Summary
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Justin White

Regina,SK

Summary

Hardworking and enthusiastic cook trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Flexible Cook willing to work weekends, holidays and evenings. Comfortable working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, independently preparing dishes and working within team of cooks. Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management and inventory control. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.

Work History

Line Cook

Bar Willow Eatery
07.2020 - 07.2023

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  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Assisted in developing new menu items to reflect restaurant's style and standards.
  • Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.
  • Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.

Line Cook

Beer Bros. Gastropub
06.2019 - 03.2020
  • Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.

Line Cook

Mr. Mikes Casual Steakhouse
05.2014 - 06.2019
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
  • Completed daily and weekly food inventory.
  • Completed Temperature checks on all refrigeration units multiple times daily to ensure product freshness.

Education

High School Diploma -

Martin Collegiate
Regina, SK
06.2001

Skills

  • Completed Food Handler Course, through Saskatchewan Health Authority
  • Completed WHIMIS
  • Kitchen Sanitization
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Cutting Techniques
  • Knife Skills
  • Team Oriented
  • Ingredients Measuring
  • Food Preparation
  • Sauce Preparation
  • Menu Planning
  • Ability to work in high stress environment

Timeline

Line Cook

Bar Willow Eatery
07.2020 - 07.2023

Line Cook

Beer Bros. Gastropub
06.2019 - 03.2020

Line Cook

Mr. Mikes Casual Steakhouse
05.2014 - 06.2019

High School Diploma -

Martin Collegiate
Justin White