Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Dean's Lister, 2023-2024
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CARINA SALVADOR

Saskatoon,Canada

Summary

Energetic and creative with passion for culinary arts, combining foundational culinary techniques with dedication to learning and growth. Possesses knowledge in food safety and sanitation, coupled with basic knife skills and recipe understanding. Ready to contribute to creating memorable dining experiences.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

All Rounder

Arbor Villa Care Home
07.2024 - Current
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • 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.
  • Prepared diverse cuisines to meet resident's dietary needs and preferences, elevating dining experience.

Food Catering Server

PickNic's Catering
05.2024 - Current
  • Arrange linens and table settings per event theme, enhancing guest experience and satisfaction
  • Present food and beverages on buffet tables, ensuring alignment with event specifications
  • Handle food and beverage orders for up to400 guests, delivering prompt and friendly service
  • Collaborate with kitchen staff for accurate and timely delivery of menu items, ensuring smooth operations
  • Replenish condiments and supplies at tables and service bars, maintaining service quality

Baker & Cook
12.2022 - 01.2024
  • Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines
  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary
  • Minimized operational costs through careful usage of resources while maintaining product quality

Private Cook

Emocling Family
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Maintained a clean and organized kitchen workspace, adhering to strict sanitation guidelines and safety protocols
  • Created customized meal plans based on client dietary restrictions and preferences
  • Planned menus that incorporated healthy, fresh food sourced from local farmers and stores
  • Shopped for ingredients

Education

Diploma - Culinary Arts

Saskatchewan Polytechnic
Saskatoon, SK
08.2025

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Food Safety
  • Kitchen Safety
  • Cleanliness standards
  • Professionalism
  • Team Player
  • Adaptive
  • Creative
  • Product Wrapping
  • Packaging
  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Menu presentation
  • Detail Oriented

Certification

  • APR 2024 - Serve it Right Saskatchewan


  • APR 2024 - Food Safety Certification Program at SafeCheck


  • APR 2024 – Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System

Dean's Lister, 2023-2024

Dean's Honour List, December 2024 - Saskatchewan Polytechnic, Faculty of Business and Management (2023-2024) - Recognized for outstanding academic performance with a GPA of 85% or above, demonstrating excellence in Diploma of Culinary Arts.

LANGUAGES

English
Professional Working
Danish
Limited Working
Dutch
Limited Working

Timeline

All Rounder

Arbor Villa Care Home
07.2024 - Current

Food Catering Server

PickNic's Catering
05.2024 - Current

Baker & Cook
12.2022 - 01.2024

Private Cook

Emocling Family
01.2015 - 01.2017

Diploma - Culinary Arts

Saskatchewan Polytechnic
CARINA SALVADOR