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Elizabeth Sharhan

Elizabeth Sharhan

Summary

Documented success for approximately 12 years in the hospitality industry.

Throughout my career, I have contributed to positive business results through effective organization, prioritization, and follow-through of key organizational standards.

While I am independently motivated, I appreciate collective efforts and collaborate productively within group settings. Moreover, I am competent in Delegation, Cost Conscious, Communication Skills with proficiency in customer service.

I am a Reliable individual who has extensive experience working in a multitude of environments with diverse menus. I am Punctual, Hardworking and a self-motivated individual with strong team spirit.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Cook

Compass Group
09.2021 - Current


  • Taught kitchen staff safety protocols and restaurant standards.
  • Prepare, pre-cook and/or cook food products/'mise en place' as directed while managing food expo
  • Delegated jobs within kitchen depending on Cafe traffic and employee skill.
  • Creation of special menu items with Knowledge of specialty diet restrictions
  • Work closely with restaurant managers, BOH and FOH staff to coordinate food preparation and ensure the operations of the dining facility are running smoothly.

Sous Chef

Aramark
01.2018 - 09.2021
  • Servicing corporate clientele breakfast and lunch of 500 to 700
  • Ability to float to any food stations for service, including cashier salad bar or hot service
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
  • Prioritize catering and special diets needs, keeping in mind food costs all while complying to the clients needs
  • Meet and greet guests, oversee food presentation, coordinate event and decor tasks, manage staff as well as liaising with vendors.

Head Catering Cook

Palais Royal / Pegasus / Budweiser Stage
01.2016 - 01.2018


  • Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary. Delegating tasks to appropriate staff
  • Strong organizational skills needed with multiple catering orders in a single day
  • Attend offsite events, including but not limited to food truck events, weddings, corporate functions and concert venues.
  • Followed and adjusted recipes to create healthy, flavorful meals and maximize customer satisfaction.

Cook/Key Holder

Apricot and Herbs Catering
01.2014 - 01.2016
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.

Chef/Facility Manager/Key Holder

On the Move Catering
01.2011 - 01.2014
  • Cafeteria in an office building
  • Supervised staff in day-to-day activities without supervision
  • Servicing breakfast and lunch ranging clientele of 200 to 300
  • Prepare 3 meals daily including a vegetarian dish as well as all catering
  • Ensure entire kitchen team are aware of their responsibilities in respect of health and safety in the workplace and have the minimum qualifications and training to work in a kitchen environment
  • Every part of foodservice operation, including weekly meal plans offering and reflecting customer demand and support the objectives of the contract as well as purchasing, hiring and staffing.

Certification

Food Handlers -2023

Smart Serve -2023

WSET level1 -2023

Timeline

Lead Cook

Compass Group
09.2021 - Current

Sous Chef

Aramark
01.2018 - 09.2021

Head Catering Cook

Palais Royal / Pegasus / Budweiser Stage
01.2016 - 01.2018

Cook/Key Holder

Apricot and Herbs Catering
01.2014 - 01.2016

Chef/Facility Manager/Key Holder

On the Move Catering
01.2011 - 01.2014

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