Andrew Dias
Conestogo,Canada
Summary
To obtain a mixing operator position. I look to utilize my acquired kitchen/hospitality skills to assure that the job is completed efficiently at all times. I also aim to assure that each and every customer is satisfied with a great and high quality product, each and every time.
Professional mixing operator with strong expertise in blending and mixing processes. Highly reliable and adaptable, consistently ensuring quality and efficiency in production. Skilled in teamwork, communication, and maintaining safety standards. Known for strong commitment to achieving results and adjusting to changing operational needs. My goal is to To obtain a mixing operator position.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dish Washer and Cook
Crowsfoot Smokehaus
05.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and hazard-free work areas.
- Kept equipment in good working order and properly stored between jobs.
- Trained new employees on proper washing procedures and company policies.
- Vacuumed and steam cleaned interior floors carpet and seating.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Mixer Operator / Back up Supervisor
TreeHouse Foods
01.2020 - 04.2024
- Started my career as an sheeting operator. Very shortly after switched to mixing to broaden my skills in our baking department.
- Sheeting was not for me to but is very important to have correct profile in; and know how to trouble shoot small issues before it can turn into an absolute disaster. Always watch your sheeter!
- Mixing is where is where whole operation begins and I wanted that responsibility. Only thing that changes every 30/60 minutes is dough unless current sheeter operator is touching things. Good dough. No issue,
- Also did back up supervising for brief periods and considered myself like lead hand; considering knowledge I had in the department, from top to bottom
- Complied with all company policies regarding food safety and sanitation, ensuring the production of high-quality, safe products for consumers.
- Documented daily production activities accurately, providing valuable data for performance analysis and optimization efforts.
- Consistently met production deadlines through effective time management and task prioritization skills.
- Following formulations and weighing up ingredients
- Lifting up to 30X50 pounds bag of flour per batch according to the formula.
- Weighed out materials carefully and followed requirements for each batch. Following formulations and weighing up ingredients.
- Health and safety committee member
- Certified Mixer Trainer
- Trained new employees on proper mixer operation techniques, leading to efficient onboarding and reduced learning curve times.
General Labourer
Black Forest Inn
01.2013 - 12.2018
- Worked in the dish-pit for over a year
- Operating the machine
- Scrubbing pots and pans
- Working on the line, preparing dinner plates for show nights
- Washed, peeled, chopped and portioned food items
- Experience with buffets, banquets, weddings, stage shows, menu orders
- Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
Line Operator
Elmira Pet Products
03.2017 - 04.2018
- Setting up line for massive orders
- Moving 80 pounds skids
- Piling 100 + skid orders
- Moving and combining 500kg fibre bags
- 40 hour weeks in hot and messy environment
- Loaded and unloaded product on and off conveyor line by routinely lifting up to 60 pounds.
- Communicated effectively with team members across departments for seamless coordination during shift transitions and critical operations updates.
- Exhibited excellent multitasking abilities, efficiently managing multiple machines simultaneously without sacrificing performance or quality standards.
Event Support Staff
ACG Football Bowl Games
01.2012 - Current
- Company Overview: All Canada Gridiron
- Collecting gate money
- Organizing and distributing player apparel packages
- Field setup
- Organizing pizza orders
- All Canada Gridiron
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Server
The Keg Steakhouse and Bar
07.2015 - 04.2016
- Busing tables to a high degree of cleanliness
- Setting tables, moving tables
- Polishing glasses, cutlery and plates
- Folding and creating roll ups, collecting and sorting cutlery
- Washing and drying laundry
- Trained new bussers on restaurant procedures, standards, and safety protocols, fostering a strong team dynamic.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently clearing and resetting tables for a smooth dining experience.
- Assisted team members during busy periods, ensuring seamless operations and excellent guest experiences.
- Operated dishwashers and other kitchen equipment according to safety guidelines. (To help the dish crew)
Education
Secondary School -
St. David Catholic Secondary School
Waterloo, ON10.2024
Secondary School -
Conestogo Public School
Conestogo, ON01.2013
Secondary School -
Lester B. Pearson Public School
Waterloo, ON01.2008
Skills
- Punctual
- Team Player
- Task-orientated
- Well spoken
- Personable
- Respectful
- Health and safety
- Work Area Cleanliness
- Excellent Communication
- Reliability
Certification
Driving Licence, 02/01/20, 09/30/27, Also certified and licensed to drive power walkie lift trucks.
Additionalinformation - Skillssummary
- Task-oriented, punctual, and hard worker
- Proficient in whatever I'm instructed to do, with proper training
- Well mannered, well spoken and good listener
- Preserving a non-hostile workplace environment
- Over 10 years of workplace experience
- Learned to always be a team player
- Respectful and always listen to instructions
- Go getter
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Dish Washer and Cook
Crowsfoot Smokehaus
05.2024 - Current
Mixer Operator / Back up Supervisor
TreeHouse Foods
01.2020 - 04.2024
Line Operator
Elmira Pet Products
03.2017 - 04.2018
Server
The Keg Steakhouse and Bar
07.2015 - 04.2016
General Labourer
Black Forest Inn
01.2013 - 12.2018
Event Support Staff
ACG Football Bowl Games
01.2012 - Current
Secondary School -
Conestogo Public School
Secondary School -
Lester B. Pearson Public School
Secondary School -
St. David Catholic Secondary School
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