Jaron D. Obana
Riyadh,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Passionate and highly experienced Sushi Chef with nearly 10 years in fast-paced hospitality environments. Expert in crafting diverse, high-quality sushi dishes using both traditional and contemporary techniques, with exceptional precision, creativity, and a strong commitment to outstanding guest experiences.
Skilled in sushi ingredient selection, preparation, and presentation, consistently delivering visually appealing and flavourful dishes that drive high customer satisfaction. Demonstrates strong knife skills, deep food-safety knowledge, and excellent kitchen management abilities.
A reliable, adaptable, and collaborative team player with a keen eye for detail and a dedication to maintaining clean, organised workspaces. Highly committed to continuous improvement, operational efficiency, and upholding the highest culinary standards.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sushi Chef
Modern Solution Company
07.2020 - Current
- Preparation of sushi: Create various types of sushi, including nigiri, maki, and sashimi, ensuring high quality and presentation standards.
- Food safety compliance: Adhere to health and hygiene standards, ensuring a clean and safe kitchen environment.
- Creativity: Ability to create visually appealing dishes and innovate new recipes to keep the menu fresh and exciting.
- Prepares various types of sushi dishes including maki, nigiri and sashimi according to established guidelines on quality, portion size, presentation, and food safety.
- Expertly cut, slice, and fillet different types of fish.
- Selects fresh fruits and vegetables to make high-quality dishes including avocado, mango and carrots.
- Add additional flavors to sushi rolls with ginger, rice vinegar, wasabi and soy sauce, when appropriate.
- Manage food preparation activities, like boiling rice.
- Prepare appetizers, soups and salads that are close to the philosophy of Japanese cuisine.
- Communicates with wait staff to ensure that special requests and food allergy considerations are met.
- Regularly taking inventory of food supplies and other products.
- Reporting any problems with kitchen equipment to the manager on duty.
- Sterilizes all utensils, instruments, and equipment used in sushi preparation before every use.
- Maintains a clean work environment to prevent food contamination.
Sushi Chef
Beachpark Restaurant
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Menu development: Collaborate with the culinary team to develop innovative sushi menus that attract customers and enhance the dining experience.
- To ensure that all sushi counter operations adhere to company procedures and all standards.
- Supervises and assists in preparation and presentation of all food items.
Senior Line Cook
Ooma Japanese Rice Bar
04.2016 - 01.2019
- Prepare the ingredients for and assemble dishes according to the recipes and specifications laid out by the restaurant in a hygienic and timely manner.
- Worked all areas of kitchen: grill, sauté, fry, salads and preparation.
- Prepares and cooks different Japanese food such as sushi, donburi rice bowl, tempura, udon noodles, tepan, etc.
- Followed all safety and health standards according to restaurant policy and procedures.
- Makes sure the stationed was always fully stocked and all menu items were easily accessible and in their proper place.
- Assisted with daily inventory, receiving and stock rotation.
- Assisted other stations when needed during the rush hour while also learning more responsibilities on the line.
- Assist with all duties as assigned by Kitchen Manager.
Assistant Head Chef
Dekada Filipino Historic Cuisine
10.2015 - 03.2016
- Assist the Head Chef with cooking and preparation of meals and specialist foods from the restaurant's menu.
- Ensuring that food to be served meets quality standards and looks aesthetically pleasing.
- Monitor food budgets and make sure that all supplies are bought within the set budget.
- Maintain kitchen order by ensuring cleanliness of kitchen equipment and utensils as well as tables, counters and work areas.
- Instruct other cook staff in food preparation, cooking and garnishing, and monitor the requirements of other cook staff for ingredients and kitchen supplies.
- Maintain knowledge of all the recipes in order to take the head chef's when he is away.
Cook
Dekada Filipino Historic Cuisine
03.2014 - 09.2015
- Responsible in preparation and cooking activities under the head chef's instructions and supervision.
- Hand ingredients and utensils to head chef during food preparation activities.
- Prepare ingredients by chopping vegetables and meats.
- Refer to list of needed ingredients on a day-to-day basis and check inventory.
- Make arrangements to store food items in a safe and orderly manner.
- Maintain kitchen order by ensuring cleanliness of tables, counters and work areas
- Oversee cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens and grills for cooking purposes.
- Acquire ingredients not available in storage prior to the start of the day.
- Achievement in this establishment: Employee of the Month from April 2014 until November 2014.
- Promoted as Assistant Head Chef in October 2015.
Cook
Fine Point Food Diners, Sizzling Pepper Steak
02.2013 - 02.2014
- Cook dishes according to set recipes by the head chef.
- Hand ingredients and utensils to head chef during food preparation activities.
- Prepare ingredients by chopping vegetables and meats.
- Refer to list of needed ingredients on a day-to-day basis and check inventory.
- Make arrangements to store food items in a safe and orderly manner.
- Maintain kitchen order by ensuring cleanliness of tables, counters and work areas.
- Oversee cleanliness and maintenance of kitchen equipment and utensils.
- Operate kitchen equipment such as ovens and grills for cooking purposes.
- Acquire ingredients not available in storage prior to the start of the day.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hotel & Restaurant Management
Our Lady of Fatima University
Greater Lagro, Quezon City, Philippines03.2009
High School Diploma - undefined
Pangarap High School
Pangarap Village, Caloocan City, Philippines03.2003
Skills
- Knife skill
- Cooking techniques
- Food safety
- Food handling
- Creativity
Accomplishments
"Employee of the Month" (April 2014 until November 2014) in Dekada restaurant
“Employee of the Month” and “Ninja Moves Award” in Ooma Restaurant
“Employee of the Month” in Shiro Restaurant
Certification
USA Food Safety and Food Handling
Diamond Hotel
Roxas Boulevard, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines
October 16, 2015 - October 16, 2015
Certification in Food Safety and Food Handling
Languages
English
Professional Working
Achievements & Awards
Employees of the month in Dekada restaurant for several consecutive months, “Employee of the Month” and “Ninja Moves Award” in Ooma restaurant, “Employee of the Month” in Shiro restaurant
TRAININGS/SEMINARS
- USA Food Safety and Food Handling, Diamond Hotel Roxas Boulevard, Pasay, Metro Manila, Philippines October 16, 2015 - October 16, 2015
- Hoteliers Course Messman, The Maritime Training Center of the Philippines, Inc. (TMTCP) Kalaw corner J. Bocobo Streets Ermita, Manila, Philippines, August 17, 2011- August 19, 2011
- Basic Safety Training & Instruction, Philippine Seafarers Training Center (PSTC) Arelgui Street, Quiapo, Manila, Philippines August 13, 2010 - August 13, 2010
- Flairing Sensation, A Bartender's Training Workshop, Our Lady of Fatima University Hilltop Mansion Heights, Greater Lagro, Quezon City, Philippines February 17, 2006 - February 17, 2006
Disclaimer
I do hereby declare that all the information given above is true to the best of my knowledge and belief.
Jaron D. Obana
Timeline
Sushi Chef
Modern Solution Company
07.2020 - Current
Sushi Chef
Beachpark Restaurant
01.2020 - 06.2020
Senior Line Cook
Ooma Japanese Rice Bar
04.2016 - 01.2019
Assistant Head Chef
Dekada Filipino Historic Cuisine
10.2015 - 03.2016
Cook
Dekada Filipino Historic Cuisine
03.2014 - 09.2015
Cook
Fine Point Food Diners, Sizzling Pepper Steak
02.2013 - 02.2014
High School Diploma - undefined
Pangarap High School
Bachelor of Science - Hotel & Restaurant Management
Our Lady of Fatima University