Kirandeep Kaur
Cook/healthcare Aid
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service. Hardworking team member skilled at counting money, processing payments and building relationships. Precisely handles funds to maximize accounting accuracy and meet strict compliance standards.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Language
Work History
Cook
Hyatt Place Airport
12.2023 - Current
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Cook
Spicyroot
07.2023 - 11.2023
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Line/Prep Cook
Earls Kitchen + Bar
04.2023 - 08.2023
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Controlled food cost and waste by selecting and using correct ingredients and amounts.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
Elderly Caregiver
Gurmeet Dhah
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Helped clients with bathing, dressing and grooming to avoid skin breakdown and infections, Assisted clients with moving in and out of beds, baths, wheelchairs and automobiles, Performed household chores to promote cleanliness, safety and livability, Promoted independence to help clients accomplish basic daily living skills, Cultivated social interaction through reading, games and community activities, Cleaned and organized living spaces to provide patients with comfortable environments, Engaged with clients in conversation and activities to provide emotional support, Cooked healthy, balanced meals and provided snacks to meet the individual client dietary needs, Provided physical and emotional support to patients and families, while delivering services to patients with terminal conditions, Communicated with patients regarding present illnesses and treatment options, Helped family members provide bedside care and daily living support for loved ones, Notified nurses regarding changes in patient care plans.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Established nutritious meal plans and prepared daily offerings to meet patient dietary needs.
Line cook
Earls Kitchen+Bar
01.2022 - 03.2023
- Setting up cook stations and stocking them with the necessary prep supplies, Preparing food on the line, as needed, by cutting, mixing, and chopping, Cooking items on the line by grilling, frying, chopping, sauteing, and broiling to quality guideline and standardized recipe, Maintaining cleanliness and hygiene standards, Takes inventory counts before and after shifts, complete food inventory or storage sheets.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
Production worker
Bimbo Canada Bread Company
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Attention to detail, Assembly line skills, Communication, Material handling, Multitasking, Pallet jack operation
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Managed inventory levels and restocked supplies to keep up with high production needs.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
Assistant Baker and Cashier
Manohar Vegetarian Bakery
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Maintained an organized and clean kitchen to maximize efficiency and food safety, Decorated baked goods and designed visually appealing display of finished product, Assisted up to 30+ customers per day with a helpful attitude and positive approach.
- Operated commercial kitchen equipment and tools.
- Followed production chart to keep hot, fresh products available daily.
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
- Resolved customer concerns with positive approach and constructive strategies.
Food Packer
Maple Leaf Consumer Foods
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Wrapped and packed perishable food in boxes based on quality and quantity.
- Checked food goods for quality to remove unwanted items and pack fresh goods.
- Loaded and unloaded pallets of food to receive and ship deliveries.
- Prepared food packaging boxes by folding and taping.
Cashier
Esso Gas Station
10.2021 - 01.2022
- Make customer happy, Introduce customer with new gas price and offer, Make new accurate changes if needed
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
Chef and Cashier
Indian Tandoori, Sher-e-Punjab
06.2020 - 01.2021
- Partnered with restaurant owners to create new menu items using locally sourced ingredients, Operated tandoor along with other kitchen equipment according to instructions supplied by manufacturer, Supervised kitchen personnel and promoted pleasant working environment for all, Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared, Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Kitchen Helper and Server
Chef Of India
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared, Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods, Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions, Placed frequently used ingredients in proper storage containers and placed perishable items in refrigerator.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
Education
High School Diploma -
Niagara College
Welland, ON 05.2001 -
Skills
Cooperative and punctualundefined
Education
Niagara College, General Business, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON, Canada, 75%, Government School, Faridkot, Punjab, top 80% of class, True, True
Timeline
Cook
Hyatt Place Airport
12.2023 - Current
Cook
Spicyroot
07.2023 - 11.2023
Line/Prep Cook
Earls Kitchen + Bar
04.2023 - 08.2023
Elderly Caregiver
Gurmeet Dhah
04.2023 - 07.2023
Production worker
Bimbo Canada Bread Company
10.2022 - 01.2023
Assistant Baker and Cashier
Manohar Vegetarian Bakery
08.2022 - 10.2022
Food Packer
Maple Leaf Consumer Foods
01.2022 - 03.2022
Line cook
Earls Kitchen+Bar
01.2022 - 03.2023
Cashier
Esso Gas Station
10.2021 - 01.2022
Chef and Cashier
Indian Tandoori, Sher-e-Punjab
06.2020 - 01.2021
Kitchen Helper and Server
Chef Of India
01.2019 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Niagara College
05.2001 -
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