Dominic Hartford
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with a proven track record at Boston Pizza, where I led the preparation of 200+ heart-shaped pizzas in a single day, showcasing exceptional cooking and multitasking skills. Excelled in enhancing customer satisfaction through outstanding service and culinary excellence. Demonstrated strong leadership and organization, significantly reducing food waste and improving safety standards.
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation, and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Boston Pizza
07.2023 - 11.2024
- Engaged with corporate training manual to ensure quality and precision in all recipes
- Prepared diverse menu items by following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Cooked meals to meet customer dietary preferences and special requests.
- Monitored food safety standards to uphold health regulations.
- Cleaned and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Managed kitchen inventory for optimal stock levels and reduced waste.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Piloted the back line during pizza rush on valentines. I made 200+ heart shaped pizzas that day!
Closer Shift Lead
Rec Room
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Enhanced guest experiences through open communication with front-of-house staff about menu items and dietary accommodations when needed.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper storage techniques and utilizing leftovers in inventive ways.
- Contributed to the success of special events by working closely with event planners on menu development, ingredient sourcing, and meal execution.
- Collaborated with other cooks and kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during busy shifts.
- Prepared high-quality meals for large groups of customers in a timely manner, reducing wait times and increasing customer satisfaction.
- Received positive feedback from customers for consistently delivering delicious meals and exceptional service.
- Was always finished closing 1 hour after customers left at most. Even during the labor shortage of covid and having a skeleton crew to complete the job. This kept hours to the budget for my chefs.
Seasonal Swap Tire Technician
Kal Tire
04.2018 - 11.2019
- Rotated, mounted and balanced tires on cars, trucks, and vans.
- Replaced and repaired tires using best practices for safe vehicle maintenance.
- Dismounted, mounted, and repaired tires according to manufacturer specifications.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate tire services.
- Operated machines safely and correctly, including tire changers and wheel balancers.
- Serviced customer vehicles quickly and accurately to meet daily appointment schedules.
- Enhanced safety standards by conducting thorough inspections of tires and related components.
- Boosted productivity, performing tire repairs and replacements in a fast-paced environment.
- Handled on average 1 commercial tire change every 20 minutes i was able to do a full tire swap rims included in about 15 as it saves a couple steps.
Summer Camp Counsellor
Camp Warwa
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Encouraged participation through interactive discussions to build camper enthusiasm.
- Guided campers in developing social skills, fostering friendships and teamwork.
- Collaborated with fellow counselors by sharing ideas, improving camp experiences.
- Designed creative activities by incorporating camper interests for maximizing engagement.
- Conducted regular checks for identifying potential hazards to ensure camper safety.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Ensured camper safety by enforcing camp rules, supervising group activities, and responding promptly to incidents or concerns.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Acted as a positive role model, demonstrating strong leadership skills and exemplifying the camp's core values.
- Was responsible for the wellbeing of, and creating good memories for approx 10 children of various ages from 6 to 15 at a time. This included medications, dietary constraints, pre existing conditions, disabled care, and even occasionally first aid of said children. None of my campers ever received more than a scrape from a tumble.
Education
GED -
E4C Christian School
Edmonton, AB06-2018
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Frying
- Sanitation
Languages
English
Certification
- Ropes Course Instructor Certification – Association for Challenge Course Technology.
- Water Safety Instructor (WSI) - American Red Cross.
- OSHA Certified
- CPR/AED Certification
- Pro Tect AGLC Certification
- Sell Safe Cannabis Worker Certification
- Pro Serv Alcohol Handlers Certificate
- Reel Facts Gambling Establishment Certification
- Food Safe Training Ticket
Interests
- Cooking
- Music
- Avid Reader
- Canoeing
- Swimming
Timeline
Cook
Boston Pizza
07.2023 - 11.2024
Closer Shift Lead
Rec Room
11.2020 - 03.2022
Seasonal Swap Tire Technician
Kal Tire
04.2018 - 11.2019
Summer Camp Counsellor
Camp Warwa
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Ropes Course Instructor Certification – Association for Challenge Course Technology.
- Water Safety Instructor (WSI) - American Red Cross.
- OSHA Certified
- CPR/AED Certification
- Pro Tect AGLC Certification
- Sell Safe Cannabis Worker Certification
- Pro Serv Alcohol Handlers Certificate
- Reel Facts Gambling Establishment Certification
- Food Safe Training Ticket
GED -
E4C Christian School
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