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Leonardo de Guzman Jr

Leonardo de Guzman Jr

Kitchen Cook
Quezon City, Metro Manila

Summary

Versatile team member able to take on any required task and adapt to changing conditions with resourceful and hardworking mindset. Dedicated to business success and ready to learn more about food industries to advance professionally. Reliable, punctual team member dedicated to work hard and achieve remarkable results. Works with clients to determine requirements and provide excellent service.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
2013
2013
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Kitchen Cook

Chandava Lake Resort and Resto
04.2025 - Current
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas, utensils and equipment.
  • Adapted quickly to changing circumstances, adjusting recipes or cooking methods as needed based on ingredient availability or customer requests.
  • Promoted excellence in food quality and presentation for kitchen staff.
  • Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and inventory management.
  • Collaborated with fellow kitchen staff, effectively managing multiple tasks for seamless operations.

Able Seaman

St. Ocean Philippines Inc
01.2020 - 11.2023
  • Performed sea watch and land watch duties and alerted officers of any issues.
  • Carried out tendering and water sport operations according to procedures described in SMS.
  • Maintained firefighting, safety and lifesaving equipment with routine monitoring and function testing.
  • Performed cargo operations such as safe loading, stowage, lashing and discharge of cargo.
  • Loaded deck department provisions prior to departures to appropriately stock ships for length of cruise.
  • Observed and enforced uniform and grooming standards as per company policy.
  • Maintained ship's metal structures by chipping, cleaning and painting.
  • Participated in tendering operations under staff captain's instruction with vessels anchored to guarantee safety.

Ordinary Seaman

St. Ocean Philippines, Inc
02.2016 - 08.2019
  • Quickly developed relationships with crew members by maintaining proactive, helpful, attentive and efficient.
  • Maintained excellent team relationships by promptly helping others during difficult tasks such as ship maintenance, cleaning and loading cargo.
  • Loaded equipment, tools and supplies onboard vessels using hoisting equipment and team effort.
  • Operated deck machinery while mooring, unmooring and using cargo gear.
  • Loaded deck department provisions prior to departures to appropriately stock ships for length of cruise.
  • Performed sea watch and land watch duties and alerted officers of any issues.

Deck Cadet

Roble Shipping Inc.
02.2014 - 02.2015
  • Kept decks clean and hazard free by conducting deep cleans and organisation duties.
  • Launched lifeboats to help passengers get to safety during emergencies.
  • Stored supplies in designated areas for safety and to prevent damage.
  • Secured ships using ropes to prevent vessels from slipping away from shoreline.
  • Updated record book to serve as evidence in case of accidents.

Merchandiser

Ace Hardware Philippines, Inc
02.2011 - 08.2011
  • Maximized sales by designing interactive and engaging store displays.
  • Assisting in receiving, checking in and stocking of merchandise throughout the store.
  • Providing good service by performing in-store selling through friendly but knowledgeable customer service.
  • Project a friendly environment for the customers.

Shift Team Leader

Dunkin Donut - North Area Bakeries Inc
03.2010 - 09.2010
  • Promptly reported issues arising during shifts and inefficient staff to managements.
  • Performed double-counts of drawers with cashier for incoming shifts.
  • Coaching crew members throughout their shift to ensure that they are adhering to Brand standards, recipes and system.
  • Collaborate with other crew members to ensure seamless coordination and teamwork.
  • Managed inventory needs, based on sales trends and customer demand.

Service Crew Member

Dunkin Donut - Golden Donuts, Inc
07.2006 - 12.2006
  • Accurately placed orders into point-of-sale systems, using card readers or cash register to process payments and provide change when necessary.
  • Maintained outstanding customer satisfaction levels by delivering service with a smile and going the extra mile to attend to customer requirements.
  • Used clever sales techniques to increase customer order value and maximise company profits.
  • Took food orders from guests, proactively promoting deals and meal add-ons for upselling purposes.

Service Crew Member

Chowking - Quik Chow, Inc.
01.2006 - 06.2006
  • Greeted customers with a warm and friendly welcome when entering the establishment.
  • Relay food and beverage orders to the kitchen staff.
  • Carry trays of food or drinks from the kitchen to the dining tables.
  • Ensuring clean and safe environment for the customers.

Fryman

Jollibee - Triple L Food Corporation
05.2005 - 11.2005
  • Prepping the food for frying.
  • Knowledgeable in operating fryers and grill to ensure all fried products are according to the Brand standard.
  • Prepared more than hundred dishes per shift in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high customer satisfaction rate.

Kitchen Crew - Pantry and Grill

Jollibee - Jollibee Food Corporation
04.2004 - 10.2004
  • Ensuring the dish looks presentable and according to the standard set by the Brand.
  • Plating and assembling the food items.
  • Main responsible for the preparation of food ingredients, ensuring all ingredients are prepped and stocked.
  • Maintaining clean and sanitized workstations.

Dining Crew

Jollibee - Opel Foods Corporation
07.2003 - 12.2003
  • Taking and serving orders of customers.
  • Respond to service challenges by assisting customers with questions or complaints.
  • Maintaining the cleanliness of guest areas.
  • Follows all safety and sanitation guidelines and regulations to ensure quality food service.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation

PMI Colleges
Ermita, Manila

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Recipe adaptation
  • Food presentation
  • Customer service
  • Time management
  • Team collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Teamwork and collaboration

Timeline

Kitchen Cook

Chandava Lake Resort and Resto
04.2025 - Current

Able Seaman

St. Ocean Philippines Inc
01.2020 - 11.2023

Ordinary Seaman

St. Ocean Philippines, Inc
02.2016 - 08.2019

Deck Cadet

Roble Shipping Inc.
02.2014 - 02.2015

Merchandiser

Ace Hardware Philippines, Inc
02.2011 - 08.2011

Shift Team Leader

Dunkin Donut - North Area Bakeries Inc
03.2010 - 09.2010

Service Crew Member

Dunkin Donut - Golden Donuts, Inc
07.2006 - 12.2006

Service Crew Member

Chowking - Quik Chow, Inc.
01.2006 - 06.2006

Fryman

Jollibee - Triple L Food Corporation
05.2005 - 11.2005

Kitchen Crew - Pantry and Grill

Jollibee - Jollibee Food Corporation
04.2004 - 10.2004

Dining Crew

Jollibee - Opel Foods Corporation
07.2003 - 12.2003

Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation

PMI Colleges

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