James Barcenas

Simple guy but very hardworking person. Fun to be with but very serious and committed to any kind of job and task. Investor and franchise owner with extensive experience in hospitality, culinary arts, and restaurant management.

Front Office Agent at Edsa Shangri-La Manila (2009-01 – 2010-12)

Magazinier / Quality Control at Belgique Distributions and Services (2011-01 – 2016-12)

Cook at Japanese Noodle Company / Menma (2017-01 – 2019-12)

Sushi Chef at Sushi Daily (2018-01 – 2019-12)

Part-Time

Cook at Bap n Dak (2022-01 – 2023-12)

Flexi Job

Chef Cook / Team Leader at Takumi Ramen Kitchen (2019-01 – 2023-12)

Branch Manager at Takumi Ramen Kitchen (2023-01 – 2025-06)

Demi-Chef de Partie at Van Der Valk Hotel Brussels Airport (2025-03 – Present)

Flexi-Job

Chef de Partie at Corinthia Grand Hotel Astoria (2025-06-01 – 2025-09-01)

Chef de Partie at Courtyard by Marriott (2025-10 – Present)

High School – Colegio Monterei de Pila (2002-01 – 2006-12)

Bachelor of Science in Hotel and Restaurant Management – Trace College (2006-01 – 2010-12)