Hilal Ahmad Popal
Mississauga,ON
Summary
Accomplished culinary professional with expertise in menu development at L’Afghan Grill. Demonstrated creativity and motivational skills, mentoring junior cooks and enhancing kitchen efficiency. Proficient in meat processing and inventory management from Kabul Farms, ensuring compliance with health standards. Excel in communication and task delegation, driving team success and innovation.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
L’Afghan Grill
Mississauga, ON
01.2023 - 09.2025
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen space, adhering to safety and sanitation regulations.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Mentored junior cooks in refining culinary skills through hands-on guidance.
- Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
Butcher
Kabul Farms
Mississauga, ON
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Operated meat processing equipment to ensure quality and safety standards.
- Assisted in inventory management, maintaining stock levels of various meats.
- Learned proper cutting techniques to prepare a variety of meat products.
- Ensured compliance with health regulations during meat preparation and handling.
Cashier
Pizza Pizza
Mississauga, ON
01.2020 - 12.2021
- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained accurate cash register balances and resolved discrepancies promptly.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing inquiries and resolving issues effectively.
- Assisted in training new team members on operational procedures and best practices.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance store layout for improved customer experience.
Education
T.L. Kennedy Secondary School
Mississauga, ONSkills
- Self-awareness
- Motivational skills
- Task delegation
- Creativity enhancement
- Good Communication skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Persian
Native or Bilingual
Certification
• G drivers License
Timeline
Cook
L’Afghan Grill
01.2023 - 09.2025
Butcher
Kabul Farms
01.2022 - 12.2022
Cashier
Pizza Pizza
01.2020 - 12.2021
T.L. Kennedy Secondary School