Barbara Colautti
Brampton
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic cook/chef trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
City Of Brampton
03.2014 - 02.2017
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- 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.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced [Type] environment.
- Measured and mixed ingredients according to precise recipes for best results.
- Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
- Contributed to consistent customer satisfaction rating by producing high-quality food and providing timely service.
- Prioritized and re-prioritized kitchen tasks based on fluctuating demands.
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Education
Northern Counties Certificate - Office Management
Constantine College
Middlesbrough, Yorkshire, England08.1963
Skills
- Proper Food Temperatures
- Timely Food Delivery
- Dish Preparation
- Operation and Control
- Food Handlers Certification
- New Recipe Creation
- Cooking and Baking
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Operations Management
- Attentive to Detail
- Ingredient Restocking
- Sauce Preparation
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Health Codes Understanding
- Guest Experiences
- Quality Assurance and Control
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Hot and Cold Foods
- Mixing Dishes
- Ingredient Inspection
- Hospitality Management
- Station Preparation
- Injury Avoidance
- Developing Menus
- Store Room and Walk-In Inspections
- Menu Planning
- Culinary Arts
- Guest Satisfaction
- Safe Food Handling Procedures
Additional Information
I held the position I'm seeking now for some years before shut-down for renovation. I'm a known entity and, from the response and feedback I've had from staff and customers alike whilst volunteering, I would be welcomed back as the proper cook. I was recommended to apply for this position by the cashier and the present cook who's about to leave.
I'm proud of the fact that I have come up with numerous ways to avoid food wastage, all of which have been met with strong approval. (Ask members about 'bread and butter pudding'.)
As for being appreciated as a cook, an anecdote: last week a customer sidled up to me and asked if I was going to make the soup again. I told him no, I wasn't allowed to cook as a volunteer, I've only done it when the cook wasn't in and no one was looking!
He lowered his voice. "Is anyone looking today?" he asked. (David Alfaro)
I really care about the Flower City Seniors' Centre and the people who use it, having been a member for about 17 years.
Timeline
Cook
City Of Brampton
03.2014 - 02.2017
Northern Counties Certificate - Office Management
Constantine College
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