Dependable Cook with expertise in preparing foods in fast-paced settings, and team player with open communication style, along with being an event setup assistant who helped with events across British Columbia.
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Aakash Kajla
Kamloops,BC
Summary
Overview
2
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
White Spot Restaurant
Cook
03.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Created 50+ identical dishes numerous times daily honing technique, attention to detail and quality.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained steady output during rush by collaborating providing help wherever needed.
- Instructed 2+ new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Earls Kitchen + Bar
Prep Cook
06.2023 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Washed, peeled, and cut 30+ fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Received 3 shipments every week and placed items on proper shelves to restock pantry.
- Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening to maximize productivity.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Bella Events
Event Assistant
04.2022 - 09.2023
Job overview
- Greeted and directed guests at private events and explained seating arrangements to keep tables organized.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Performed event coordination and set up for sponsored events, parties, and marriages
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for consecutive and simultaneous events.
- Directed team to set up and keep banquet space clean and presentable for guests.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Coquitlam CollegeCoquitlam, BC
Associate of Arts
08.2023
University Overview
Skills
- Food Safe level 1
- Serving it Right 2932775
- Allergen aware
- High spirited
- Hot and Cold Food Preparation
- Attention to Detail
- Collaborative approach
- Professional and Responsible
- Food Storage Procedures
- Preparation and Closing
- Proficient Computer skills
Certification
Serving It Right 2932775
Foodsafe level 1
Hobbies
Hobbies
Performing Stand up Comedy
Timeline
Prep Cook
Earls Kitchen + Bar
06.2023 - 09.2023
Event Assistant
Bella Events
04.2022 - 09.2023
Cook
White Spot Restaurant
03.2022 - Current
Coquitlam College
Associate of Arts
Serving It Right 2932775
Foodsafe level 1
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