Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Skills And Characteristics
Languages
Timeline
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BENJAMIN VINODRAI

Etobicoke,ON

Summary

Seeking a sous chef position where I can grow and expand my skills. Showcase my love for food ultimately and achieve my goal of becoming a respected head chef. I am constantly looking to better myself and believe my organization, teamwork, motivating personality, high standards, respect for others, management and problem-solving skills will be a strong additional skill set.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior Sous Chef

Motorino Enoteca
02.2023 - Current
  • Supervise a team of twelve, performed: ordering, catering, scheduling, cost control, waste management, inventory duties
  • Daily wood oven pizza making.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Sous Chef

Ascari Catering
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Organize and execute daily deliveries to restaurants, and store fronts
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
  • Daily pasta making
  • Ordering and waste control.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.

Catering Sous Chef

Drake Catering
03.2018 - 02.2022
  • Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
  • Collaborated with Executive Chef to develop innovative recipes, maintaining highest standards of culinary excellence.
  • Supported growth of junior chefs through mentoring, sharing, knowledge, and providing constructive feedback on their work.
  • Continuously updated personal culinary knowledge and skills by attending industry seminars, workshops, and networking events.
  • Successfully executed high-profile events while adhering to tight deadlines and maintaining excellent communication with clients throughout the process.

Education

Chef Training and Culinary Management -

George Brown College
01.2007

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Networking
  • Multitasking
  • Organization
  • Public Speaking
  • Quality Assurance
  • Problem Resolution
  • MS Office
  • Analytical and Critical Thinking

Skills And Characteristics

  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Strong Knowledge of Microsoft Word
  • Natural leader and team player
  • Time management
  • High standards

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
French
Elementary

Timeline

Senior Sous Chef

Motorino Enoteca
02.2023 - Current

Sous Chef

Ascari Catering
01.2022 - 01.2023

Catering Sous Chef

Drake Catering
03.2018 - 02.2022

Chef Training and Culinary Management -

George Brown College
BENJAMIN VINODRAI