Allen James Tam
Mangilao,GU
Summary
Dedicated individual with diverse experience in various culinary settings, including high-volume and fine dining establishments. Possess strong knowledge of food preparation techniques, menu development, and kitchen safety protocols. Team-oriented professional with ability to work efficiently under pressure while maintaining creativity and quality standards. Contributed to significant improvements in kitchen operations and customer satisfaction ratings through innovative recipe development and effective inventory management, ensuring adherence to health standards while optimizing service efficiency.
Overview
1
1
Certification
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Panda Express: ELPX - LLC
Agat, GU
05.2026 - Current
- Prepared and cooked menu items to meet Panda Express quality standards, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Monitored food quality for freshness and presentation, maintaining high standards before serving.
- Followed safety and sanitation guidelines during food preparation.
- Collaborated with team members to facilitate timely meal service, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and workstations.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Line Cook
Guam Plaza - City Hill Co.
Tumon, GU
02.2024 - 01.2026
- Operated kitchen equipment, maintaining cleanliness and functionality to support smooth service.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance food preparation and streamline service processes.
- Monitored inventory levels of food supplies and ingredients, ensuring adequate stock for service.
- Assisted in monitoring inventory levels of food supplies and ingredients.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Guam Community College
Mangilao, GUHigh School Diploma -
Notre Dame High School
Talofofo, GUSkills
- Food preparation
- Cooking techniques
- Food safety compliance
- Kitchen organization
- Inventory management
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Customer service
- Adaptability
Certification
- Pre-Commis Chef Certification
- ServSafe Certificate
- Health Certificate
Timeline
Cook
Panda Express: ELPX - LLC
05.2026 - Current
Line Cook
Guam Plaza - City Hill Co.
02.2024 - 01.2026
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Guam Community College
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame High School