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Evan Verchère-Glover

Langley,BC

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr Sous Chef - Takeout Kitchen Lead

Cactus Club Cafe Langley
04.2021 - Current
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Created work back schedule for open of The Ghost Kitchen.

- Staffing levels

- Dual business cohesion

  • Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
  • Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
  • Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to obtain quality recipe ingredients while adhering to company budgets.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques. (FOH and BOH)
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Work closely with Doordash and support Dashers satisfaction.

Sr Sous Chef

Cactus Club Cafe Byrne Road
11.2018 - 04.2021
  • Promoted to Sr Sous Chef
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
  • Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards. (BOH Covid Ambassador)
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.

Sous Chef - Opening Trainer

Cactus Club Cafe Sherway Gardens
10.2018 - 11.2018
  • Flown to Toronto to open Flagship location to train staff.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.

Sous Chef

Cactus Club Cafe North Burnaby
09.2017 - 10.2018
  • Managed BOH team as acting Chef during Downtown Toronto open. I maintained business during Head Chef absence.
  • Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Arranged for kitchen equipment maintenance and repair when needed.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.

Sous Chef

Cactus Club Cafe English Bay
01.2016 - 09.2017
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
  • Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels. (Celebration of Lights)
  • Led daily staff meetings to communicate expectations and review safety procedures.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.

Sous Chef - Opening Trainer

Cactus Club Cafe Coal Harbour
03.2013 - 01.2016
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
  • Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels. (YPO, Canada Day, Olympic Torch events, Womens Fifa, Christmas Market)
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.

Jr Sous Chef - Opening Trainer

Cactus Club Cafe English Bay
03.2012 - 03.2013
  • Led team by example in preparing items accurately and according to high-quality standards.
  • Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
  • Monitored recipe portioning to control food costs.
  • Ordered food items for upcoming events per sous chef request.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Successfully completed kitchen product inventory as assigned.
  • Planned menus and services for restaurant and off-site events. (Celebration of Lights)
  • Assisted sous chef with weekly schedule drafts for 40+ kitchen staff.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Led daily staff meetings to communicate expectations and review safety procedures.

Jr Sous Chef

Cactus Club Cafe Bentall 5
02.2009 - 03.2012
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Led team by example in preparing items accurately and according to high-quality standards.
  • Oversaw cleanliness of each station in kitchen.
  • Ordered food items for upcoming events per sous chef request.
  • Managed team alongside Sous Chefs through Olympics and various events
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Successfully completed kitchen product inventory as assigned.

Line Cook / Prep Cook - Jr Sous Chef

Cactus Club Cafe Yaletown
10.2007 - 02.2009
  • Line cook / Prep Cook
  • Promoted to Jr Sous Chef within first 3 months
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Managed inventory and ordered food and supplies to maintain adequate stock.

Education

Culinary Arts And Restaurant Ownership

The Art Institute of Vancouver - Dubrulle
Vancouver, BC

Skills

  • Restaurant Operation
  • Process Improvement
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Operational Reports
  • Hiring, Training and Development
  • Inventory Management
  • Purchasing Management
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Hiring, Training and Development
  • Scheduling

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sr Sous Chef - Takeout Kitchen Lead

Cactus Club Cafe Langley
04.2021 - Current

Sr Sous Chef

Cactus Club Cafe Byrne Road
11.2018 - 04.2021

Sous Chef - Opening Trainer

Cactus Club Cafe Sherway Gardens
10.2018 - 11.2018

Sous Chef

Cactus Club Cafe North Burnaby
09.2017 - 10.2018

Sous Chef

Cactus Club Cafe English Bay
01.2016 - 09.2017

Sous Chef - Opening Trainer

Cactus Club Cafe Coal Harbour
03.2013 - 01.2016

Jr Sous Chef - Opening Trainer

Cactus Club Cafe English Bay
03.2012 - 03.2013

Jr Sous Chef

Cactus Club Cafe Bentall 5
02.2009 - 03.2012

Line Cook / Prep Cook - Jr Sous Chef

Cactus Club Cafe Yaletown
10.2007 - 02.2009

Culinary Arts And Restaurant Ownership

The Art Institute of Vancouver - Dubrulle
Evan Verchère-Glover