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Eric Gotscozik

Toronto

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Sababa Restaurant, excelling in team leadership and innovative menu development. Proven expertise in food safety and inventory management, contributing to increased guest satisfaction and successful catering events. Adept at mentoring staff and enhancing kitchen operations, ensuring high-quality food preparation and service.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sous Chef

Sababa Restaurant
11.2018 - Current
  • Assisted in food preparation and ingredient sourcing for daily menu offerings.
  • Maintained kitchen cleanliness and adhered to food safety standards.
  • Managed inventory levels by assisting with stock rotation and ordering supplies.
  • Adapted quickly to changing kitchen environments and tasks as needed.
  • Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
  • Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
  • Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.

Junior Sous Chef

Sababa Restaurant
09.2014 - 11.2018
  • Collaborated with front-of-house staff to streamline service flow and enhance customer experience.
  • Monitored food quality during preparation, maintaining consistency with restaurant standards and recipes.
  • Coordinated special events catering, tailoring menus to meet diverse client needs and preferences.
  • Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
  • Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
  • Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations, minimizing risks in food handling procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts

George Brown College
Toronto, None
06-2015

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Kitchen leadership
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Butchery skills
  • Knife skills
  • Safety management
  • Cooking techniques ( Grilling, Saute, Baking,)
  • Kitchen management
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Plating
  • Kitchen equipment operation

Languages

English
Full Professional

Certification

servsafe food protection manager


Smartserve


Timeline

Sous Chef

Sababa Restaurant
11.2018 - Current

Junior Sous Chef

Sababa Restaurant
09.2014 - 11.2018

Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts

George Brown College

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