Kirstin Simpson
The Bakery Spruce View
Red Deer,AB
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Language
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Certification
15
years of professional experience
Dynamic Chef Manager with a proven track record at Bridges Community Living, adept at enhancing menu offerings and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations. Skilled in team management and culinary expertise, I successfully reduced waste while improving resident satisfaction through innovative meal planning and effective staff training.
Work History
Manager
8 Months- Supported daily bakery operations to maintain product quality and service standards.
- Coordinated staff schedules, task assignments, and coverage during peak business periods.
- Tracked inventory levels, ordered supplies, and reduced waste through careful stock control.
- Trained team members on food safety, sanitation, and production procedures.
- Reviewed sales trends and production needs to align baking output with demand.
- Conducted market research to identify customer needs and adjusted product offerings accordingly, increasing customer satisfaction.
Chef Manager
5 Years 8 Months- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring meal service met resident dietary needs and safety standards.
- Coordinated food preparation, portioning, and presentation for consistent quality across daily service.
- Trained culinary staff on sanitation procedures, recipe execution, and efficient workflow practices.
- Managed inventory, ordering, and storage to maintain ingredient availability and reduce waste.
- Collaborated with care teams to accommodate special diets, allergies, and texture-modified meals.
- Monitored compliance with food safety regulations, cleaning schedules, and temperature control requirements.
- Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Continuously updated knowledge of industry trends and incorporated innovative concepts into menu offerings, keeping clients engaged over time.
Executive Chef
8 Years 10 Months- Directed kitchen operations, ensuring consistent food quality and timely service across busy grill service.
- Developed seasonal menus aligned with bar and grill concept, guest preferences, and kitchen capabilities.
- Supervised culinary staff, assigning stations and reinforcing prep, plating, and sanitation standards.
- Managed inventory, ordering, and vendor coordination to maintain stock and reduce waste.
- Monitored food costs and portion control to support profitability and menu consistency.
- Collaborated with management on specials, event menus, and guest feedback improvements.
- Conducted regular evaluations of kitchen equipment and appliances, ensuring proper maintenance and timely replacement to maintain optimal operational efficiency.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating competitive prices on ingredients and supplies.
- Created visually appealing plate presentations, enhancing the overall dining experience for patrons.
Education
Journeyman Chef
Skills
Food safety
Food safety regulations
Culinary expertise
Supply ordering
Menu planning
Recipe creation
Recruiting and hiring
Cooking skills
Food spoilage prevention
Team management
Training and mentoring
Food presentation
Cleaning and sanitation
Food trend awareness
Event planning
Equipment inspection
Coaching and mentoring
Prioritization and organization
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
Provincial Food Sanitation and Hygiene Course February 5, 2025
Basic First Aide- Level CPR Completed May 5, 2025
Mental Health Training Course 2023
WHIMIS Training-2020
Affiliations
Treasurer of CUPE 838 2021-2026
Timeline
Manager
The Bakery Spruce View
01.2026 - 09.2026Read More
Chef Manager
Bridges Community Living
05.2020 - 01.2026Read More
Executive Chef
Resolve Bar and Grill
05.2011 - 03.2020Read More
Red Deer Polytechnic
Journeyman Chef
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