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John Vergel Ramos

John Vergel Ramos

Chef
Los Baños

Summary

Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Senior Chef De Partie

Barry's Of Douglas
03.2022 - 05.2024
  • Collaborated closely with other senior kitchen staff in daily operations, fostering a unified team environment conducive to high-quality food production.
  • Ensured food safety standards were met by diligently following HACCP guidelines and conducting regular checks of storage areas.
  • Contributed to the establishment''s excellent reputation through consistent creation of visually appealing, delicious dishes using fresh ingredients.
  • Expedited smooth service through clear communication with front-of-house staff regarding order statuses, special requests, or potential delays due to unforeseen issues in the kitchen.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control measures and closely monitoring ingredient expiration dates.

Senior Customer Service Representative

WNS Philippines
07.2020 - 12.2021
  • Mentored junior team members, contributing to their professional development and overall team success.
  • Learned and maintained in-depth understanding of product and service information to offer knowledgeable and educated responses to diverse customer questions.
  • Resolved customer service issues using company processes and policies and provided updates to customers.
  • Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by managing multiple concurrent tasks while ensuring timely completion.

Consultant Chef

ChiBog Restaurant
12.2019 - 06.2020
  • Advised clients on food sourcing strategies, promoting sustainable practices and supporting local suppliers when possible.
  • Reduced food waste by introducing inventory management practices, leading to significant cost savings for clients.
  • Optimized kitchen workflows by analyzing current processes and making recommendations for improvements, increasing productivity levels.
  • Designed special occasion menus that catered to diverse palates while adhering to specific budget constraints of clients.

Senior Chef De Partie

A A Cubes RestoBar
12.2018 - 12.2019
  • Managed the preparation and timely delivery of banquet dishes, accommodating large groups while maintaining consistent quality levels for all menu items.
  • Collaborated closely with other senior kitchen staff in daily operations, fostering a unified team environment conducive to high-quality food production.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control measures and closely monitoring ingredient expiration dates.

Chef De Partie

JW Marriott Hotel Phuo Quoc
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • Supported head chef in menu creation, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dishes.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.

Chef De Partie

NWESSobremesa
08.2016 - 06.2017
  • Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety regulations by maintaining proper storage protocols for perishable items and promptly addressing any potential hazards.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.

Commis I

Venice Italian
03.2015 - 05.2016
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.

Education

Professional Diploma - International Culinary Arts And Kitchen Management

Lyceum of The Philippines
Laguna Hills, Province Of Laguna, Philippines
04.2001 -

Skills

Kitchen Management

Mentoring abilities

Food presentation

Menu development

Grill Mastery

Recipe creation

Seafood Preparation

Butchery skills

Garnishing Techniques

Affiliations

International Order of DeMolay, Mt. Makiling Chapter Sponsored by Makiling Lodge No. 72 of Free and Accepted Masons, Los Banos, Laguna

Interests

Gym

Jogging

Timeline

Senior Chef De Partie

Barry's Of Douglas
03.2022 - 05.2024

Senior Customer Service Representative

WNS Philippines
07.2020 - 12.2021

Consultant Chef

ChiBog Restaurant
12.2019 - 06.2020

Senior Chef De Partie

A A Cubes RestoBar
12.2018 - 12.2019

Chef De Partie

JW Marriott Hotel Phuo Quoc
07.2017 - 07.2018

Chef De Partie

NWESSobremesa
08.2016 - 06.2017

Commis I

Venice Italian
03.2015 - 05.2016

Professional Diploma - International Culinary Arts And Kitchen Management

Lyceum of The Philippines
04.2001 -
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