Michael Lascano
Frigate Bay,Saint Kitts And Nevis
Summary
Adept Head Sushi Chef with a proven track record at Marriott Hotel Resort and Casino, excelling in fish preparation and fostering guest interactions. Renowned for elevating dining experiences through innovative recipes and impeccable food safety standards. Demonstrates exceptional time management and team leadership, significantly enhancing kitchen efficiency and customer satisfaction.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Sushi Chef
Marriott Hotel Resort and Casino
01.2020 - Current
- Pleasantly welcomed patrons entering sushi bar, offering to explain menu options.
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Used various types of knives, hand tools and utensils to fillet fish in preparation for sushi.
- Evaluated employee performance regularly, providing constructive feedback for continuous improvement.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Educated guests on different types of fish and shellfish to aid decision-making on sushi orders.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary kitchen environment, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
Sushi Chef
Carambola Beach Club
04.2018 - 01.2020
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
- Contributed to a safe, clean work environment by adhering to strict food safety guidelines and maintaining a spotless workspace at all times.
- Established strong working relationships with colleagues through clear communication, teamwork, and mutual respect.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Collaborated with management to create seasonal menu options based on market availability and emerging culinary trends.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
Sushi Chef /Wok Cook
Louis Hotel Akakiko Asian Cuisine
07.2013 - 07.2017
- Responsible for sushi bar preparation before and after service
- Daily set up of kitchen and mise en place preparation
- Preparation of sauces and finishing up wok dishes
- Monitoring the availability of stocks and monthly inventory control and stock taking
- Responsible for new staff training
- Prepares various type of sushi accordingly to established guidelines on quality portion, size, presentation and food safety
- Customize food orders according to the guest preferences and allergies
- Communicate with staff to ensure that special request and food allergy considerations are met
Sushi Cook
Arirang Edo Korean Japanese Restaurant
12.2005 - 09.2012
- Streamlined kitchen operations by maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient workspace, contributing to a smooth service flow.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Assist Korean kitchen when its needed
- Managed sushi bar and some Japanese cuisine like tempura, soba etc.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Education
No Degree - Computer Electronic Technology
Samson College of Science And Technology
PhilippinesHigh School Diploma -
Saint Ezekiel Moreno High School
Palawan, Philippines03-1996
Skills
- Fish preparation
- Time management efficiency
- Guest interaction
- Food safety
Certification
ServSafe Certification
Food protection manager
Accredited by the ANSI
(American Standard Institute)
National Accreditation board (ANAB)
Conference for food Protection (CFP)
Languages
English, Tagalog
Native language
Additional Information
References:
Vladimir VIllarba
vladimir.villarba@marriotthotels.com
Chef de Cuisine
JW Marriott Adrift Kaya
New Delhi India
Christophe Letard
christophe.letard@stkittsmarriott.com
Executive chef
Marriott hotel Resort and Casino
Saint Kitts
Timeline
Head Sushi Chef
Marriott Hotel Resort and Casino
01.2020 - Current
Sushi Chef
Carambola Beach Club
04.2018 - 01.2020
Sushi Chef /Wok Cook
Louis Hotel Akakiko Asian Cuisine
07.2013 - 07.2017
Sushi Cook
Arirang Edo Korean Japanese Restaurant
12.2005 - 09.2012
ServSafe Certification
Food protection manager
Accredited by the ANSI
(American Standard Institute)
National Accreditation board (ANAB)
Conference for food Protection (CFP)
No Degree - Computer Electronic Technology
Samson College of Science And Technology
High School Diploma -
Saint Ezekiel Moreno High School
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