Brian Sandberg
Sherwood Park,Canada
Summary
Professional culinary expert with strong track record in preparing high-quality dishes and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Known for exceptional collaboration within team environments and adaptability to changing needs. Possesses key skills in food preparation, safety, and sanitation, along with keen sense of taste and presentation. Reliable and results-driven, consistently delivering outstanding culinary experiences.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Troika Foods
Sherwood Park, AB
05.2024 - 09.2025
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to safety and sanitation standards.
- Trained and mentored junior kitchen staff, improving team efficiency and skill levels.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, reducing waste and optimizing ingredient usage.
Prep Cook/Line Cook
Often Restaurant and Bar
Edmonton, AB
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared ingredients and maintained high standards of food safety and sanitation.
- Assisted in menu preparation, ensuring timely and accurate dish assembly.
- Operated kitchen equipment efficiently, adhering to operational guidelines.
- Collaborated with chefs to streamline workflows during busy service periods.
Lead Prep
Chop Steakhouse and Bar
Sherwood Park, AB
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Shift Leader
Blowers and Grafton
Sherwood Park, AB
09.2022 - 03.2023
- Supervised team operations, ensuring adherence to safety and quality standards.
- Trained new staff on operational procedures and customer service protocols.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints, enhancing overall satisfaction rates.
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Headquarters Restaurant & Bar
Sherwood Park, AB
09.2021 - 08.2022
- Prepared and executed diverse menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal delivery during peak service hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations adhering to food safety regulations.
Food & Beverage Server
Smitty's
Edmonton, AB, CA
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Served over 50 meals per shift
- Extensive knowledge of the menu items
- Assist customers with dietary or allergy restrictions
Kitchen Manager
Ric's Grill
Edmonton, AB, CA
01.2005 - 01.2006
- Train and direct kitchen staff/expo
- Ensure proper food handling and safety
- Quality control of food taste and presentation
Kitchen Manager
Red Robins
Calgary, AB
01.2000 - 01.2005
- Full control of timing for food
- Expedited food in a professional and timely manner
- Direct supervision of kitchen staff
Education
Secondary School -
A.L.P.S. High School
Sarnia, ONSkills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Food presentation
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 10-15 staff members.
- Created and priced out menus
- Catered many events as well as Banquets
- Efficient in making items from scratch
Languages
English - Advanced
Certification
- WHMIS Certification
- Food Safety Certification
- Food Handler Certification
- FoodSafe
- ProServe
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Cook
Troika Foods
05.2024 - 09.2025
Prep Cook/Line Cook
Often Restaurant and Bar
12.2023 - 03.2024
Lead Prep
Chop Steakhouse and Bar
04.2023 - 12.2023
Shift Leader
Blowers and Grafton
09.2022 - 03.2023
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Headquarters Restaurant & Bar
09.2021 - 08.2022
Food & Beverage Server
Smitty's
01.2006 - 01.2008
Kitchen Manager
Ric's Grill
01.2005 - 01.2006
Kitchen Manager
Red Robins
01.2000 - 01.2005
Secondary School -
A.L.P.S. High School