Stephen Carale
Seafarer
Dauin
Summary
Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Galley Boy
Marlow Navigation Philippines
Malate Manila
04.2017 - 02.2020
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Trainee Cook
Marlow Navigation Philippines
Malate Manila
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
Cook
Marlow Navigation Philippines
Malate Manila
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
Education
BSIT - Information Technology
Foundation University
Dumaguete City 06.2008 - 03.2012
Culinary Arts - Commercial Cooking NC II
Team Skills Technological Institute Inc.
Dumaguete City 03.2013 - 07.2013
Ship’s Cook Apprenticeship Training Program - Culinary Arts/Bread And Pastry Production/House Ep
United Marine Training Center
Malate Manila 10.2020 - 03.2020
Skills
Food plating and presentation
[cuisine type] cuisine expert
Food preparation and safety
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
[technique type] cooking technique
Recipes and menu planning
Cake decorating expertise
Certification
Ship’s Catering (Ship’s Cook) NC III
Timeline
Cook
Marlow Navigation Philippines
07.2022 - 02.2023
Trainee Cook
Marlow Navigation Philippines
04.2022 - 07.2022
Bread and Pastry Production NC II
04-2021
Ship’s Catering (Ship’s Cook) NC III
02-2021
Ship’s Cook Apprenticeship Training Program - Culinary Arts/Bread And Pastry Production/House Ep
United Marine Training Center
10.2020 - 03.2020
Galley Boy
Marlow Navigation Philippines
04.2017 - 02.2020
Culinary Arts - Commercial Cooking NC II
Team Skills Technological Institute Inc.
03.2013 - 07.2013
BSIT - Information Technology
Foundation University
06.2008 - 03.2012