Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
References
Volunteer Work
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Jesse Morrison

Summary

Dedicated team player with a strong background in fast-paced kitchen environments. Skilled in managing multiple priorities, maintaining high standards under pressure, and working collaboratively as part of a team. Experienced in following safety protocols, problem-solving on the spot, and ensuring efficiency and quality in daily tasks. Seeking to transfer these skills into a new role where attention to detail, organization, and dedication can make a positive impact.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Line Cook and Prep

28 On the Lake
03.2024 - 09.2025
  • Operated kitchen equipment and tools safely, maintaining a clean and organized workspace.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing efficiency during peak hours.
  • Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
  • Maintained consistent portion control, ensuring uniformity in presentation and reducing food waste.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Mentored junior staff members in culinary skills and techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.

Kitchen Assistant, Dish Pit & Laborer

Elk Lake Lodge
06.2023 - 03.2024
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace for fellow staff members.
  • Supported overall restaurant operations by promptly restocking clean dishes and utensils in designated areas.
  • Assisted with basic food preparation tasks as needed, helping expedite meal service for guests.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in adjusting work schedule to accommodate fluctuating business demands during peak dining hours or special events.
  • Cleaned and maintained lobbies, offices, kitchen, washrooms and other common areas.
  • Streamlined event setup processes.
  • Accounted for and reported lumber use and work progress for assigned tasks.
  • Enhanced lumber quality by employing precise cutting techniques and maintaining sharp tools.

General Laborer and Yard Maintenance

Lakeside Leisure Farm & Trailer Park
09.2021 - 10.2023
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Improved yard efficiency by organizing tools and equipment for easy access and optimal workflow.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Dug trenches, ditches and holes to allow for utility, water and sewer installation and proper foundation for structures.
  • Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
  • Operated forklifts, loaders, back hoes, boom lifts and other machinery to complete various tasks.

Education

Currently Completing Grade 11 -

Temiskaming District Secondary School
New Liskeard, ON

Skills

  • Supply Restocking
  • Customer Service
  • Safety Awareness
  • Willing To Learn
  • Attention to detail
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Reliable and trustworthy
  • Workload management
  • Yard Clean-up
  • Team collaboration
  • Pressure washing
  • Basic carpentry

Timeline

Line Cook and Prep

28 On the Lake
03.2024 - 09.2025

Kitchen Assistant, Dish Pit & Laborer

Elk Lake Lodge
06.2023 - 03.2024

General Laborer and Yard Maintenance

Lakeside Leisure Farm & Trailer Park
09.2021 - 10.2023

Currently Completing Grade 11 -

Temiskaming District Secondary School

References

Elk Lake Lodge

Cindy Moggy - Former Manager 

1-705-221-4073 (cell) 1-705-678-2248 (office)


Lakeside Leisure

Therese Pritchard - Manager

1-705-676-6179 (cell)


Temiskaming Speaker

Hannah Forget - Circulation Director

1-705-622-6157 (cell) 1-705-647-6971 ext. 227 (office)

Volunteer Work


Canteen Helper, Summer Season 2022

Interfor - Elk Lake, ON

  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
  • Served food and drinks promptly and correctly for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Managed cash register accurately, ensuring proper handling of transactions and tips.
  • Supported management by completing daily side work tasks such as restocking supplies and cleaning duties.



Newspaper Delivery, March 2024

Temiskaming Speaker - New Liskeard, ON

  • Increased customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate delivery of newspapers to subscribers.
  • Ensured proper handling of newspapers, preventing damage during transportation and delivery.
  • Navigated diverse neighborhoods and routes effectively, optimizing delivery efficiency while minimizing delays.
  • Maintained a high standard of professionalism while interacting with customers and addressing their concerns.

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