John Eliezer Estares-updated 2023-1
John Eliezer Estares-updated 2023-1
John Eliezer Estares-updated 2023-1
OBJECTIVE
Actively seeking Senior Chef Position for a reputable company in Hotel or Restaurant Industry.
Wherein my creativity, kitchen management and untiring effort can be used.
SUMMARY
16 years of culinary experience both in Hotel and Restaurant Industry. Knowledgeable in overall
kitchen operation such as Ala Carte Service, Fine Dining, Banquets, Catering and Quick Food
Service with strict implementation of Hygiene and Food Safety. Managing Kitchen Operation by
setting standards procedure and allocation of tasks.
EXPERIENCE
• Trains, develops, and motivates supervisors and culinary staff to meet and exceed
established food preparation standards on a consistent basis.
• Monitor and Implements Marriott’s Brand Standard and Kitchen Standard
• Organizing 6 kitchen outlets with overall of 40 Staff
• Organize Ala Carte, All Day Dinning, Banquet and Catering Events
• Plan and Organize Menu along with Plating Guide, Costing and Pricing
• Develops new dishes according from the locally available sources.
• Attends HOD meetings in absences of the Executive Chef
• Set-up and allocate kitchen equipment’s for all outlets.
• Working with other departments in the restaurant like the finance department, the
cleaning staff, the interior designers, and managers to make sure that their vision for the
restaurant is executed smoothly outside the kitchen as well as inside it.
• Strict Implementation of Hygiene and Food Safety
Sous Chef / Waldorf Astoria Lusail |Doha Qatar
AUGUST 15, 2022 – FEBRUARY 4, 2023
• Ordering of all required meat, sea food, poultry, and specialty proteins for Restaurants
• Communicate and provide required protein cuts for new menu presentations
• Yield testing and documentation of proteins
• Price analysis and comparison of product from various supplier
• Conduct training sessions for culinary team
• Weekly duty schedule follows up and daily duty allocation for the operation
• HACCP presentation for kitchen staff and hygiene training, basic food safety training
• Specialize in charcuteries, Smoking and curing techniques
• Conduct food sample testing
• Administrative job, payroll, maintaining inventory, purchase order
• Assist in Banquet, Catering and Events Operation
Sous Chef | Table 10 Coffee Shop and Bakery Artisan | Doha Qatar
JANUARY 26, 2020 – JANUARY 4, 2021
• Responsible for transforming and managing kitchen services with clear alignment to front
of house services
• Administration lead with duties including cost reviews, invoice management, spend
analysis
• Seasonal Menu development and Menu creation that is align with the trends in the
market and with the desired food cost
• Organize Banquet and Catering events for meetings and gatherings.
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Head Butcher / Oryx Rotana |Doha Qatar
JANUARY 19, 2014 – AUGUST 29, 2018
• Ordering of all required meat, sea food, poultry, and specialty proteins for Restaurants
• Communicate and provide required protein cuts for new menu presentations
• Yield testing and documentation of proteins
• Price analysis and comparison of product from various supplier
• Conduct training sessions for culinary team
• Weekly duty schedule follows up and daily duty allocation for the operation
• HACCP presentation for kitchen staff and hygiene training, basic food safety training
• Specialize in charcuteries, Smoking and curing techniques
• Conduct food sample testing
• Administrative job, payroll, maintaining inventory, purchase order
• Organize All Day Dinning, Banquet Events and Catering Requirements
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SKILLS
• Menu Planning • Stock Management
• Recipe Making • Product Display
• Food Costing • International Cuisine
• Hygiene and Food Safety • Buffet Set Up
• Kitchen Management • POS Management
• Material Ordering Management • Bulk Cooking
ACHIEVEMENTS
• International English Testing System (6.5 overall band score)
• Destination Leadership (Supervisory Training Course)
• Level 3 Award in Supervising Food Safety
• Texas Beed Master Class Seminar
• Bronze Medalist for 2013 Saloon Culinaire (Practical Butchery)
• Bronze Medalist for Fish and Seafood Category (East Coast Culinary Competition)
• Bronze Medalist for Fish and Seafood Category (East Coast Culinary Competition)
PERSONAL INFO
Date of Birth: August 17,1985
Marital Status: Married
Passport Number: EC3510164
Nationality: Philippines
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EDUCATION
Associate in Hotel and Restaurant Management | University of Perpetual Help
Laguna | Philippines
OCTOBER 2002 - MARCH 2003
Culinary Arts (NC1) Hot Kitchen Cook | Technical Skills and Development
Authority |Philippines
VOCATIONAL
FOOD PORTFOLIO
Upon Request