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Work History
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Kawa Jaff

Summary

Experienced cook with 10+ years in the culinary industry, passionate about food and skilled in all kitchen operations. Dedicated to serving quality meals and ensuring customer satisfaction while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and efficiency under pressure.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Restoration Technician

Paul Davis
08.2020 - 11.2023
  • Cleaned and restored interiors of homes damaged by fire, water or smoke,
  • Maneuvered heavy-duty equipment to carry out moisture surveys and drying techniques.
  • Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety guidelines and protocols during restoration projects.

Lumber Yard Worker

Beaver Creek Home Centre
10.2018 - 07.2020
  • Operated heavy machinery, such as forklifts and loaders, to transport lumber safely and efficiently.
  • Lifted, moved and handled various building materials throughout yard using forklifts and pallet jacks.
  • Prepared materials for safe movement and shipment and used banding machine, clincher, stretch film, and crating.

Delivery Driver

PC West Coast Construction
06.2017 - 08.2018
  • Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
  • Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.

Small Business Owner

The Sandwich Shop
04.2012 - 03.2017
  • Business management
  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
  • Sanitized work surfaces between food preparation, avoiding cross-contamination and maintaining food safety guidelines.

Newspaper Delivery Driver

North Shore News
05.2010 - 02.2012
  • Assembled and bagged newspapers prior to delivery.
  • Delivered newspapers and flyers to about 1200 homes daily.

Cook

Oscar's Bar And Restaurant
02.2003 - 06.2009
  • Food preparation: Following recipes and preparing dishes according to established standards.
  • Kitchen organization: Keeping workstations clean and organized, and maintaining kitchen equipment.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.


General Laborer

Ardabil Pipeline
04.1999 - 07.2002
  • working in extreme weather condition
  • Operating basic tools and equipment such as shovels, rakes, tampers, and jackhammers under supervision.
  • Assisting with various tasks as needed, including site cleanup, organizing tools and equipment, and providing support to other crew members.

Education

High School Diploma -

Ahmad Khani High School
Sulaymaniyah
07.1995

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Team player
  • Positive attitude
  • Attention to detail
  • Reliable & dependable
  • Able to work varied shifts
  • Health and safety compliance
  • Problem-solving

Languages

English
Professional Working
German
Professional Working
Persian
Professional Working
Arabic
Professional Working

Certification

  • WHMIS
  • Exam-site safety assessment

Timeline

Restoration Technician

Paul Davis
08.2020 - 11.2023

Lumber Yard Worker

Beaver Creek Home Centre
10.2018 - 07.2020

Delivery Driver

PC West Coast Construction
06.2017 - 08.2018

Small Business Owner

The Sandwich Shop
04.2012 - 03.2017

Newspaper Delivery Driver

North Shore News
05.2010 - 02.2012

Cook

Oscar's Bar And Restaurant
02.2003 - 06.2009

General Laborer

Ardabil Pipeline
04.1999 - 07.2002

High School Diploma -

Ahmad Khani High School
Kawa Jaff