Amanda Price
Summary
NAIT Culinary student prepared for high-pressure kitchen environments with focus on delivering high-quality dishes. Adept at collaborating with team members to streamline kitchen operations and ensure timely service. Known for flexibility and reliability, with strong commitment to maintaining cleanliness and organization.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
Ernest's at NAIT
05.2025 - 06.2025
- Operated the Garde Mange station for Ernest's at NAIT for the duration of Ernest's dining during the summer months.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, ensuring proper maintenance and cleanliness.
- Contributed to menu development by providing feedback on ingredient availability and seasonal trends.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on the timing of dish completion.
- Implemented effective waste reduction strategies, minimizing food costs and supporting sustainable practices.
- Created various herb oils, sauces, vinaigrettes, and cheese utilizing various ingredients and applying cook theory.
Line Cook
Thirsty Rooster Eatery & Bar
07.2024 - 10.2024
- Prepared various appetizers, entrees, and desserts in a short-order setting
- Complete prep work with diligence in a timely manner
- Maintained productivity in the kitchen by sweeping, mopping, and cleansing surfaces as needed
- Assisted the team with kitchen teardown at the end of each night
- Collaborated with kitchen staff for the enhancement of specific menu items and condiments
Bartender/Server
Orlando’s Pub & Grill
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Upheld accountability to a float during shifts; responsible for ensuring an even float for both the beginning and end of the shift
- Served several customers at once whilst completing delegated tasks
- Achieved comfortable use of the POS system using TouchBistro
- Worked with orders through Skip/Uber Eats/Door Dash using a tablet
- Gathered general experience using a debit machine to complete transactions
- Maintained a tidy and sanitary environment whilst working
- Effectively communicated 86’d items, customer satisfaction, and billing issues proficiently with staff both front and back of house
Bartender/Server
Ultimate Bartending School
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Received substantial training in both flair and liqueur/wine/spirits knowledge
- Learned and executed various cocktail, shot, and mocktail recipes
- Independently operated shifts and provided liqueur service at wedding banquets and professional business meetings
- Performed comfortable, fast-paced, and organized work in a busy and stress-induced environment
- Accomplished various tasks in the same time frame as serving
Dishwasher
Riverbank Bistro
06.2021 - 05.2022
- Washed and sanitized dishes in BOH
- Assisted with various basic prep work
- Assisted with some appetizers and desserts on Sous Chef station
- Maintained an organized, steady workflow when putting away dishes and equipment
- Developed proper cleaning and organization skills in and out of a kitchen setting
- Completed tasks within a timely manner
Education
Culinary Arts Program -
NAIT
Edmonton, AB04-2026
High School - undefined
Paul Kane High School
St. Albert, AB06.2022
Skills
- Effective communication and problem-solving
- Professional demeanor
- Bartending
- Host/Hostess
- Basic culinary knowledge in baking and meat preparation
- Line station oversight
- Recipe creation
- Food preparing, plating, and presentation
- Food safety practices
Languages
English
Certification
- ProServe – Valid January 2023 – 2028
- Food Safety Certificate – Issued October 15, 2024
- Semester 1 NAIT Dean's Honor Roll (Culinary Arts)
- Semester 2 NAIT Dean's Honor Roll (Culinary Arts)
Timeline
Line Cook
Ernest's at NAIT
05.2025 - 06.2025
Line Cook
Thirsty Rooster Eatery & Bar
07.2024 - 10.2024
Bartender/Server
Orlando’s Pub & Grill
12.2023 - 03.2024
Bartender/Server
Ultimate Bartending School
09.2023 - 12.2023
Dishwasher
Riverbank Bistro
06.2021 - 05.2022
High School - undefined
Paul Kane High School
Culinary Arts Program -
NAIT
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