Jordan Bartholomew
Toronto,ON
Summary
Artistic head chef with strong experience in food service and hospitality. Knowledgeable in managing full-service kitchen and overseeing work of several personnel. Works well with teams and consistently exceeds expectations.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Union Social Eatery
Toronto, Ontario
10.2024 - Current
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Monitored food production to guarantee quality standards were met.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally while maintaining high standards of customer service.
- Analyzed financial data related to labor costs, inventory expenses, and menu pricing changes, making recommendations as needed.
Executive Sous Chef
The Berkeley
Toronto, Ontario
07.2022 - 11.2023
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Inspected kitchens before and after each event to ensure cleanliness was maintained throughout the duration of a function.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
Event Chef
The Food Dudes
Toronto, Ontario
07.2020 - 11.2022
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Collaborated with event planners to create custom menus tailored to clients' preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Finalized banquet configurations by conducting thorough inspections with clients prior to event start.
Sous Chef
The Guild Inn Estate
Toronto, Ontario
05.2017 - 07.2022
- Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members in an efficient manner.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
Executive Sous Chef
Adamsons BBQ
Toronto, Ontario
05.2017 - 08.2020
- Monitored temperatures of grills to ensure proper cooking times were met.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Reviewed recipes to determine exact measurements and ingredients to create dishes.
- Kept accurate records of daily orders, sales and inventory levels.
Education
Culinary Management International
Centennial College
Scarborough08-2015
Skills
- Menu design
- Dish preparation
- Signature dish creation
- Food science
- Heat control
- Forecasting and planning
- Budgeting and cost control
- Banquets and catering
Timeline
Head Chef
Union Social Eatery
10.2024 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
The Berkeley
07.2022 - 11.2023
Event Chef
The Food Dudes
07.2020 - 11.2022
Sous Chef
The Guild Inn Estate
05.2017 - 07.2022
Executive Sous Chef
Adamsons BBQ
05.2017 - 08.2020
Culinary Management International
Centennial College
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