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Lawrence Ostapiuk

Edmonton

Summary

Diligent culinary professional with proven track record in high-volume kitchen environments. Demonstrated expertise in preparing diverse culinary dishes, as well as dietary texture modifications and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Displayed proficiency in teamwork and adaptability to changing menus and customer preferences.

Overview

44
44
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook 1

Capital Care Group
02.1981 - Current
  • 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 food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
  • Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
  • Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations, maintaining record of excellence in health inspections.

Order Selector

Gordon Food Service
03.2005 - 03.2020
  • Promoted a positive working atmosphere among colleagues through effective communication, open dialogue, and mutual respect for each other''s roles within the team structure.
  • Picked and packed order items.
  • Followed orders precisely for correct items, sizes and quantities.
  • Moved merchandise using forklifts, pallet jacks and hand trucks.
  • Safely and securely loaded items to prevent damage during transport.
  • Reviewed order slips, picked products and staged merchandize to be shipped.

Education

Adult Education

University of Alberta, Continuing Education
Edmonton,
03-2000

Journeyman's Certificate - Commercial Cooking

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Edmonton,
09-1981

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Recipe development
  • Safe food handling
  • Cooking
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Recipes and menu planning

Timeline

Order Selector

Gordon Food Service
03.2005 - 03.2020

Cook 1

Capital Care Group
02.1981 - Current

Adult Education

University of Alberta, Continuing Education

Journeyman's Certificate - Commercial Cooking

Northern Alberta Institute of Technology
Lawrence Ostapiuk