Nathalie Ardón
Culinary Arts
Summary
Well-trained in kitchen hygiene, assisting multiple levels of culinary operations with diverse skillset and willingness to share expertise with others. Fast learner with flexibility in execution of evolving culinary needs at moment's notice.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Commis
9Patrias Restaurant
04.2024 - 06.2024
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Developed strong multitasking abilities by managing multiple cooking stations during peak hours, ensuring consistent quality output.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
- Checked items into inventory and stocked goods into proper locations.
- Played pivotal role in catering special events, ensuring high-quality food and service for up to 80 guests.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
Catering Chef
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
03.2023 - 03.2023
- Observed federal and local kitchen safety regulations to prevent food borne illnesses.
- Evaluated event success through post-event debriefs, identifying areas for improvement to continually refine catering processes.
- Created catering menu based upon client specifications, event type, dietary needs, and budget.
- Balanced budgets effectively, managing expenses while maintaining the highest standards of service quality.
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality catering services for various events.
- Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
Apprentice Chef
Intercontinental Hotel
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Trained kitchen staff to perform preparation tasks under pressure.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place for consistent work.
- Learned and executed over 30 food preparation procedures.
- Received positive guest feedback, enhancing the restaurant's reputation.
- Acquired diverse cooking methods, ensuring high-quality dish production.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute event changes, demonstrating flexibility.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards rigorously.
- Prepared pastry items with strict adherence to quality and presentation standards.
- Provided exceptional service to high-profile clientele, enhancing customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts
Universidad Tecnológica Centroamericana UNITEC
Tegucigalpa, Honduras03.2025
High School Diploma -
Instituto San José Del Carmen Bilingual School
Tegucigalpa, Honduras11.2019
Skills
Hygiene practices
Teamwork and Collaboration
Active Listening
Knife Skills
Cooking techniques
Food presentation
Work under pressure
Recipe Development
Menu Planning
Problem-solving abilities
Time management abilities
Fine-dining expertise
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
Evento Día de Europa
Timeline
Evento Día de Europa
05-2024
Commis
9Patrias Restaurant
04.2024 - 06.2024
Catering Chef
Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter Day Saints
03.2023 - 03.2023
Apprentice Chef
Intercontinental Hotel
04.2022 - 07.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts
Universidad Tecnológica Centroamericana UNITEC
High School Diploma -
Instituto San José Del Carmen Bilingual School
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