Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in detail oriented and quality remote operations. Experienced with fine dining and seasonal cuisine.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Certification
Work History
Lodge Manager
Pennask Lake Fishing and Game Club
05.2022 - 10.2024
Established and maintained high standards to ensure the best possible member experience within a remote private fishing lodge
Managed budgets, inventory control, and purchasing to optimize financial performance while maintaining quality standards.
Receiving and managing the seasonal bookings of member and guests of 2400-2500 room nights. Billing and assisting the bookkeeping of revenue.
Cultivated a positive workplace atmosphere that boosted employee morale and resulted in higher retention rates among staff. Responsible for live- in accommodation and meals for 14 employees.
Executive Chef and Kitchen Manager
Pennask Lake Lodge
05.2018 - 10.2024
Creating and executing from scratch fine dining 3 course dinners for up to 33 members of a private club
Creating seasonal menus (Spring, Summer and Fall) with a local focus while sourcing local producers and the highest quality ingredients.
Providing training, recipes and execution instruction to kitchen team while listening to new ideas and encouraging creativity.
Accommodating club members with dietary restrictions, while maintaining quality of meals
Setting the standard of a clean and organized workspace, adhering to health department sanitation and safety.
Providing nourishing and cost mindful staff meals for up to 15 staff members.
Chef de Partie
RauDZ Regional Table
Kelowna
2015 - 2018
Education
Level 1& 2 - Professional Cook
Vancouver Community College
Vancouver, BC
10.2019
Professional Cook
Okanagan College
Kelowna
2018 - 2019
Certification
Food Safety Level II
First Aid Level 3 with CPR & AED
Wine and Spirit Education Certificate: Level 2
Professional Development Studies: Public Speaking Certificate 2024
Professional Development Studies: Certified Group Fitness instructor 2024