Daniel Zarate
Kitchen Staff
Woodbridge,ON
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Kitchen Staff Member
Queen Victoria Park
07.2023 - Current
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Maintained records of purchases using approved invoice tracking tools and conducted regular inventory counts of food, tools and supplies.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
Dish Hand
Isckon
07.2018 - 03.2023
- Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
- Efficiently loaded and unloaded dishwashers, cleaning by hand large pots or [Type] items used often by kitchen staff.
- Helped team meet expected demands by restocking work areas throughout restaurant such as server stations, salad bars, and supply cupboards.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
Kitchen Line Cook
Montanas Cookhouse BBQ & Bar
06.2014 - 01.2018
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Kitchen Prep Cook
Fresh
04.2013 - 09.2014
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business
Humber College
Toronto, ON 05.2001 -
Skills
Kitchen Station Rotation
Timeline
Kitchen Staff Member
Queen Victoria Park
07.2023 - Current
Dish Hand
Isckon
07.2018 - 03.2023
Kitchen Line Cook
Montanas Cookhouse BBQ & Bar
06.2014 - 01.2018
Kitchen Prep Cook
Fresh
04.2013 - 09.2014
Associate of Applied Science - Business
Humber College
05.2001 -