Grant Dean
Perth,ON
Summary
Dedicated kitchen professional with extensive experience in managing kitchen responsibilities and procurement. Demonstrated success in optimizing ordering systems to reduce waste and improve service delivery. Engaged community member through participation in Perth Civitan in the 2000s.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Stone Cellar Restaurant 2019 Inc
12.2019 - 03.2025
- Streamlined menu item assembly by efficiently preparing ingredients through chopping and measuring.
- Ensured kitchen workspace remained clean and organized to enhance operational efficiency.
- Adhered to food safety regulations to guarantee compliance with hygiene standards.
- Safely utilized ovens, grills, and fryers while performing cooking tasks.
- Quickly adapted to high-pressure environments during busy service times.
- Achieved high accuracy in preparing multiple orders simultaneously during peak hours.
- Prepared cooking supplies and workstations at start and end of shifts to boost productivity.
- Executed full course meal preparation following established restaurant recipes and specifications.
Line Cook
Stone Cellar Inc
05.2008 - 12.2019
- Prepared high-quality dishes following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal service during peak hours.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations to promote safety and efficiency.
- Assisted in training new line cooks on food preparation techniques and kitchen protocols.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures to ensure food safety and quality standards were met.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
Education
No Degree - Hotel, Motel, And Restaurant Management
Algonquin College
OttawaHigh School Diploma -
PDCI
Perth, ON06.2000
Skills
- Effective time management
- Detail-oriented approach
- Dependable and motivated
- Organizational skills
- Food safety practices
- Culinary knife skills
- Professional demeanor
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
Anytime fitness member.
Timeline
Line Cook
Stone Cellar Restaurant 2019 Inc
12.2019 - 03.2025
Line Cook
Stone Cellar Inc
05.2008 - 12.2019
No Degree - Hotel, Motel, And Restaurant Management
Algonquin College
High School Diploma -
PDCI
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