Romell Casingal
Helsinki
Summary
Creative and forward-thinking cook with 14 years of experience and knowledge in Japanese, Italian, Western and Asian Cuisines.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Lisäpalvelu (The Tower,Maya Bar& Grill,La Plaza,Hotel Haaga,Clarion Hotels,Scandic Hotel&Levain)
Helsinki
09.2024 - 12.2025
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
Ramen Cook
Momotoko
Vantaa
12.2022 - 09.2024
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Cook
Raisu
Finland
05.2022 - 11.2022
- Prepares food at an assigned buffet station according to customer requests and available ingredients.
- Engages with guest to create a positive experience.
Cook
Home Based Food Delivery
06.2021 - 02.2022
- Delivering Filipino or any Asian dishes.
- Preparing a delicious, non-repeating 7 days menu.
Barista/Food Service Crew
Soy & Bean
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Take orders while paying attention to details (e.g. preferences of soy blend, dairy and sugar ratios)
- Prepare beverages following recipes.
- Comply with health and safety regulations.
Production Worker
Goldilock’s Cake Plant
10.2020 - 12.2020
- Finalizing and packaging products for shipment.
- Ensure production standards are met.
- Monitoring the assembly line and removing faulty products.
- Performing other duties as assigned.
Line Cook at Chili’s, 5 Napkin, Johnny Carino’s Italian Grill and Which Wich Superior Sandwiches
Al-Ghunaim Trading Company
Kuwait
09.2015 - 03.2020
- Checking all the quality of fish for sushi station.
- Ensure great presentation by dressing dishes before they are served.
- Keep a sanitized and orderly environment in the kitchen.
- Ensure all food and other items stores properly.
Cook
Vicky’s Kitchen
10.2012 - 08.2015
- Monitor stock and place orders when there are shortages.
- Prepare ingredients to use in cooking (chopping and peeling vegetables, cutting meat, etc.)
- Cook food in various utensils or grillers.
- Check food while cooking to stir or turn.
Cook
Ersao Taiwanese Restaurant
04.2012 - 09.2012
- Maintain a clean and orderly kitchen by washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces, taking out trash, etc.
- Checking out stocks and their shelf life.
- Perform others kitchen duties as assign.
- Wash, cut and prepare foods designated for cooking.
Cook/Fryman
Jollibee Food Corp.
04.2011 - 09.2011
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
Education
Degree - Technological Course/Industrial Design
Technological University of the Philippines
09.2014
National Certificate III - Food and Beverages Services/Barista
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)
05.2014
Degree - Secondary Education
Nazarene Catholic School
03.2008
Degree - Primary Education
La Consolacion College
03.2001
Skills
- In-depth knowledge of food processing and safety
- Multitasking: Ability to handle multiple tickets
- Able to adhere to precise instruction of the head chef
- Dedicated to the quality: Inspect and test all food before it is served
- Food Art Making
Languages
Nihongo — Japanese Basic Course Language
References
- Dexter Dizon
Sous Chef/Scandic Airport
+358 44 0888378
- Mai Nhi Ho
Restaurant Manager/Momotoko Jumbo
+358 46 9545071
- Pajala Jari
Executive Chef/La Plaza
+358 45 1368869
Timeline
Chef
Lisäpalvelu (The Tower,Maya Bar& Grill,La Plaza,Hotel Haaga,Clarion Hotels,Scandic Hotel&Levain)
09.2024 - 12.2025
Ramen Cook
Momotoko
12.2022 - 09.2024
Cook
Raisu
05.2022 - 11.2022
Cook
Home Based Food Delivery
06.2021 - 02.2022
Barista/Food Service Crew
Soy & Bean
01.2021 - 06.2021
Production Worker
Goldilock’s Cake Plant
10.2020 - 12.2020
Line Cook at Chili’s, 5 Napkin, Johnny Carino’s Italian Grill and Which Wich Superior Sandwiches
Al-Ghunaim Trading Company
09.2015 - 03.2020
Cook
Vicky’s Kitchen
10.2012 - 08.2015
Cook
Ersao Taiwanese Restaurant
04.2012 - 09.2012
Cook/Fryman
Jollibee Food Corp.
04.2011 - 09.2011
Degree - Technological Course/Industrial Design
Technological University of the Philippines
National Certificate III - Food and Beverages Services/Barista
Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA)
Degree - Secondary Education
Nazarene Catholic School
Degree - Primary Education
La Consolacion College