Cole Akerele
Toronto,ON
Summary
I am a dedicated employee known for pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference. Safety-oriented professional systematic about assessing and improving worker conditions through short- and long-term monitoring strategies. Furthermore, highly analytical, observant and skilled at identifying and resolving diverse concerns. Excellent inspection and documentation skills. Hardworking and reliable with strong ability in cooking and customer service. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Gladstone Hotel
04.2023 - Current
- Prepared and cooked high-quality dishes in a fast-paced kitchen for à la carte service and large-scale catered events.
- Maintained consistency and presentation standards for breakfast, lunch, and dinner menus across multiple service types.
- Supported banquet and event operations, including weddings, corporate functions, and private parties, serving 20–100+ guests.
- Collaborated with chefs and kitchen team to coordinate timing and execution of multi-course meals during high-volume events.
- Ensured compliance with food safety, sanitation, and allergy protocols in line with local health regulations.
- Assisted with prep work, inventory rotation, and kitchen organization to optimize workflow and reduce waste.
- Adapted quickly to changing menus and event requirements, demonstrating flexibility and teamwork under pressure.
- Trained and mentored new kitchen staff on station setup, prep techniques, and safe handling practices.
Line Cook
Milestone
Toronto, ON
12.2022 - 04.2023
- Operated the sauté station in a high-volume kitchen, preparing dishes to precise timing and presentation standards.
- Executed sauté techniques with speed and accuracy during busy service hours, consistently maintaining quality under pressure.
- Prepped mise en place daily, including cutting vegetables, portioning proteins, and organizing sauces for efficient station setup.
- Maintained strict food safety and sanitation standards, ensuring a clean and organized work environment throughout service.
- Collaborated closely with expo and other line cooks to ensure timely dish execution and smooth kitchen flow.
- Managed multiple sauté pans and burners simultaneously while monitoring doneness, texture, and flavor.
Line Cook
Pizza, Wine and Disco
Toronto, ON
08.2022 - 01.2023
- Executed made-to-order pasta and sauté dishes during high-volume service with precision, speed, and consistency.
- Managed multiple sauté pans simultaneously, ensuring accurate timing and plating for hot, fresh service.
- Maintained station mise en place, including fresh herbs, stocks, aromatics, proteins, and prepped vegetables.
- Coordinated with expo and line team to deliver cohesive, well-timed courses during peak service hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety of sauté station in compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.
- Assisted with daily prep, portioning, and batch sauce production to ensure readiness for lunch and dinner shifts.
- Adapted to rotating menus and special requests, including dietary modifications (gluten-free, vegetarian, etc.).
Line Cook
Pogue Mahone
Toronto
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Health and Safety Representative
Pinks Burgers
Hamilton, ON
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Investigated workplace accidents and injuries to determine root causes.
- Implemented procedures and practices for site employees to protect workers.
- Established best practices in workplace safety and environmental quality programs with corrective action plans.
- Conducted safety meetings to improve internal safety processes.
- Inspected or evaluated workplace environments, equipment or practices to verify compliance with safety standards and government regulations.
- Trained new employees in proper safety procedures to minimize accidents with proper behaviors.
- Assessed workplace compliance with key safety standards and government regulations, initiating remediation processes to correct deficiencies.
- Recommended methods to reduce ongoing hazards with improved methods, processes and materials.
- Developed and maintained hygiene programs, including noise surveys, atmospheric monitoring and hazardous material management plans.
Kitchen Staff Member
Pinks Burgers
Hamilton, ON
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Worked as cashier taking customer orders.
- Worked at grill making burgers, fries, hot-dogs, etc.
- Gathered ingredients and cleaned and cut food items to prep recipes.
- Plated meals in appealing arrangement and placed in designated areas to deliver to patrons.
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas to conform with health codes.
- Re-stocked, organized and arranged service and food stations.
- Contributed to successful kitchen operations with smooth handling of daily checklists.
- Readied ingredients such as vegetables and garnishes for meals.
- Oversaw hiring, training and development of kitchen employees.
- Cross-trained in other kitchen positions to support team and meet customer needs.
- Followed recipes and customer requests to prepare high-quality, delicious meals.
- Monitored inventory and promptly reported food items requiring reorder.
Kitchen Staff Member
Niagara Christian Collegiate
Fort Erie, ON
09.2016 - 06.2019
- Plated completed meals in the appealing arrangements and set in designated areas for delivery to patrons.
- Cleaned and washed dishes and arranged them in the piles
- Maintained order and cleanliness of work areas in conformance with health codes.
- Monitored inventory and promptly reported items that needed to be reordered.
- Mentored new kitchen employees in the most effective cleaning and sanitation techniques.
- Regularly checked refrigerators and freezers to assess temperatures and food freshness.
- Plated completed meals in the appealing arrangement and set in designated areas for delivery to patrons.
- Removed trash and dropped food items regularly to keep workspaces neat and clean.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - International Development Studies
York University
Toronto, ON06.2024
Skills
- Team building
- Communication
- Maintenance & Repair
- Conflict resolution
- Data management
- Supervision
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Customer service
- Organization
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Relationship building
- Team management
- Planning
Languages
English
Professional Working
Affiliations
STUDENT MEMBER:NIGERIAN STUDENTS ASSOCIATION(SEPTEMBER 2019-PRESENT)
VOLUNTEER:RETIREMENT HOME HELPER(FEBRUARY 2017-JUNE 2019)
- Helped in taking care of the elderly and also with putting out their meals.
VOLUNTEER:BABYSITTER(MAY 2019-JULY 2019)
- Watched over and took care of children for a local church.
- Prepared meals for the children.
- Cleaned the kids' playroom.
Timeline
Line Cook
Gladstone Hotel
04.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Milestone
12.2022 - 04.2023
Line Cook
Pizza, Wine and Disco
08.2022 - 01.2023
Line Cook
Pogue Mahone
04.2022 - 07.2022
Health and Safety Representative
Pinks Burgers
02.2021 - 09.2021
Kitchen Staff Member
Pinks Burgers
12.2020 - 09.2021
Kitchen Staff Member
Niagara Christian Collegiate
09.2016 - 06.2019
Bachelor of Arts - International Development Studies
York University