Asoka Jayawardana Muhandiramlage
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Creative cook with extensive experience in high-volume restaurant environments. Outstanding management skills with strong knowledge of food safety and sanitation practices. Efficient and committed to delivering excellent customer service. Meticulous individual skilled in different cooking techniques with good understanding of food safety standards. Flexible with stamina to work in fast-paced environment.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Warehouse Worker
Jude Movers
12.2023 - Current
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Labeled and accurately moved customer orders to meet shipment timetables and minimize errors.
- Performed routine maintenance checks on warehouse equipment to ensure optimal functionality at all times.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Collaborated with various departments to manage timely delivery of orders and avoid delays.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 30-35kg pounds
Production Supervisor
Richill Chemical Lanka( Pvt) Ltd.
01.2010 - 12.2023
- Finished goods packaging/ labeling/ marketing and storage accordingly with production team
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
- Collaborated with management and engineering teams to develop and implement innovative strategies for maximizing production efficiency without compromising quality standards.
- Managed budgetary constraints effectively by controlling labor costs, optimizing resource utilization, and making strategic spending decisions.
- Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Achieved on-time shipments goal by empowering employees to continued success.
- Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
- Managed inventory levels effectively to ensure availability of raw materials and minimize stock discrepancies.
- Planned, organized and monitored resources to deliver efficient use of labor, equipment and materials.
- Managed team of 50 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards
Cook
Bogenvillya Ayurved Hotel
01.2006 - 01.2010
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- 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.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Collaborated with the management team to develop new menu items based on customer feedback and preferences.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
Assistant Cook
Hotel Triton Hotel
01.2001 - 01.2006
- Developed innovative, creative menu items and recipes.
- Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Worked on salads, desserts and meat preparation to increase kitchen speed.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Distributed food during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
Assistant Cook
Hotel Salzburg
12.1996 - 02.1999
- Maintained proper food safety practices, ensuring a healthy and safe dining environment for guests.
- Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
- Plated and garnished dishes for uniform presentation standards.
- Portioned meals according to recipe specifications, limiting kitchen waste.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kirillawala Central College
Sri Lanka , Colombo06.1995
Skills
- Customer Service
- Contract Management
- Project Management
- Organizational Management
- Executive Leadership
- Operational Oversight
- Customer Relations
- Operational Leadership
- Full G License Driver
- Languages: English and Sri Lankan Language
- Production and processing
- Inventory Management
- Production Planning
- Waste Reduction
- Health and safety compliance
- Schedule Management
- Production targets
- Safe Food Handling
- Food trends awareness
- Sanitation Practices
- Cleaning and sanitation
- Nutrition understanding
- Workplace Safety
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Warehouse Worker
Jude Movers
12.2023 - Current
Production Supervisor
Richill Chemical Lanka( Pvt) Ltd.
01.2010 - 12.2023
Cook
Bogenvillya Ayurved Hotel
01.2006 - 01.2010
Assistant Cook
Hotel Triton Hotel
01.2001 - 01.2006
Assistant Cook
Hotel Salzburg
12.1996 - 02.1999
High School Diploma -
Kirillawala Central College
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