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Aldina Prefontaine

STITTSVILLE, ON,ON

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sous Chef

Kristin McCaig Nutrition Personal Chef Services
09.2022 - Current


  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.

Server / Bartender

The Brew Revolution
06.2022 - Current
  • Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Maintained clean and organized dining areas to uphold restaurant hygiene standards.
  • Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
  • Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
  • Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
  • Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
  • Used slow periods to restock supplies and clean the establishment.
  • Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations while serving spirits.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Collected payment for food and drinks served, balanced cash receipts and maintained accurate cash drawer.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Helped customers with dietary restrictions, allergies and intolerances obtain safe, delicious food by working closely with kitchen staff on alternatives.
  • Printed dining checks with total due, collected payment and offered receipts to complete transactions.
  • Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
  • Checked guests' identification before serving alcoholic beverages.

Home Daycare Provider

Self-employeed
01.2004 - 09.2022
  • Managed home environment to keep areas clean, organized and free of safety hazards.
  • Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
  • Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
  • Treated basic first aid needs such as cleaning and bandaging minor cuts.
  • Taught children to organize toys, wash hands, and share by leading by example.
  • Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments, and issues.
  • Enforced rules and managed behavior through developmentally appropriate discipline.
  • Promoted good social skills by helping children work through conflicts and leading many collaborative games.
  • Crafted nutritious meals and kept lots of fresh fruit and vegetables on hand to prevent unhealthy snacking.

Education

No Degree - Culinary Arts

Algonquin College
Ottawa, ON

High School Diploma -

Holy Trinity Catholic High School
Kanata, ON
06.1996

Languages

English

Certification

Smart Serve

Timeline

Sous Chef

Kristin McCaig Nutrition Personal Chef Services
09.2022 - Current

Server / Bartender

The Brew Revolution
06.2022 - Current

Home Daycare Provider

Self-employeed
01.2004 - 09.2022

No Degree - Culinary Arts

Algonquin College

High School Diploma -

Holy Trinity Catholic High School

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