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Joel Castro

Calgary,AB

Summary

Passionate culinary professional known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in menu planning, food safety compliance, and inventory management. Excel in fast-paced environments using strong problem-solving, communication, and teamwork abilities to deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

LINE COOK

EL FURNITURE
Stephen Avenue SE, Calgary
04.2023 - Current
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.

COOK

Z CREW CAFE
12 Avenue SE Calgary, AB
09.2019 - 11.2022
  • Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.

COOK

OEB BREAKFAST COMPANY
Downtown Calgary, AB
07.2017 - 07.2019
  • Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
  • Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
  • Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.

COOK

CORA'S BREAKFAST and LUNCH
Downtown Calgary, AB
07.2015 - 06.2017
  • Checked completed orders for correct quantity and quality.
  • Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
  • Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.

LINE COOK

PHIL'S RESTAURANT
17 Avenue SE Calgary, AB
12.2013 - 06.2015
  • Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
  • Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.

Education

BS Biology

Far Eastern University
Manila, PHilippines
03-1995

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Plating techniques
  • Inventory management
  • Food safety
  • Recipe execution
  • Kitchen equipment operation

Languages

English
Professional
Tagalog
Professional

Timeline

LINE COOK

EL FURNITURE
04.2023 - Current

COOK

Z CREW CAFE
09.2019 - 11.2022

COOK

OEB BREAKFAST COMPANY
07.2017 - 07.2019

COOK

CORA'S BREAKFAST and LUNCH
07.2015 - 06.2017

LINE COOK

PHIL'S RESTAURANT
12.2013 - 06.2015

BS Biology

Far Eastern University
Joel Castro