Jordan Padmos

Led kitchen operations and staff management for 15 seasons.

• Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
• Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
• Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
• Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
• Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
• Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
• Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
• Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
• Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
• Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
• Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
• Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
• Recruited, interviewed and hired employees and implemented mentoring program to promote positive feedback and engagement.

• Operated Piston Bully snow cat Baldface lodge. This is one of the premier cat ski operation in BC. They have a large list of celebrities who visit the lodge annually.
• Engaged with guests while loading skis and snowboards onto the snowcat.
• Safely transported equipment and personnel on mountain terrain using specialized snow vehicles.
• Improved overall efficiency of snowcat fleet by conducting routine maintenance checks and identifying necessary repairs.
• Increased employee knowledge of snowcat operation by providing training and guidance to new operators as needed.