Angelo Torres
Toronto,ON
Summary
Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing basic components of dishes and working within team of cooks.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Line cook
Nuna ( Kitchen+Bar)
09.2023 - Current
- Ensuring flips are done and checking labels for expiration
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Mentored junior staff members in culinary skills and techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
Line cook/prep cook
Rodney’s oyster house
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Cutting/cleaning fish
- Oyster shucking
- Catering
- Cracking lobsters/crabs.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Contributed to menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal ingredients for optimal freshness and taste.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Line cook /Prep cook
SCADDABUSH (Italian kitchen and bar)
10.2017 - 05.2018
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
Education
Diploma - Community Support Worker
Medix College
01.2017
Skills
- Ability to work well in team settings as well as independently
- Organized, punctual, and hard-working
- Good knife handling skills/sauté skills
- Highly motivated and positive attitude
- Time Management
- Shellfish and Seafood Preparation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Allergen awareness
- Professional Attitude
- Kitchen Operations
- Food spoilage prevention
Education And Achievements
- Diploma in Community Support Worker, Medix College, 2017
- Naloxone Training
- WHMIS
- Non-Violent Intervention Certification (NVCI)
- Medication Administration Training
- Trauma Certification
- Emergency First Aid and CPR C
- Food Safety Level 1 Certification
References
Reference available upon request
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Line cook
Nuna ( Kitchen+Bar)
09.2023 - Current
Line cook/prep cook
Rodney’s oyster house
06.2018 - 08.2020
Line cook /Prep cook
SCADDABUSH (Italian kitchen and bar)
10.2017 - 05.2018
Diploma - Community Support Worker
Medix College
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