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Harvey Abuan

Calgary,Alberta

Summary

Dedicated Food & Beverage leader with over 15 years of experience with the Calgary Stampede. Throughout my career I have worked my way from Cashier, Cook, Floor Supervisor to Banquet Chef, Chef de Partie, and now Sous Chef. My experience includes leading teams, managing inventory, building schedules, training staff, supporting hiring processes, and helping execute large-scale events. I enjoy working with people, creating positive team environments, and making sure operations run smoothly while delivering a great guest experience.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Calgary Stampede
Calgary, Alberta
11.2025 - Current

• Assist in leading culinary and catering operations across multiple venues.
• Supervise, mentor, and support kitchen teams in daily operations.
• Support inventory management, ordering, and operational planning.
• Collaborate with Logistics, Event Coordinators, Front of House Supervisors, and venue leadership teams to ensure successful event execution.
• Maintain food quality, consistency, safety, and operational standards.
• Contribute to large-scale events serving thousands of guests.

• Created packing lists and buffet maps to enhance efficiency of event setup.

Chef de Partie

Calgary Stampede
Calgary, Alberta
11.2022 - 11.2025

• Managed inventory, recipes, and daily production requirements.
• Worked closely with Banquet Chefs, Sous Chefs, Logistics, Event Coordinators, FOH Supervisors, and venue leadership.
• Helped oversee operations across multiple venues during the 10-day Calgary Stampede.
• Delegated tasks, maintained standards, and ensured work was completed efficiently.
• Trained and supported new employees while promoting teamwork and accountability.

Banquet Chef

Calgary Stampede
Calgary, Alberta
12.2017 - 11.2022

• Supported catering and banquet operations across multiple locations.
• Prepared and executed food service for events ranging from small functions to large-scale Stampede operations.
• Assisted with inventory management,
• Created order guides to improve organization and consistency.
• Maintained food quality, presentation, and service standards.

Floor Supervisor/Station Supervisor

Calgary Stampede
Calgary, Alberta
06.2011 - 12.2017

• Supervised staff and daily operations in high-volume environments.
• Managed inventory counts and reviewed reports.
• Assisted with training new employees.
• Helped resolve customer concerns while maintaining service standards.
• Supported operations during busy events and peak periods.

Education

Professional Cooking Diploma

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
Calgary, AB
06-2016

Skills

Team Leadership
Catering & Event Operations
Staff Training & Development
Inventory & Ordering
Food & Beverage Operations
Multi-Venue Operations
Problem Solving
Customer Service
Event Coordination
Communication
Food Safety & Quality Standards

Buffet & Packing List Designing

Timeline

Sous Chef

Calgary Stampede
11.2025 - Current

Chef de Partie

Calgary Stampede
11.2022 - 11.2025

Banquet Chef

Calgary Stampede
12.2017 - 11.2022

Floor Supervisor/Station Supervisor

Calgary Stampede
06.2011 - 12.2017

Professional Cooking Diploma

Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT)
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