to source best ingredients at best prices.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Monitored and controlled overhead and production costs with responsibility for profit and loss.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
Chef De Partie
Magsaysay Maritime Corporation/Princess Cruises
Ermita ,Manila
06.2004 - 11.2009
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Produced innovative menu offerings to promote company awareness and customer satisfaction.
- Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Aligned seasonal promotions with ingredient availability to maximize profits.
- Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying and baking.
- Removed expired food and beverages from storage and reviewed inventory for upcoming expirations dates.
Education
No Degree - Basic Seaman Course
Centra Luzon Institute of Technology
Olongapo City 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Architectural Drafting Technology
Adamson University
Manila Philippines 06.1991 - 03.1992
Skills
Food plating and presentation
Forecasting and planning
Performance assessments
Food spoilage prevention
Recipes and menu planning
Signature dish creation
Operations management
Staff Management
Employee training and development
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Timeline
Executive Sous Chef
Magsaysay Maritime Corporation/Princess Cruises
03.2015 - 12.2018
Sous Chef
Magsaysay Maritime Corporation/Princess Cruises
02.2010 - 06.2015
Chef De Partie
Magsaysay Maritime Corporation/Princess Cruises
06.2004 - 11.2009
No Degree - Basic Seaman Course
Centra Luzon Institute of Technology
04.2001 -
Executive Chef
Magsaysay Maritime Corporation/Princess Cruises
12.1998 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Architectural Drafting Technology
Adamson University
06.1991 - 03.1992