MAEIOR R. CACAS
London
Summary
Experienced Culinary Professional skilled in kitchen operations, food preparation, team supervision, and inventory management across UK, UAE, and Philippines. Demonstrates strong leadership in upholding food quality, hygiene, and customer service standards. Thrives in fast-paced environments, delivering exceptional results.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Chef
Spaghetti House
London
12.2022 - Current
- Lead and motivate kitchen staff while maintaining company standards
- Supervised daily kitchen operations and food preparation, ensuring efficient workflow and timely service
- Maintained high standards of food quality and hygiene, enhancing customer satisfaction and loyalty
- Prepare specialty dishes including pizza dough, sauces, meats, seafood, and vegetables
- Manage food inventory, stock rotation, and supplier deliveries
- Place daily supply orders and manage stock requirements
- Planned staff rotas and holiday schedules to optimise shift coverage and maintain service consistency
- Monitor kitchen equipment and ensure proper maintenance
- Maintain quality assurance and hygiene records
Assistant Head Chef
Dolci & Capricci Café and Restaurant
Abu Dhabi
12.2017 - 12.2022
- Coordinated kitchen operations and supervised staff to maintain efficiency
- Maintained food quality and hygiene standards to ensure compliance
- Assisted in menu preparation and managed inventory to optimise resources
Sous Chef
Emirates Flight Catering
Dubai
08.2013 - 12.2017
- Managed food preparation and streamlined kitchen workflow to enhance service efficiency
- Maintained rigorous food safety and hygiene compliance to uphold health regulations
- Prepared meals in line with airline catering standards to ensure quality and consistency
Chef de Partie
Forest House Hotel and Restaurant
Baguio City
10.2012 - 05.2013
- Created and plated high-quality dishes, enhancing guest satisfaction
- Managed kitchen section operations, ensuring smooth workflow and adherence to standards
- Coordinated kitchen setup and monitored stock levels, optimising resource availability
Kitchen Supervisor
La Venoza Catering
Abra
03.2010 - 09.2011
- Supervised kitchen staff and coordinated catering operations to ensure smooth service
- Ensured timely food preparation and delivery to meet service schedules
- Maintained cleanliness and upheld food safety standards to safeguard customer health
Safety Engineer
Hanjin Shipyard
Subic Olongapo
05.2008 - 01.2010
- Conducted safety inspections and hazard assessments to identify potential risks
- Monitored workplace safety procedures to ensure compliance with regulations
- Promoted health and safety awareness among workers to foster a safer work environment
Education
Associate - Hotel and Restaurant Management
University of Baguio
Baguio City, Philippines01-2012
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Divine Word College of Bangued
Abra, Philippines01-2008
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- HACCP compliance
- Kitchen operations
- Food preparation
- Menu planning
- Catering experience
- Event catering
- Seafood preparation
- International cuisine expertise
- Inventory management and stock control
- Inventory control
- Stock rotation
- Inventory rotation
- Supplier negotiation
- Equipment maintenance
- Food plating and presentation
- Staff supervision
- Staff leadership
- Training and development
- Leadership and management
- Time management
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Time management
- International cuisine expertise
- Seafood preparation
- Event catering
Custom Section
- Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written)
- Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and Internet applications
- Strong leadership and team management abilities
- Inventory management and stock control
- Food safety and hygiene compliance
- Kitchen operations and rota planning
- Multi-tasking and time management
- Fast learner with strong attention to detail
- Able to work independently and under pressure
Languages
English
Advanced
C1
Certification
- Health and Safety Level 3, Intellelearn Online, London, UK, 2024-10-24, 2027-10-24
- Highfield Level 3 Award in HACCP for Catering (RQF), Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2019-10-29
- HABC Level 2 Award in Food Safety in Catering (QCF), Emirates Flight Catering, Dubai, UAE, 2013-08-14
- Culinary Demonstration, City Lights Hotel, Baguio City, Philippines, 2011-02-19
- Wine Tasting and Classification, University of Baguio – The Vitis Vera Wine School, 2011-09-13, 2011-09-14
- Computer Literacy Training, TESDA, Philippines, 2008-11-01, 2008-12-01
- Agricultural and Farm Training, Batangas Dairy and Multi-Purpose Cooperative, 2008-01-01, Milking cows, Calf rearing, Tractor driving, Fencing, General farm duties
References
- Daniele Malagni, Executive Chef, damiele@lavval.co.uk, +447714481068
- Artur Nanaj, General Manager, artur.nanaj@hotmail.com, +447800810255
Timeline
Head Chef
Spaghetti House
12.2022 - Current
Assistant Head Chef
Dolci & Capricci Café and Restaurant
12.2017 - 12.2022
Sous Chef
Emirates Flight Catering
08.2013 - 12.2017
Chef de Partie
Forest House Hotel and Restaurant
10.2012 - 05.2013
Kitchen Supervisor
La Venoza Catering
03.2010 - 09.2011
Safety Engineer
Hanjin Shipyard
05.2008 - 01.2010
Associate - Hotel and Restaurant Management
University of Baguio
Bachelor of Science - Industrial Engineering
Divine Word College of Bangued