Brooke Maerz
Lacombe,AB
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Bear Hills Casino, excelling in food safety and sanitation. Proven ability to train staff under pressure while maintaining high-quality standards. Skilled in menu planning and knife techniques, with a strong focus on customer service and attention to detail. Committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Culinary professional with strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Expertise in menu development, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Known for fostering collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently achieving desired results. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and culinary innovation.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef/Shift Leader
Bear Hills Casino
08.2024 - Current
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Junior Head Chef
Chefn
03.2020 - 07.2024
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- worked overtime to make sure the closing duties were met
Kindersley Packers
Kindersley Packers
05.2018 - 03.2019
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, promoting safety and productivity.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Maintained neat and organized work area to safeguard items and comply with cleanliness standards.
- Managed workload effectively under pressure during peak periods while maintaining focus on quality control measures.
- Completed all assigned tasks promptly, adhering to strict deadlines while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
- Inspected items to identify discrepancies and damages and reported to supervisor.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily goals and meet company objectives.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to various packing procedures for different types of products, meeting specific client requirements.
- deboned, cut, sliced meat
In-Home Nanny
Chamzuk Family
01.2016 - 08.2017
- Boosted language development through reading aloud, storytelling, and engaging conversations with the children.
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing consistent and nurturing care.
- Supported families by managing household tasks such as laundry, light cleaning, and errand running.
- Fostered a safe and stimulating environment for the children, implementing age-appropriate activities.
- Maintained open communication with parents to discuss progress, challenges, and goals for the children.
- Fostered a love of learning through interactive educational activities helping children develop curiosity and critical thinking skills.
- Aided in cognitive development by incorporating educational games and activities into daily routines.
- Improved children''s social skills by organizing playdates and group outings.
- Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
- Involved children in caring for household pets and chores.
- Drove children to dance, cheer, and sports practices.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
Education
Addictions Community Counselling -
ABM College
Calgary, AB01-2024
High School Diploma -
Buck Mountain
Buck Lake Ab05-2015
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Attention to detail
- Verbal and written communication
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Recipes and menu planning
- Hospitality service expertise
- observant
- energetic
- Food plating and presentation
- Allergen awareness
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Crisis Intervention Team Training – Mental Health Associations or Local Law Enforcement Agencies.
- CPR First Aid
- Vulnerable Sector check
- Criminal record check
- ZSA suicide awareness training
- Child Civic sector check
- Power of housing
- Trauma and Crisis intervention
Timeline
Chef/Shift Leader
Bear Hills Casino
08.2024 - Current
Junior Head Chef
Chefn
03.2020 - 07.2024
Kindersley Packers
Kindersley Packers
05.2018 - 03.2019
In-Home Nanny
Chamzuk Family
01.2016 - 08.2017
Addictions Community Counselling -
ABM College
High School Diploma -
Buck Mountain
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