Desmond Landry
Clark's Harbour,NS
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience in kitchen operations and inventory management at Mom & Sons. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective menu development and waste reduction techniques. Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety compliance, ensuring high-quality service delivery and efficient workflows in fast-paced environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Labourer
AGE Lobster Inc.
Clark's Harbour, NS
10.2021 - 01.2026
- Operated and maintained various tools and equipment for efficient lobster processing.
- Assisted in sorting and packing lobsters for distribution, ensuring quality standards were met.
- Followed safety protocols and guidelines to maintain a safe working environment.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve production efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, reporting shortages timely to management for replenishment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
Cook / Manager
Mom & Sons
Barrington Passage, NS
09.2023 - 09.2025
- Supervised daily kitchen operations to ensure food quality and safety compliance.
- Developed and implemented menu items, enhancing customer satisfaction and dining experience.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through efficient stock rotation practices.
- Collaborated with suppliers to source high-quality ingredients at competitive prices.
- Streamlined kitchen workflows, increasing efficiency during peak service hours.
- Conducted regular inspections of kitchen equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and maintenance.
- Established positive relationships with staff and customers to foster a collaborative dining environment.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep processes and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Adapted cooking methods to accommodate special dietary requests without compromising dish integrity or taste.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper portion control techniques and monitoring inventory levels.
- Upheld strict food safety guidelines to minimize the risk of contamination or illness resulting from improper handling practices.
- Ensured timely preparation of dishes for large events, coordinating efforts with front-of-house staff for seamless execution.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during peak meal times.
- Consistently met budgetary goals through careful management of food costs and labor expenses.
Manager
Wheely Good Grub
Barrington Passage, NS
04.2023 - 09.2024
- Streamlined inventory management processes to enhance order fulfillment efficiency.
- Implemented cost-saving measures that reduced overhead while maintaining product quality.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Improved marketing to attract new customers and promote business.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
Sales Man/ Labourer
Island Bait
Clark's Harbour, NS
10.2012 - 05.2020
- Operated fishing equipment and tools to ensure efficient bait preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations for optimal workflow.
- Assisted in inventory management, including stocking and labeling supplies.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines consistently.
- Adapted to changing priorities while maintaining high-quality standards in tasks.
- Mitigated potential hazards with thorough site cleanup efforts at the end of each workday.
- Assisted in reducing material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling materials as needed.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Barrington Municipal High School
Barrington Passage, NS2018
Skills
- Lobster processing
- Inventory management
- Quality assurance
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Food safety standards
- Menu development
- Customer relations
- Supply chain coordination
- Waste reduction techniques
- Kitchen operations management
- Stock rotation practices
- Bait preparation
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
Lobster Buying License
Timeline
Cook / Manager
Mom & Sons
09.2023 - 09.2025
Manager
Wheely Good Grub
04.2023 - 09.2024
Labourer
AGE Lobster Inc.
10.2021 - 01.2026
Sales Man/ Labourer
Island Bait
10.2012 - 05.2020
High School Diploma -
Barrington Municipal High School