Amandeep Angroya
Brampton,ON
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience, skilled in food preparation and inventory management. Proven ability to reduce food waste through effective portion control and maintain a safe kitchen environment. Strong teamwork and communication skills enhance collaboration in fast-paced settings. Food handler certified and committed to quality.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook's Helper
Passion Profession,
04.2023 - Current
- Helped maintain adequate stock levels in the pantry by assisting with inventory tracking and ordering procedures when necessary.
- Supported cost control measures through careful monitoring of ingredient usage during food preparation tasks.
- Demonstrated versatility in culinary techniques, preparing a variety of appetizers, entrees, and sides as needed.
- Reduced food waste by adhering to proper portion sizes, storage methods, and inventory management practices.
- Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized kitchen, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Received positive feedback from customers regarding exceptional taste profiles created through skillful seasoning techniques applied during cooking processes.
- Maintained a safe work environment by following established cleaning procedures for all kitchen equipment and surfaces regularly.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Washed, peeled and cut various foods such as fruits and vegetables to prepare for cooking or serving.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
- Pushed, pulled and transported large loads and objects.
Cook's Assistant (volunteer, Part Time)
Center for Oneness
03.2014 - Current
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Arts
Punjabi UNi.
Patiala04-2002
Skills
- Teamwork
- Food handler certification
- Safe food handling
- Sweeping and mopping
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Kitchen staff support
- Problem-solving
- Workplace safety
- Excellent communication
- Dishwasher operation
- Food preparation
Accomplishments
- Knowledge of Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Languages
English
Professional Working
Hindi
Professional Working
Punjabi
Full Professional
Certification
- Food Handler certificate,
Interests
- Cooking
- Participating in local clean-up initiatives
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- Volunteering
Timeline
Cook's Helper
Passion Profession,
04.2023 - Current
Cook's Assistant (volunteer, Part Time)
Center for Oneness
03.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Arts
Punjabi UNi.