Dinezan Jeevajeelan
22 Blucher Street Sault Ste. Marie,ON
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Skilled Line Cook with background in fast-paced, high-volume restaurant environments. Experience includes preparing meals to order, plating and presenting dishes, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness. Strengths encompass knowledge of food safety regulations, culinary techniques, and inventory management. Previous work has demonstrated ability to keep up with rush hours while maintaining quality control and efficiency.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Line Cook
Zacafe pizzeria and bar
Toronto, ON
02.2024 - 03.2026
- Prepared high-quality pizzas using fresh ingredients and traditional techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely food preparation and service.
Sous Chef , Head Chef
Goodfellas wood oven pizza
Mississauga, Ontario
03.2013 - 08.2022
- Prepared and cooked a variety of wood-fired pizzas and Italian dishes.
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen operations.
- Developed recipes to enhance menu offerings at the wood oven pizza restaurant.
Sous Chef
Terroni
03.2013 - 10.2013
- Assisted in menu preparation and daily food production for high-volume service.
- Collaborated with head chef to develop seasonal dishes and specials.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Managed inventory levels and assisted with ordering supplies as needed.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
Line Cook , pizza maker
Pizzeria Libretto
Toronto, Ontario
01.2012 - 03.2013
- Prepared fresh ingredients for signature pizzas and daily specials.
- Maintained clean and organized kitchen workspace throughout shifts.
- Assisted in cooking pizzas in a high-temperature wood-fired oven.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely food preparation and service.
- Followed food safety guidelines for handling and storing ingredients.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including mixers and slicers, accurately and safely.
- Communicated effectively with front-of-house staff for seamless service flow.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Education
North Albion College of Institut
Toronto, OntarioSkills
- Pizza preparation
- Kitchen sanitation
- Menu development
- Inventory management
- Food safety practices
- Team collaboration
- Customer satisfaction
- Time management
- Staff supervision
- Food presentation
- Multi-order cooking
- Workstation setup
- Food storage
- Head chef collaboration
- Quality assurance and control
- Grill operation
Trained by ROCCO AGOSTINO
- He is the pizza chef of the year in 2013
- Annex Events
Timeline
Line Cook
Zacafe pizzeria and bar
02.2024 - 03.2026
Sous Chef , Head Chef
Goodfellas wood oven pizza
03.2013 - 08.2022
Sous Chef
Terroni
03.2013 - 10.2013
Line Cook , pizza maker
Pizzeria Libretto
01.2012 - 03.2013
North Albion College of Institut