Nestor Agabin

Professional Chef with 10+ years experience as a cook/baker. Un I seek challenging opportunities where I can fully use my skills and experience for the success of the organization.

Line Cook Lead at Very Thai (2026-03 – Present)

Line Cook Lead (Curry & Crispy Fish Station, Salad Bar, Roti, Very Thai Tea & Green Thai Tea & Ice cream station). In charge of opening, prepping and making sure inventory for the day is prepared and reporting anything needed to manager to order.

• Making Very Thai Tea, Green Thai Tea & Olong Tea according to company recipe.
• Weighing and bagging ingredients according to the recipe.
• Preparing Rice.
• Preparing Sauces according to company recipe.
• Making Papaya Salads, Very Thai Tea, Green Tea & Olong Tea, Roti, Ice Cream for the customers through the day according to company standards.
• Cooking Curry & PORK BBQ when scheduled in the station.
• Cleaning and closing station before leaving for the day during company's closing hours during the day.

Line Cook at Uovo (2023-01 – 2026-03)

• Prepares, cooks, and plates Italian pasta dishes.
• Cook pasta dishes in accordance to company standards, while making sure the station is clean & sanitary.
• Insuring adherence to strict quality, consistency, and safety standards.
• Assists with deep cleaning, disposing trash, mopping and organizing work station.

Line Cook at Din Tai Fung (2017-05 – 2023-01)

• Wok Line Cook: prepares, cooks, and plates wok-noodle dishes.
• Inspecting ingredient quality before cooking and ensures the final product meets brand standards.
• Insuring adherence to strict quality, consistency, and safety standards.
• Maintaining a sanitized station, preparing garnishes, and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Assists with deep cleaning, disposing trash, mopping and organizing work station.

Caregiver at Grace Inhome Care (2012-07 – 2017-04)

Assisting individuals in their residence (elderly, disabled, ill) with daily living activities. This includes bathing, dressing, meal prep, feeding, medication reminders, and light housekeeping, plus providing needed companionship, mobility support, take patient to appointments, for walks, church etc, and reporting health changes to professionals, all while ensuring a safe, comfortable environment in homes or facilities.

Busser at Happy China Restaurant (2008-06 – 2012-08)

Clears and resets tables. Quickly clear used dishes, silverware, and glasses; wipe down tables and chairs; sweep floors; and reset tables with fresh linens, utensils, and condiments. Assist servers by bringing water/tea and assisting with food delivery, maintains dining room cleanliness. Ensures quick table turnover for guests, focusing on efficiency and a welcoming atmosphere.

Associate in Fire Science – Pensacola Junior College (2010 – 2012)

Highschool Diploma – Escambia Highschool (2006 – 2010)