Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Affiliations
Accomplishments
References
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Declan Vinnish

Courtenay,British Columbia

Summary

Entry-level chef with hands-on kitchen experience and a strong work ethic. Currently pursuing studies at the University of Calgary, seeking summer employment to gain new skills and broaden professional horizons. Self-motivated individual committed to continuous improvement and adaptability in diverse work environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Entry Level Chef

Dockside Comox
Comox, British Columbia
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Coordinated food preparation with head chef to ensure timely service.
  • Prepared diverse dishes according to precise recipe specifications.
  • Acquired foundational cooking techniques using grill and pans.
  • Gained experience in managing high-pressure situations effectively.

Dishwasher/Garde Manger Cook

Avenue Bistro
Comox , BC
06.2022 - 04.2024
  • Same dishwashing duties as included below.
  • Assisted chef with food measurements, preparation and storage when necessary.
  • Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
  • Demonstrated knife skills while doing kitchen prep

Dishwasher

Mount Washington
Comox-Strathcona, British Columbia
12.2021 - 04.2022
  • Followed proper procedures to clean large and unwieldy kitchen supplies.
  • Loaded dirty dishes into the dishwasher racks and unloaded clean dishes from the washer onto carts or shelves.
  • Washed and sanitized sinks, trashcans and surfaces to remove excess food waste.
  • Scrubbed pots, pans and trays by hand or cleaned using industrial washing machine.

Education

Bachelor of Kinesiology - Exercise Physiology

University of Calgary
Calgary, None
04-2028

High School Diploma -

Highland Secondary
Comox, BC
06-2024

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Adaptability and quick learning
  • Strong work ethic
  • Stress management
  • Problem solving
  • People Person

Affiliations

  • Drummer and Guitarist
  • Avid Hiker/Camper
  • High Performance Volleyball Player

Accomplishments

  • 2024 Highland Secondary Athlete of the Year
  • 2024 Highland Secondary Top Athletic Leader
  • Recipient of the Sharon Blacklock Memorial Bursary
  • Recipient of the Ministry of Education District Authority Scholarship

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Entry Level Chef

Dockside Comox
05.2024 - 08.2024

Dishwasher/Garde Manger Cook

Avenue Bistro
06.2022 - 04.2024

Dishwasher

Mount Washington
12.2021 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Kinesiology - Exercise Physiology

University of Calgary

High School Diploma -

Highland Secondary
Declan Vinnish