Elizabeth (Lizzy) Downes-Thom
Summary
Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating and managing in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. 8-year background in high-end restaurant industry.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Parallel Brothers Restaurant
02.2019 - Current
- Supervisor for one year prior to Sous Chef
- Managed a team of 15+ line cooks, dish washers and production team
- Monitored 2 lines, creating line protocol to streamline training, cleaning and closing routines
- Routinely produced a weekly schedule 2 weeks in advance functional to all employees preferred schedules
- Oversaw daily produce, dry-good and takeaway container ordering
- Created safety protocols, allergens book with a modifiers list for FOH team to utilize upon customer request
- Scheduled, interviewed and oversaw stages as well as new employee training
- Maintained a full fridge & created daily prep and production lists.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
Baker/ Line Cook
TBC Vegan Bakery
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Opened the bakery and prepped all baked goods for the storefront
- Prepped doughs, batters, jams and other production items as per recipes
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
Cook/Chef
Away Commissary
02.2018 - 09.2018
- One of 4 Peer-managed chefs that worked together to curate a menu and produce prep/production demand for 2 individual cafes
- Created new recipes, followed existing recipes as well as improved such recipes for future use.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Brunch Cook
Lola's Kitchen
09.2017 - 09.2018
- Headed 200+ cover brunches at a busy restaurant
- Primarily worked the egg section, simultaneously coordinating the team while finishing plating and expediting
- Prepped all brunch items and solo opened the line every weekend.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Line/ Prep Cook
Thrive Organic
02.2017 - 08.2017
- Prepped day to day produce, Production level weekly tasks, washed dishes and oversaw cleaning protocols were to standard
- Assisted in ordering fresh goods for daily use.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Ski School Instructor
Snow Valley
01.2014 - 01.2017
- CSIA certified
- Coordinated groups of 8 children within the ages of 3-5 or 8-15
- Conducted regular progress evaluations to identify areas of improvement and adjust instruction methods accordingly.
- Streamlined lesson planning process by collaborating with fellow instructors to share best practices.
- Provided constructive feedback to students in a supportive manner, promoting continuous growth and skill development.
Line Cook
Boon Burger
05.2016 - 09.2016
- Line cook, cashier and food runner for a busy & fast-paced vegan burger joint
- Prepped day to day produce, Production level weekly tasks, washed dishes and oversaw cleaning protocols were to standard.
- Upheld strict sanitation standards while preparing meals, maintaining a clean workspace free of cross-contamination risks.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
Education
Innisdale Secondary School
Barrie, OntarioBachelor of Arts -
York University
Toronto, Ontario04.2020
Skills
- Food Safety Certified
- Proficient knife skills & extensive personal knife roll
- Management skills
- Scheduling
- Ordering produce, dry good, takeaway containers, ect
- Time management
- Allergen awareness
- Strong expediting skills
- Over 8 years experience in a professional kitchen setting
- Kitchen leadership
- Inventory Management
References
References available upon request.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Sous Chef
Parallel Brothers Restaurant
02.2019 - Current
Baker/ Line Cook
TBC Vegan Bakery
11.2018 - 02.2019
Cook/Chef
Away Commissary
02.2018 - 09.2018
Brunch Cook
Lola's Kitchen
09.2017 - 09.2018
Line/ Prep Cook
Thrive Organic
02.2017 - 08.2017
Line Cook
Boon Burger
05.2016 - 09.2016
Ski School Instructor
Snow Valley
01.2014 - 01.2017
Innisdale Secondary School
Bachelor of Arts -
York University
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