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James Joseph Buzzelli

Montreal

Summary

Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Takes pride in cleanliness, organization and efficiency. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling knowledge.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef De Partie

Hotel Monville
11.2022 - Current
  • Worked alongside the sous chef to create the current menu while managing the execution and quality standards of all aspects of the menu.
  • Oversaw all kitchen operations while establishing myself as a strong team leader.
  • Assisted in staff training, developing strong teamwork and consistency in dish preparation.
  • Took inventory and placed order through the sous chef to ensure all stock was up to date.

Line Cook

Newman Steakhouse
08.2022 - 11.2022
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Maintained smooth and timely operations in preparation and delivery of meals.

Line Cook

Momessos
10.2020 - 07.2022
  • Oversaw all food preparation for Lunch and Dinner
  • Set cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.

Line Cook

Taverne On The Square
10.2019 - 10.2020
  • Responsible for preparation and execution of salad or grill station for busy gastro-pub in westmount square.
  • Maintained consistent quality when preparing fixed menu items along with creating daily features.
  • Trimmed meats, made stocks and various sauces.
  • Collected and verified deliveries from suppliers.


Night Time Kitchen Manager

St Augustines
09.2014 - 09.2019
  • Team lead on the night shift of a popular craft beer bar with an all made in house menu.
  • Managed a team in a high volume kitchen while working main grill.
  • Ensured the standards of the company were met at all times.
  • Communicated with front of house to quickly solve order issues.

Education

Sound Engineering Degree - Sound Engineering

Recording Arts Canada
Montreal, QC
09.2010

Highschool -

Lasalle Comprehensive High School
Ville Lasalle
07.2004

Skills

  • Reliable
  • Punctual
  • Team player
  • Extremely organized
  • Good knife skills
  • Fast learner
  • Hard worker
  • Efficient worker

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working

Timeline

Chef De Partie

Hotel Monville
11.2022 - Current

Line Cook

Newman Steakhouse
08.2022 - 11.2022

Line Cook

Momessos
10.2020 - 07.2022

Line Cook

Taverne On The Square
10.2019 - 10.2020

Night Time Kitchen Manager

St Augustines
09.2014 - 09.2019

Sound Engineering Degree - Sound Engineering

Recording Arts Canada

Highschool -

Lasalle Comprehensive High School
James Joseph Buzzelli