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EMILIO ALTAMIRANO

Summary

Culinary professional with strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Expertise in menu development, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Known for fostering collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently achieving desired results. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and culinary innovation.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef & Assistant Manager

Catch The Fire
01.2014 - Current

Successfully meet dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.

  • Uphold stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
  • Continually improving kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
  • Monitor line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Collaborate effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
  • Boost team morale and productivity with regular training sessions on culinary techniques and customer service standards.
  • Implement food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Oversee scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.

Dietary Aide

Revera Retirement Living
01.2021 - 01.2022
  • Coordinated with other dietary aides and kitchen staff to ensure efficient workflow and timely delivery of meals, contributing to a smooth-running operation.
  • Assisted in the preparation of nutritious meals for patients with various medical conditions and dietary restrictions.
  • Ensured food safety compliance through proper storage, handling, and sanitation procedures, minimizing risk of contamination or illness.
  • Followed all food safety regulations while preparing meals for patients.
  • Supported fellow team members during peak times by assisting with tasks such as dishwashing and restocking supplies, fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Assisted dietitians in monitoring patient progress, adjusting meal plans as needed based on feedback from healthcare providers.

Chef & Assistant Manager

Tucker's Marketplace
01.2016 - 01.2020


  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service, addressing and resolving any issues promptly.

Education

Accredited Professional Nutritionist Diploma Course -

Udemy
01.2023

Food Handler Certificate - undefined

Canadian Food Safety Training
01.2025

Cook Certificate - undefined

415A-Cook Br. 2
01.2019

Plan to Protect Training - undefined

Plan To Protect School
Toronto, ON
01.2019

Baking Arts - undefined

George Brown
Toronto, ON
01.2017

Culinary Management- Chef Diploma - undefined

George Brown
Toronto, ON
01.2015

High School Diploma - undefined

St. Joan of Arc Catholic High School
Maple, ON
01.2012

Skills

  • Customer Service Excellence
  • Trabajo en equipo
  • Creatividad e innovacion
  • Liderazgo e autogestion
  • Pensamiento critico
  • Comunicacion asertiva
  • Empatia
  • Adaptabilidad
  • Atencion al detalle
  • Skilled in multicultural Cuisine
  • Technical Proficiency
  • Proficient in processing payments, cash handling
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Proficient in English and Spanish
  • WHMIS Certification
  • Food Handling Certification
  • Plan to Protect Training Certification

Certification

  • Accredited Professional Nutritionist Diploma Course, Udemy, online, 2023-01-01
  • Food Handler Certificate, Canadian Food Safety Training, 2025-01-01
  • Cook Certificate, 415A-Cook Br. 2, 2019-01-01
  • Baking Arts, George Brown, Toronto, ON, 2017-01-01
  • Culinary Management- Chef Diploma, George Brown, Toronto, ON, 2015-01-01
  • High School Diploma, St. Joan of Arc Catholic High School, Maple, ON, 2012-01-01
  • Plan to Protect Training, Plan To Protect School, Toronto, ON, 2019-01-01

Timeline

Dietary Aide

Revera Retirement Living
01.2021 - 01.2022

Chef & Assistant Manager

Tucker's Marketplace
01.2016 - 01.2020

Chef & Assistant Manager

Catch The Fire
01.2014 - Current

Food Handler Certificate - undefined

Canadian Food Safety Training

Cook Certificate - undefined

415A-Cook Br. 2

Plan to Protect Training - undefined

Plan To Protect School

Baking Arts - undefined

George Brown

Culinary Management- Chef Diploma - undefined

George Brown

High School Diploma - undefined

St. Joan of Arc Catholic High School

Accredited Professional Nutritionist Diploma Course -

Udemy
EMILIO ALTAMIRANO