CALEB SWAIN
Vancouver,BC
Summary
High-performing Chef offering 8 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Swing Sous Chef
Earls - Yaletown
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Assist Supervise kitchen staff of 20 night kitchen partner to ensure efficient food preparation and service quality.
- Maintained inventory levels, optimizing ordering processes to reduce waste.
- Trained new team members on kitchen operations and safety protocols.
Line Cook
Browns Social House
11.2020 - 12.2020
- Completed training via online to learn new kitchen system
- Prepared over 40 food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Assisted with the maintenance of back of house cleanliness standards
Swing Sous Chef
Earls - BridgePark
02.2019 - 03.2020
- Followed quality standards and procedures to minimize errors and maximize customer satisfaction.
- Assisted Head Chef with bi-monthly rollouts for our test store
- Assist the Day Sous Chef in running food production for lunch services and help prep for dinner services
- Help assist Night Sous Chef running holiday night service. Averaging over 200 covers per weekend
- Implemented quality control procedures to enhance food presentation and taste consistency.
Line Cook
Earls - Bridge Park
11.2017 - 03.2020
- Prepared food items to meet recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Completed training to learn additional techniques for making new and seasonal items.
Recruit
Earls - Bridge Park
02.2017 - 11.2017
- Assisted with the maintenance of back of house cleanliness standards
Prep Cook/Closing Kitchen Team Lead
Earls Kitchen + Bar
05.2025 - Current
- Prepared and portioned ingredients to ensure timely meal service.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.
- Assisted in menu preparation by providing input on ingredient selection.
- Collaborated with chefs to streamline food preparation processes.
- Prepared ingredients and ensured quality standards for menu items.
Food Expeditor/Server
Rivers Reach Pub
03.2024 - 11.2024
- Coordinated timely food delivery to ensure customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, ensuring guest satisfaction and repeat business.
Server
Wings
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed loyal clientele by consistently delivering outstanding service and engaging in friendly conversation.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
Professional Drummer
Terrance Richmond & Lovequest Krew
08.2016 - Current
- Collaborated with band members to create cohesive musical arrangements.
- Performed live at various venues, enhancing audience engagement through dynamic drumming techniques.
- Adapted quickly to diverse musical styles, demonstrating versatility across genres.
Education
High School Diploma -
Heritage Online Christian School
Kelowna, BC07.2017
Skills
- Team leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food presentation
- Customer service
- Mentoring and coaching
- Staff motivation
- Food safety
- Kitchen organization
- Cooking techniques
- Safe handling
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Prep Cook/Closing Kitchen Team Lead
Earls Kitchen + Bar
05.2025 - Current
Server
Wings
11.2024 - 05.2025
Food Expeditor/Server
Rivers Reach Pub
03.2024 - 11.2024
Swing Sous Chef
Earls - Yaletown
01.2021 - 08.2021
Line Cook
Browns Social House
11.2020 - 12.2020
Swing Sous Chef
Earls - BridgePark
02.2019 - 03.2020
Line Cook
Earls - Bridge Park
11.2017 - 03.2020
Recruit
Earls - Bridge Park
02.2017 - 11.2017
Professional Drummer
Terrance Richmond & Lovequest Krew
08.2016 - Current
High School Diploma -
Heritage Online Christian School