Jason Nicol
Kitchen supervisor
Nepean,Canada
Summary
Proactive professional with 30 years of work experience and proven knowledge of food preparation, quality control, and catering. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill sous chef role on your team.
Experienced with team leadership and operational management. Utilizes strong organizational skills to optimize workflow and improve team efficiency.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor/line/prep
3 Brewers
12.2023 - Current
- Supervised daily operations to ensure adherence to quality standards and operational efficiency.
- Trained and mentored team members on service protocols and product knowledge.
- Implemented workflow improvements that enhanced service speed and customer satisfaction.
- Monitored inventory levels and coordinated with suppliers to maintain stock availability.
Chef
Nepean Sailing Club
09.2022 - 11.2023
- Designed and executed seasonal menus to enhance dining experiences for club members.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to health and safety regulations.
- Streamlined food preparation processes, increasing kitchen efficiency during peak hours.
- Implemented inventory management systems, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
Sous chef
Brew Table
07.2017 - 09.2022
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Developed and executed innovative menu items aligned with seasonal ingredients.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and sanitation throughout kitchen operations.
- Implemented quality control measures, ensuring consistency in food taste and presentation.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
Kitchen manager
Britalia
10.2016 - 06.2017
- Maintained high levels of cleanliness and organization within the kitchen environment.
- Performed prep work such as chopping vegetables, marinating meats and batch recipes prior to and during service hours.
- Labeled and stored raw food ingredients in appropriate storage room, walk-in refrigerator, or freezer.
- Did all ordering, inventory counts, scheduling.
- Made sure stock levels were appropriate.
- Created lists for kitchen personnel for daily food preparation tasks.
- Maintained high quality standards for food production and presentation ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Guided kitchen personnel in line cooking, food preparation and dish plating.
- Checked inventory and ordered supplies as needed.
- Oversaw the daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, recipe development and plating.
- Assisted the chef with kitchen operations and preparation.
- Checked quality of raw and cooked food products to meet standards.
- Supervised and coordinated activities of cooks and workers engaged in food preparation.
Line cook
Baton Rouge
05.2012 - 08.2015
- Trained new staff in kitchen operations, procedures and food prep standards.
- Maintained accurate inventory of all food items, supplies and equipment to ensure efficient operations.
- Promoted teamwork among employees by encouraging collaboration and offering support whenever possible.
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills in managing the daily operations of a busy kitchen environment.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, including all cooking surfaces, utensils, and equipment.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously without compromising product quality or service times.
- Adapted well under pressure in high volume environments while maintaining focus on quality execution.
Financial Planner
Clarica/Sunlife
08.2001 - 08.2011
- Built strong relationships with clients through effective communication skills.
- Developed financial plans for clients to help them achieve their long-term goals.
- Facilitated the implementation of new products or services into existing portfolios.
- Had a 50% sales rate success because I am able to communicate very well with people on their terms. I am able to take complicated issues and speak plainly on them, which people really appreciate.
- Provided ongoing support and education regarding investments, market conditions, taxes.
Education
Canadian securities Course and Personal Financial - finance
Algonquin college/Canadian securities Institute
Ottawa, Toronto03.2001
Skills
- Portion and Cost Control
- Cleaning and Sanitizing Methods
- Banquets and Catering
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Waste Control
- Training and mentoring
- Staff management
Certification
Food handling.
Timeline
Supervisor/line/prep
3 Brewers
12.2023 - Current
Chef
Nepean Sailing Club
09.2022 - 11.2023
Sous chef
Brew Table
07.2017 - 09.2022
Kitchen manager
Britalia
10.2016 - 06.2017
Line cook
Baton Rouge
05.2012 - 08.2015
Financial Planner
Clarica/Sunlife
08.2001 - 08.2011
Canadian securities Course and Personal Financial - finance
Algonquin college/Canadian securities Institute
Personal Information
Title: Chef/Sous Chef/Line Cook