Gurleen Kaur Shergill
Calgary,AB
Summary
Proven leader in high-pressure culinary environments, I enhanced kitchen efficiency and reduced food waste by reorganizing workstations and implementing inventory tracking. Skilled in customer service and quality control, I consistently exceeded performance standards, fostering team coordination and ensuring top-notch dining experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Cactus Club Cafe
01.2023 - Current
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Assisted in training of new line cooks, ensuring they met kitchen's high standards quickly.
Line Worker/Prep Cook
Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill
05.2022 - 02.2023
- Supported head chef during high-volume periods by efficiently executing complex tasks with precision under pressure.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Boosted employee morale through positive attitude, willingness to assist others when needed.
- Increased kitchen productivity by keeping tools organized for easy access when needed.
- Assisted in training of new line cooks, ensuring they met kitchen's high standards quickly.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Assisted in inventory management by accurately tracking supplies and placing orders as needed.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
Food Service Supervisor
Wing'n It
10.2020 - 06.2022
- Monitored food quality and service levels to maximize kitchen and dining area performance.
- Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Improved efficiency of kitchen operations by reorganizing workstations for optimal productivity during peak hours.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations, maintaining a consistently clean and safe kitchen environment for staff and customers alike.
- Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper inventory tracking and storage practices.
- Enhanced overall dining experience by attentively addressing customer concerns or complaints, taking appropriate actions to rectify issues and prevent future occurrences.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Oakville, ON05.2020
Bachelor of Science - Science
Rajindra College
Bathinda, India05.2017
Skills
- Customer Service
- Time and workload Management
- Problem-Solving
- Quality Control
- Inventory Management
- Team Coordination
- Food Safety Standards
- Professional Attitude
- Multitasking
- Self Motivation
- Organizational Skills
- Leadership and Decision Making
- Excellent Communication
Languages
English
Full Professional
Punjabi
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Native or Bilingual
baking
I recently did professional Baker's baking essential course to learn some baking skills.
Timeline
Line Cook
Cactus Club Cafe
01.2023 - Current
Line Worker/Prep Cook
Shark Club Sports Bar & Grill
05.2022 - 02.2023
Food Service Supervisor
Wing'n It
10.2020 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Bachelor of Science - Science
Rajindra College
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