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NIGEL TRISTAN DUCON JALLORINA

125 Ocean View Road, Hillcrest,Auckland

Summary

Dynamic professional skilled in managing food costs, procedures, quality control, and back-of-house labor budgets. Committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences through high-quality food and efficient operations. Collaborates with culinary teams to create cost-effective specials and menu updates that drive sales growth.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef De Partie

Gerome Modern Greek Restaurant
Parnell, Auckland
09.2022 - 04.2025
  • Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to prevent stock shortages.
  • Executed cooking operations at Grill Station and all four restaurant stations.
  • Monitored supply levels for prompt replenishment of goods.
  • Maintained knowledge of current culinary trends and health regulations.

Chef

Ryman Health Care (Hilda Ross Retirement Village) )
Ruakura , Hamilton, Waikato New Zealand
06.2021 - 09.2022
  • Managed food usage with proper stock rotation to minimize spoilage.
  • Prepared a variety of dishes, including roasted, sautéed, fried, and baked items.
  • Trained kitchen staff on essential culinary techniques to enhance skill sets.
  • Plated completed dishes with emphasis on presentation and appropriate garnishes.
  • Assessed inventory levels, placing orders to replenish supplies proactively.
  • Removed expired food and beverages, coordinating proper disposal procedures.
  • Safely operated industrial kitchen equipment such as mixers and ovens.
  • Streamlined kitchen processes to reduce wait times and accommodate additional guests.

Commis Chef

Good George Dinning Hall
Frankton, Hamilton, Waikato New Zealand
12.2020 - 06.2021
  • Monitored food quality, presentation, and portion sizes across kitchen line.
  • Trained kitchen staff on advanced culinary techniques to enhance skills.
  • Supervised specialty dish preparation to accommodate diverse dietary requirements.
  • Ensured compliance with safety protocols and proper food handling procedures.
  • Rotated food stock efficiently, prioritizing older items and discarding expired goods.
  • Plated dishes according to artistic guidelines to ensure visual appeal.

Commissary Chef (Team Leader)

EON Centennial Hotel
Jalandoni, Ledesma, Iloilo City, Philippines
06.2019 - 11.2019
  • Executed quality work consistently within deadlines, with or without supervision.
  • Interacted professionally with employees, customers, and suppliers to maintain strong relationships.
  • Collaborated as a team contributor on all assignments to achieve collective objectives.
  • Developed weekly and special event catering menus, accommodating dietary requests.
  • Supervised food garnishing and presentation to enhance visual appeal.
  • Ensured adherence to specified standards for décor and kitchen appearance.
  • Tested and updated menu concepts regularly, integrating new culinary trends.
  • Maintained clean, organized work areas to promote safety and efficiency.

Education

Diploma in Cookery Level 5 - Culinary Arts

NZMA (The Culinary Collective)
Hamilton, Waikato New Zealand
10.2021

Diplome de Cuisine - Classic French Cuisine

Le Cordon Bleu Dusit Culinary School
Bangkok, Thailand
12.2018

High School Diploma -

Santa Isabel International School, Abeto St
Iloilo City, Philippines
03.2011

GED -

University of San Agustin
Iloilo City, Philippines
03.2007

Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Central Philippine University
Iloilo City Philippines

Languages

English
Full Professional
Tagalog
Native/ Bilingual

Timeline

Chef De Partie

Gerome Modern Greek Restaurant
09.2022 - 04.2025

Chef

Ryman Health Care (Hilda Ross Retirement Village) )
06.2021 - 09.2022

Commis Chef

Good George Dinning Hall
12.2020 - 06.2021

Commissary Chef (Team Leader)

EON Centennial Hotel
06.2019 - 11.2019

Diploma in Cookery Level 5 - Culinary Arts

NZMA (The Culinary Collective)

Diplome de Cuisine - Classic French Cuisine

Le Cordon Bleu Dusit Culinary School

High School Diploma -

Santa Isabel International School, Abeto St

GED -

University of San Agustin

Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering

Central Philippine University
NIGEL TRISTAN DUCON JALLORINA