Eldon Dennis
Brampton,ON
Summary
Well-rounded Chef offering 7+ years of comprehensive experience consistently preparing exceptional menu items to garner customer praise. Well-versed in creating new, seasonal menus and maintaining smooth and timely kitchen operations. Committed to delivering first-rate dining experience to guests. Dedicated Chef skilled in menu creation and modification, cook and assistant supervision and cost control. Creative and artistic professional with 7 years of hands-on experience preparing meals for customers in fast-paced restaurant. Advanced knowledge of pastry, culinary and baking techniques.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Moxies Grill & Bar
Brampton
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Reviewed operational records to determine amount of food used in order to maintain appropriate inventory levels.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
Pre Chef and Line Chef
truckers marketplace buffet restaurant
Toronto
07.2015 - 12.2019
- Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
Head Chef
black river hospital
Santa Cruz, ON
02.2012 - 10.2015
- Organized kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations during peak service hours.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding hygiene and sanitation practices.
- Supervised the preparation of meals according to customer orders in a timely manner.
- Created weekly work schedules for kitchen personnel based on anticipated business volume.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
- Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
Education
High School Diploma -
St Elizabeth Technical High School
90 Main St Santa Cruz Jamaica06-2005
Skills
- Menu development
- Vendor Relations
- Regulatory Compliance
- Meal Preparation
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Chef
Moxies Grill & Bar
02.2023 - 04.2024
Pre Chef and Line Chef
truckers marketplace buffet restaurant
07.2015 - 12.2019
Head Chef
black river hospital
02.2012 - 10.2015
High School Diploma -
St Elizabeth Technical High School
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