Evan Shaw
Kelowna,BC
Summary
Passionate and skilled line cook with extensive experience in food preparation, line cooking, and kitchen operations. Adept at managing high-volume kitchens, ensuring food quality and consistency, and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards. Versatile in various culinary environments, with experience in both front-of-house and back-of-house roles. Seeking a cooking position to apply my hands-on kitchen experience and contribute to a fast-paced, team-oriented kitchen.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook /Head Prep Cook
The Coastal Pub
Ingonish, NS
06.2024 - 11.2024
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Line Cook /Head Prep Cook
Escape Manor
Ottawa, ON
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Managed all aspects of food prep and line cooking for both regular service and special events.
- Worked closely with kitchen team to ensure the timely execution of high-quality dishes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, including dishwashing duties.
Line Cook / Prep Cook /Food Waiter
Belle View Restaurant
Belle Cote, NS
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Line Cook /Kitchen Prep Cook
The Markland
Dingwall, NS
04.2020 - 10.2022
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Skills
- Culinary Skills: Line cooking, prep work, food plating, event catering
- Food Safety: Knowledge of food handling, hygiene, and kitchen safety practices
- Kitchen Organization: Inventory management, mise en place, time management
- Customer Service: Waitstaff, guest interaction, positive dining experience
- Heavy Machinery: Forklift operation for food storage (certified)
Certification
- Forklift License
- WHMIS Certification (Valid until November 2026)
- Working at Heights Certificate (Valid until November 2026)
Timeline
Line Cook /Head Prep Cook
The Coastal Pub
06.2024 - 11.2024
Line Cook /Head Prep Cook
Escape Manor
10.2023 - 05.2024
Line Cook / Prep Cook /Food Waiter
Belle View Restaurant
04.2022 - 10.2022
Line Cook /Kitchen Prep Cook
The Markland
04.2020 - 10.2022