Leah Knight
Moncton
Summary
I am a self taught creative street Chef. I started my culinary career as a Private Chef which eventually brought me into the industry. I have spent the last 21 years in both worlds.
I am a high-performing individual with a solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef/Manager
The United Way
Moncton, NB
06.2024 - 11.2025
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely meal preparation and service delivery.
- Developed and implemented menu plans that aligned with dietary guidelines and client preferences.
- Managed inventory control, optimizing food costs while minimizing waste through effective purchasing strategies.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on culinary techniques, safety protocols, and hygiene standards.
- 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.
Private Chef / Chef
Cabot
Inverness, NS
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Private Chef to 20 private villas responsible for preparing and cooking all private dinners in villas and other locations on property. Along with responsibilities as Chef in Cabot bar which included directing the pass, ordering and managing staff. I worked closely with my Executive Chef daily along with helping with any functions.
Chef
Doucettes
Ingonish beach, NS
12.2021 - 04.2022
- I was hired to create a new menu and kitchen.
Chef
Cabot Shores Eco Wilderness Resort
Englishtown, NS
07.2021 - 09.2021
- I was the Resort Chef cooking for guests, along with a contract for cooking for a large group of 20 staying for a 3 month period. I took care of all meals for them daily. I was responsible for all food ordering. I also did any private dinners or functions that took place on the property.
Chef
Salvation Army
Moncton, NB
07.2020 - 06.2021
- My responsibilities included cooking and prepping daily for a group of 25 which included lunch and supper meals. I took care of all food orders. Maintaining all fridges and kitchens on property.
Sous Chef
Aviener Center
Moncton, NB
08.2018 - 12.2018
- As Sous Chef, I led the VIP kitchen with a staff of 3. I created menus for special events and concerts working closely with event guests. I also worked with my Chef daily and helped manage the central kitchen with a staff of 20. Orders and managing staff along with monthly inventory were included in my responsibilities.
Chef de Cusine
Black Rabbit
Shediac, NB
05.2018 - 08.2018
- I led the kitchen in a Pop up restaurant. Directed a 6 course tasting menu with a staff of 3 in kitchen.
Hotel Desk Agent
St.James Gate
Moncton, NB
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Desk agent for a boutique hotel, catering to all guests, booking rooms, closing off room charges.
Chef
Sandbar
Shediac, NB
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Seasonal restaurant. Night kitchen manager. Directed pass, ordering and some managing of staff.
Private Chef
Lorne Albony
Lake Utopia, NB
07.2016 - 09.2016
- Private Chef contract
Chef/Owner
Green house on Main
Shediac, NB
03.2010 - 09.2014
Private Chef
Orion Seafood
Shediac, NB
04.2002 - 10.2012
- Private Chef contract
Skills
- Food safety
- Food safety regulations
- Gastronomic knowledge
- Supply ordering
- Culinary operations management
- Recruiting and hiring
- Culinary menu design
- Managing event logistics
- Kitchen operations
- Catering service coordination
- Fine-dining experience
- Safe food handling
Languages
French
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Chef/Manager
The United Way
06.2024 - 11.2025
Private Chef / Chef
Cabot
05.2022 - 08.2022
Chef
Doucettes
12.2021 - 04.2022
Chef
Cabot Shores Eco Wilderness Resort
07.2021 - 09.2021
Chef
Salvation Army
07.2020 - 06.2021
Sous Chef
Aviener Center
08.2018 - 12.2018
Chef de Cusine
Black Rabbit
05.2018 - 08.2018
Chef
Sandbar
06.2017 - 09.2017
Hotel Desk Agent
St.James Gate
01.2017 - 05.2018
Private Chef
Lorne Albony
07.2016 - 09.2016
Chef/Owner
Green house on Main
03.2010 - 09.2014
Private Chef
Orion Seafood
04.2002 - 10.2012