Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Superpowers.
Certification
Languages
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Baldev Raj

Fort McMurray,AB

Summary

Results-driven hospitality professional with over 9 years of experience in fast-paced environments, including restaurants, hotels, and banquets. Proven ability to lead kitchen operations, train staff, maintain compliance, and manage high-volume service. Strong background in team leadership, food safety, scheduling, and inventory control. Seeking a supervisory or management position in hospitality, customer service, or logistics, where transferable skills can improve team efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Kitchen Supervisor / Lead Line Cook

The Alley YMM
11.2022 - 06.2025
  • Supervise daily kitchen operations in a high-volume restaurant serving 200+ meals per shift
  • Monitor inventory levels, assist with ordering, and reduce waste by 15% through better tracking
  • Maintain 98% average in safety and cleanliness audits over 12+ months
  • Handled scheduling responsibilities, ensuring adequate staffing levels while minimizing labor costs.

Junior Kitchen Supervisor / Commis Chef

Hotel Sapphire
11.2021 - 09.2022
  • Supported banquet kitchen operations for large-scale events with 300+ guests
  • Assisted in leading prep teams, ensuring timely service and adherence to safety standards
  • Helped standardize prep processes, improving team efficiency and reducing prep errors
  • Recognized by leadership for consistent quality and contribution to team performance

Commis Chef – Kitchen Operations

Hotel Sapphire
11.2016 - 12.2020
  • Implemented FIFO system to improve inventory management and reduce spoilage
  • Maintained 100% compliance during kitchen inspections and audits
  • Supported seasonal hiring and mentored junior team members during festivals and holidays
  • Built strong collaboration with chefs, service team, and suppliers

Food & Kitchen Trainee

Comfort Inn
04.2016 - 11.2016
  • Demonstrated rapid learning and professionalism, leading to a full-time job offer
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while working in a fast-paced kitchen environment.
  • Supported chefs during meal preparation, ensuring timely service delivery.

Education

High School Diploma -

Institute of Hotel Management Catering

Skills

  • Team Supervision & Training
  • Kitchen & Back-of-House Operations
  • Food Safety & Hygiene
  • Inventory & Supply Management
  • Time Management & Scheduling
  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Valid Class 5 Driver’s License
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Inventory ordering
  • Relationship building
  • Allergy awareness
  • Cost control

Accomplishments

  • Successfully trained and onboarded new kitchen staff, ensuring consistent quality and food safety.
  • Supported large-scale banquet operations serving over 300+ guests, maintaining efficiency and quality.
  • Saved approximately $8,000/year by renegotiating supplier contracts and optimizing ingredient usage.

Superpowers.

Calm Under Pressure

I create a stress-free, positive work environment.

I keep things clean and safe.

Ingredient Optimization Expert

Kitchen Flow Master

Certification

  • Food Handler Certification
  • SafeCheck® Advanced Food Safety Certification
  • Class 5 Driver’s License, Alberta
  • Diploma in food production
  • ProServe

Languages

English
Hindi
Punjabi

Timeline

Kitchen Supervisor / Lead Line Cook

The Alley YMM
11.2022 - 06.2025

Junior Kitchen Supervisor / Commis Chef

Hotel Sapphire
11.2021 - 09.2022

Commis Chef – Kitchen Operations

Hotel Sapphire
11.2016 - 12.2020

Food & Kitchen Trainee

Comfort Inn
04.2016 - 11.2016

High School Diploma -

Institute of Hotel Management Catering

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