Jake Pazdzierski
Calgary ,AB
Summary
Adept at leading teams and enhancing food presentation, I leveraged my knife skills and leadership qualities at Miradoro Restaurant to elevate dining experiences. I streamlined prep processes and fostered supplier relationships, ensuring top-quality ingredients and efficient service. My commitment to sanitation and teamwork consistently upheld high standards in fast-paced environments.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef / Server
Prospector Pub
04.2020 - 03.2023
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Garde Manger Cook / Grill / Pans
Miradoro Restaurant at Tinhorn Creek
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Assumed responsibility for creating visually appealing hors d''oeuvres displays during banquets or private events, enhancing overall event presentation.
- Maintained a clean and organized workstation at all times, adhering to strict sanitation protocols for safe food handling practices.
- Streamlined prep work processes for improved efficiency, reducing waste and saving time in a high-volume kitchen environment.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
Server / Cook
Sunshine Ridge Retirement Living
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Cook
Mariposa Gardens
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Education
Apprentice - Culinary Arts
SAIT
Calgary, ABHigh School Diploma -
Boundary Central Secondary School
Midway, BC06.2023
Skills
- Leadership qualities
- Knife skills
- Sanitation practices
- Food presentation
- Workstation setup
- Ingredient sourcing
- Cooking techniques
- Teamwork and collaboration
Languages
English
Timeline
Garde Manger Cook / Grill / Pans
Miradoro Restaurant at Tinhorn Creek
03.2024 - 08.2024
Cook
Mariposa Gardens
02.2024 - 08.2024
Server / Cook
Sunshine Ridge Retirement Living
10.2023 - 02.2024
Chef / Server
Prospector Pub
04.2020 - 03.2023
Apprentice - Culinary Arts
SAIT
High School Diploma -
Boundary Central Secondary School
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