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Certification
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Donna Bouvier

Donna Bouvier

Morinville,AB

Summary

Over 20 years experience cooking in restaurants, bars and childcare facilities. Dedicated, work well with others and enjoy my career, keep an open mind when receiving criticism and ideas from fellow staff and others. Organized and dependable, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef/Cook

Tot Spot Academy Inc
03.2018 - 04.2024
  • Maintained well-organized kitchen.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • 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.
  • Prepared baking and meals from scratch.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies/limitations.
  • Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create flavorful dishes.
  • Regularly updated menu items based on children's tastes.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.

Chef/Cook

Glengarry Childcare Society
03.2013 - 12.2016
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Retrieved items to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using popular recipes.
  • Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints to ensure snacks and meals were served on time.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, able to prioritize meal prep accordingly.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.

Education

Culinary Arts

N.A.I.T, Edmonton, AB

Morinville Community High School, Morinville, AB

Skills

  • Knife Skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food quality
  • Kitchen Management
  • Meal Preparation
  • Effective Communications
  • Kitchen Operations
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Allergen awareness
  • Sanitation Guidelines
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Menu Planning
  • Made-to-order meals
  • Food Service Operations
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • Company quality standards
  • Pantry restocking
  • Forecasting and planning
  • Food inventories
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food Prep Planning
  • Quality Control
  • Knife Skills

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Certification

Food Safe

First Aid CPR/AED Level C

WHMIS

Level 1 in Childcare (Early Childhood Educator)

Timeline

Chef/Cook - Tot Spot Academy Inc
03.2018 - 04.2024
Chef/Cook - Glengarry Childcare Society
03.2013 - 12.2016
N.A.I.T - , Culinary Arts
Morinville Community High School - ,

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