Jonathan Tavares
Summary
- Organized and dependable individual successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team and company goals. Fast learner and adaptable to any work environment. Skilled in working under pressure.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Supervisor
Coop Wicked Chicken
2023.01 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Follow all Health and Safety policies and procedures.
- Adhering to all standardized recipes according with Coop specifications.
- Trained new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening to maximize productivity.
- Identified team weak points and implemented corrective actions to resolve concerns.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Monitored food preparation, production and plating for quality control.
Chef De Cuisine
Familia Fine Foods
2021.10 - 2022.10
- Prepared and created wholesome and healthy, homemade quality foods made from scratch.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Collaborated with other personnel to produce and modify menus and selections.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
- Trained new hires.
Chef/Restaurant Owner/Operator
Fork'n Tasty
2017.06 - 2021.07
- Operated a highly successful and profitable take-out and catering restaurant specializing in homestyle Italian and Portuguese cuisine.
- Started restaurant from scratch. Became a high level, award winning establishment within 3 years.
- Administered finances and led business operations, including running payroll, banking and analyzing income and expenses to maintain a cost-effective operation.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure maximum quality.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Restaurant won top awards in various food categories such as European cuisine, Gourmet Foods, Mediterranean Foods and in Take Out Delivery.
Real Estate Agent
Garry Rai and Associates
2012.03 - 2016.05
- Managed contracts, negotiations and all aspects of sales to finalize purchases and exceed customer expectations.
- Communicated with clients to understand property needs and preferences.
- Maintained connections with clients to encourage repeat business and referrals.
- Negotiated, facilitated and managed real estate transactions.
Education
Culinary Arts
Liaison College
Oakville, ON05.2017
Real Estate, Sales And Marketing
Ontario Real Estate Association
North York, ON12.2011
Travel And Tourism
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Oakville, ON04.2006
Skills
- Recipe Development
- Contamination Prevention
- Staff Recruiting and Hiring
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Employee Development
- Special Events and Catering
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Business Operations
- Safety and Risk Management
- Health Code Requirements
- Profit Optimization
- Time Management
- Strong Verbal and Written Communication
- Reliable and Responsible
Timeline
Kitchen Supervisor
Coop Wicked Chicken
2023.01 - Current
Chef De Cuisine
Familia Fine Foods
2021.10 - 2022.10
Chef/Restaurant Owner/Operator
Fork'n Tasty
2017.06 - 2021.07
Real Estate Agent
Garry Rai and Associates
2012.03 - 2016.05
Culinary Arts
Liaison College
Real Estate, Sales And Marketing
Ontario Real Estate Association
Travel And Tourism
Sheridan College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
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