JAYSON LAPAT
Toronto,ON
Summary
Dedicated and dependable Personal Support worker with PSW education and hands-on training in basic personal care, safety, mobility support, and client dignity. Brings 10 years of professional kitchen, chef experience. Developing strong teamwork, time management, organization, food safety, and ability to stay calm and effective in busy environment.
Overview
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1
Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Line Cook
Cactus Club Cafe
03.2024 - 07.2026
- Maintained strict quality control over food presentation, portion sizes, line temperatures, and waste reduction.
- Conducted pre-shift line checks, managed station restocking, and strictly enforced kitchen health and safety guidelines.
Private PSW
Shabnam Family
02.2026 - 06.2026
- Cognitive Support & Reminders: Provided patient, daily guidance and verbal reminders for medication, personal hygiene, and scheduled daily activities.
- Companionship & Cognitive Engagement: Engaged the client in daily activities
- Wellness & Safety Monitoring: Observed and recorded daily mood, physical stability, and cognitive shifts, ensuring a secure, hazard-free home environment to prevent wandering or falls.
- Daily Living Support: Assisted with light meal preparation, routine personal care, and mobility encouragement , independence, and overall quality of life.
Private PSW & In-Home Caregiver
Anderson Family
11.2025 - 01.2026
- Dual-Care Delivery: Provided compassionate part-time care for an elderly client requiring mobility assistance
- Health & Personal Care: Assisted with daily living activities (ADLs), including safe transfer assistance, medication reminders, meal preparation following dietary guidelines.
- Household Support & Engagement: Maintained a clean, safe, and engaging environment by organizing light housekeeping.
Line Cook
Nodo
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Assisted in training junior cooks on food preparation techniques and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely service during high-volume periods.
Jr. Sous Chef
Eataly
10.2019 - 05.2022
- Led line execution and supported daily kitchen operations in a fast-paced, high-volume Italian culinary environment.
- Trained and mentored junior line cooks on proper Italian cooking techniques, prep consistency, and station organization.
- Maintained high standards of food quality, ingredient freshness, presentation, and sanitation protocol across all shifts.
- Managed station prep lists, daily food inventory levels, and food waste reduction strategies.
Kitchen Line Cook
Rahi
09.2017 - 10.2019
- Cooked and plated menu items accurately and efficiently on a busy line.
- Managed station setup, prep work, ingredient portioning, and inventory restock.
- Maintained clean, organized work areas and strictly adhered to food safety guidelines.
Kitchen Helper
Kabayan
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Sanitation & Equipment Maintenance: Operated high-volume industrial dishwashers
- Food Preparation & Kitchen Support: Prepared key ingredients for Filipino dishes—including washing, peeling, and cutting vegetables, marinating meats, and portioning ingredients—to assist line cooks during busy shifts.
Education
Vocational Diploma - Personal Health Worker
Tricare Academy
Toronto, ON06-2026
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Wesleyan University
Cabanatuan City06-2011
Skills
- Patient Care Expertise
- Time Management
- Empathy and Compassion
- Effective Communication
- Healthcare Procedures
- Basic Life Support
- Mobility Assistance
Certification
- Safe and Food Handling Certification
- Falls Prevention Training
- Gentle Persuasive Approaches (GPA)
- Palliative Care Certification
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- Standard First Aid & CPR/AED (Level C)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
Timeline
Private PSW
Shabnam Family
02.2026 - 06.2026
Private PSW & In-Home Caregiver
Anderson Family
11.2025 - 01.2026
Lead Line Cook
Cactus Club Cafe
03.2024 - 07.2026
Line Cook
Nodo
08.2023 - 03.2024
Jr. Sous Chef
Eataly
10.2019 - 05.2022
Kitchen Line Cook
Rahi
09.2017 - 10.2019
Kitchen Helper
Kabayan
08.2016 - 05.2017
Vocational Diploma - Personal Health Worker
Tricare Academy
Bachelor of Science - Electrical, Electronics And Communications Engineering
Wesleyan University