Andrew Young
OTTAWA,ON
Summary
To create an organized and clean working environment. To produce quality food to my high standards along with the establishment. I want to put out food people remember and come back for.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
The Royal Oak
Ottawa, ON
01.2017 - Current
- Ensured efficient kitchen closure after dinner service 5 nights a week. Trained all new staff on oaks menu and procedures, enhancing team readiness. I worked all the major events and ensured food quality was to the oaks standards and above. I helped train bussers on front and back of house procedures. Coordinated staff breaks and cuts during closing shifts to maintain workflow.
Line Cook
Delicious Steakhouse
Ottawa, ON
05.2015 - 12.2016
- Prepared breakfast for high turnover of weekend guests in fast-paced environment. Executed lunch and dinner menus starting at 11 am, ensuring timely service.
Line Cook
Jonny Canuck's Bar and Grill
Ottawa, ON
12.2012 - 10.2014
- Trained new staff in various cooking sections to ensure consistent food quality and service.
- Cooked menu items following recipe standards and ticket timing.
- Plated dishes with consistent presentation for dine-in service.
Line Cook
Montana's Cookhouse
Ottawa, ON
12.2011 - 12.2012
- I worked as a line cook for Montana's cookhouse. I was taught to work all sections of the line including working the grill on busy days. On top of my regular duties I was able to do any prep work required.
Line Cook
Camelot Golf & Country Club
Cumberland, ON
06.2008 - 11.2008
- Worked on line at Camelot Golf & Country Club, preparing a variety of dishes for breakfast and lunch menus, ensuring high-quality meal presentation. Created daily Soup and Sandwich Combo specials, enhancing menu variety and customer satisfaction. Opened kitchen each morning and initiated food preparations, streamlining operations for a successful service.
- Worked seasonally from spring to fall, providing support during peak operational months.
Prep Cook
The Promenade
11.2009 - 03.2011
- Prepared food for a variety of dishes throughout the day, including meals for breakfast and lunch menus, ensuring compliance with strict guidelines for special diets.
- (seniors' suites, retirement residence, luxury condo)
Education
Diploma - Hotel and Restaurant Management
Algonquin College
Ottawa, Ontario04-2007
Skills
- 24 years of cooking experience Breakfast, lunch and dinner
- Menu development
- Food safety protocols
- Effective training
- Team collaboration
- Excellent at problem solving
- Great time management
Timeline
Line Cook
The Royal Oak
01.2017 - Current
Line Cook
Delicious Steakhouse
05.2015 - 12.2016
Line Cook
Jonny Canuck's Bar and Grill
12.2012 - 10.2014
Line Cook
Montana's Cookhouse
12.2011 - 12.2012
Prep Cook
The Promenade
11.2009 - 03.2011
Line Cook
Camelot Golf & Country Club
06.2008 - 11.2008
Diploma - Hotel and Restaurant Management
Algonquin College