Zandy Cañas
Papamoa,Tauranga
Summary
Skilled at a variety of advanced food preparation techniques, food safety knowledge, and the ability to serve great food in a timely manner. Committed to using safe and sanitary cooking practices and maintaining an organized and clean cooking area.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
The Shires Restaurant
Waiuku, AUK
05.2023 - Current
- Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
- Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Delivered products to customer locations on time.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Cook
Progressive Dinner
Rarotonga, Cook Islands
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes
- Assisted with menu development and planning
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Cook
Cajun Kai Food
Rarotonga, Cook Islands
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes
- Assisted with menu development and planning
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
Pizza Maker
Domino's Pizza
Manila, Philippines
01.2016 - 01.2017
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
University of Cebu
04.2004
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Communication Engineer
Holy Child Academy
04.2000
Skills
- Customer Service
- Food Preparation
- Dish Preparation
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Organization
- Operations Support
- Detail Oriented
- Culinary Trends Monitoring
- Compliance
Certification
05/01/2021, Cook Islands Tertiary Training -Introduction Cookery Level 2 NZQA
Events Attended
Food Show Auckland, 06/25/2023, 06/29/2023
Personal Information
Title: Cook
References
- Bhing Pintor, former chef at MetLife care Tauranga, 021392051, bhingpintor17@gmail.com
- Tai Tapuvae, Director, Cajun Kai Food Ltd. - Rarotonga Cook Islands, ±682 57844, taitapuvae@gmail.com
Timeline
Sous Chef
The Shires Restaurant
05.2023 - Current
Cook
Progressive Dinner
01.2019 - 01.2021
Cook
Cajun Kai Food
01.2018 - 01.2020
Pizza Maker
Domino's Pizza
01.2016 - 01.2017
Bachelor of Science - Marine Transportation
University of Cebu
Bachelor of Science - Electronic Communication Engineer
Holy Child Academy
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