Lacey Giroux
Cook
Thorold,ON
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with experience at Chippawa Creek, excelling in food preparation and kitchen organization. Proven ability to enhance meal quality while ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Strong multitasking skills and a current food handler's certificate contribute to efficient operations and high resident satisfaction. Committed to maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
Chippawa Creek at Bella Senior Care Residence
07.2008 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines for residents' specific health needs.
- Ensured kitchen cleanliness and compliance with food safety regulations and sanitation practices.
- Managed inventory of supplies, minimizing waste through efficient stock rotation and organization.
- Collaborated with dietary staff to develop meal plans tailored to individual preferences and nutritional requirements.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and safety protocols, enhancing team productivity.
- Monitored food quality and presentation standards, ensuring a high level of satisfaction among residents.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Baker and Cashier
Tim Hortons
10.2006 - 08.2010
- Streamlined baking processes, reducing preparation time while maintaining product integrity.
- Implemented inventory management systems to minimize waste and optimize ingredient usage.
- Trained staff on equipment operation and maintenance, fostering a safe working environment.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks and maintain smooth running of bakery.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to sanitation guidelines and addressing potential hazards promptly.
Education
Cook Level 1 - Cooking
Liason College
Hamilton, ON06-2015
High School Diploma -
A. N. Myer Secondary School
Niagara Falls, ON06-1992
Skills
- Cleaning and organization
- Customer service
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Sanitation
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Sanitation practices
Certification
- currentfood handlers certifacate
- union steward
- health and saftey trained
Timeline
Cook
Chippawa Creek at Bella Senior Care Residence
07.2008 - Current
Baker and Cashier
Tim Hortons
10.2006 - 08.2010
Cook Level 1 - Cooking
Liason College
High School Diploma -
A. N. Myer Secondary School