Alexander Lundell
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Knowledgeable Line Cook. Skilled in cold food preparation and presentation, with proven track record of creating visually appealing and flavorful dishes. Demonstrated expertise in knife skills and food safety, ensuring high-quality standards and efficient kitchen operations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Garde Manger Cook
Happy & Olive
09.2024 - Current
- Prepared and presented a variety of cold dishes, ensuring visual appeal and quality standards.
- Managed inventory of perishable items, minimizing waste through efficient stock rotation practices.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to execute daily specials and seasonal menu changes effectively.
- Developed creative garnishing techniques, enhancing overall dish presentation and customer satisfaction.
Line Cook
MEAT
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely delivery of orders, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Operated a High value, industrial kitchen smoker
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
Line Cook
Sir Winstons Fish and Chips
05.2022 - 12.2022
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
Line Cook
Earls Kitchen + Bar
07.2021 - 03.2022
- Prepared high-quality ingredients following recipes and presentation standards.
- Supported senior cooks during peak hours to enhance service speed and customer satisfaction.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and special requests from customers or management.
- Implemented proper food storage techniques to minimize waste and maintain freshness of ingredients.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak hours with high accuracy.
Construction Worker
Great Canadian Solar
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Operated hand and power tools for installation of solar panels.
- Assisted in site preparation, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas to ensure efficiency.
Education
Culinary Arts
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton04-2025
High School Diploma -
Strathcona High School
Edmonton AB06-2021
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Knife skills
- Supervisory experience
- Sanitation practices
- Salad making
- Food presentation
- Workstation setup
- Food storage
- Seafood handling
- Portion control
- Cold food preparation
- Dressing preparation
Timeline
Garde Manger Cook
Happy & Olive
09.2024 - Current
Line Cook
MEAT
05.2024 - 08.2024
Line Cook
Sir Winstons Fish and Chips
05.2022 - 12.2022
Line Cook
Earls Kitchen + Bar
07.2021 - 03.2022
Construction Worker
Great Canadian Solar
05.2021 - 08.2021
Culinary Arts
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
High School Diploma -
Strathcona High School