Devante Reid
Mississauga
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with experience at Cecchini Group and a strong commitment to safety and teamwork. Proven ability to enhance worksite efficiency through effective material handling and job site cleanup. Recognized for optimizing processes and maintaining high-quality standards while fostering a collaborative environment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer
Cecchini Group
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Expanded skill set through continuous learning of new techniques, tools, and equipment related to laborer tasks.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Maintained high-quality workmanship through attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
Chef
Michaels Back Door
07.2015 - 05.2023
- Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
- Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
- Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
Chef
Pickle Barrel
06.2009 - 10.2010
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Education
CCW - Construction
Liuna Apprentice Training
Markham, ON08.2023
Culinary Management - Culinary
Humber College
Toronto, None07.2014
Skills
- Willingness to learn
- Attention to detail
- Safety awareness
- Heavy lifting
- Time management
- Job site cleanup
- Punctual and reliable
- Physical strength
- Material handling
- Truck loading and unloading
- Safety procedures
- Team collaboration
- Safe vehicle operation
- Vehicle unloading and loading
- Basic carpentry
- Clean driving record
- Landscaping
- Machinery maintenance
- Trash collection
- Demolition expertise
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Laborer
Cecchini Group
08.2023 - 04.2024
Chef
Michaels Back Door
07.2015 - 05.2023
Chef
Pickle Barrel
06.2009 - 10.2010
CCW - Construction
Liuna Apprentice Training
Culinary Management - Culinary
Humber College
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