Leah Wheeldon
Red Deer,AB
Summary
Eager Kitchen Assistant known for cleaning workstations, handling dish washing duties and monitoring inventory. Well-trained to keep kitchen well-stocked and ready for busy mealtimes. Considered motivated employee with positive attitude. Skilled Baker with exceptional knowledge of baking times, methods, temperatures and flavors. Well-versed in proper function and maintenance of bakery utensils and equipment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Assistant
PJ's Diner
Strathmore, AB
10.2023 - 04.2024
- Assisted chefs in food preparation tasks, resulting in timely meal service.
- Ensured proper storage of ingredients to maintain freshness and reduce waste.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow during peak hours.
- Received positive feedback from customers on meal presentation and taste, contributing to repeat business.
- Trained new kitchen assistants on standard operating procedures and best practices, leading to a more efficient team overall.
- Developed strong communication skills by coordinating effectively with front-of-house staff during busy shifts.
- Utilized knife skills to expertly chop, slice, and dice ingredients as needed for recipes.
- Assisted in reducing kitchen waste through careful portion control measures.
- Provided backup support to other staff members during busy periods or staff shortages.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Made food according to standard recipes with requested changes for customer satisfaction.
- Tasked with removal of garbage and refuse, mopping and sweeping floors and washing walls.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Maintained swift pace of work to meet business demands for cleaning and supplies storage.
- Followed recipes and chef instructions to prepare food correctly.
- Learned other teammates' work tasks to train as backup.
- Maintained composure and work quality while under stress.
- Loaded dishes, glasses and tableware into dishwashing machines.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Trained new staff on food preparation and safety procedures.
- Operated food slicers, grinders and chopper in accordance with safety guidelines.
Kitchen Assistant
Willowbrae Academy Royal Oak
Calgary, AB
02.2023 - 10.2023
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Tasked with removal of garbage and refuse, mopping and sweeping floors and washing walls.
- Prevented food spoilage by monitoring dates, rotating stock, and following proper storage procedures.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
- Unloaded food deliveries and stored items in proper locations for easy access.
- Followed proper handling and sanitation procedures to comply with food safety standards and protocols.
- Plated and presented food following chef requirements.
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils.
- Followed food safety practices and sanitation guidelines.
- Stocked and rotated food items according to expiration dates.
- Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Lifted and carried heavy materials.
Bakery Associate
Walmart
Olds, AB
06.2020 - 07.2020
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Arranged bakery displays to showcase baked goods, cakes, and pies to drive product sales.
- Trained new bakery staff on company policies and POS system use to maximize job satisfaction, expertise, and team performance.
- Provided superior customer service to promote guest satisfaction, brand loyalty, and consistent revenue.
- Offered immediate assistance and menu advice to guests, documented orders, and conveyed special requests to baker and assistants.
- Decorated and merchandised quality bakery goods to build business reputation and revenue base.
- Recommended new bakery items to customers based on taste preferences, building rapport and boosting sales.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Wrapped, boxed and weighed bakery department products.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
Night Baker/Mixer
Sobeys
Rocky Mountain House, AB
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks and maintain smooth running of bakery.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
- Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens, proof boxes and other equipment.
- Determined baking times for various items.
Baker/Packager
Evergreen Co-op
Rocky Mountain House, AB
04.2018 - 02.2019
- Reviewed orders by inspecting labeling, packaging, and contents.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Followed packing processes to increase speed and accuracy.
- Assembled packages according to meet specific customer requirements.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
- Managed customer service operations, including taking orders and resolving complaints.
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
- Created appealing displays to showcase products in bakery.
- Resolved customer concerns with positive approach and constructive strategies.
- Analyzed customer preferences to design and create tailored products.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
- Baked consistent quality items by accurately mixing, dividing, shaping, and proofing.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Packaged finished products for sale.
- Prepared dough for variety of pastries, cakes and breads.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens, proof boxes and other equipment.
- Decorated cakes, cupcakes and other pastries according to customer requests.
- Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
- Replenished bakery items in display cases.
- Managed display cases to verify freshness and attractiveness of products.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Determined quantity of product to prepare for next day operation by maintaining detailed production schedule.
Baker
Trochu Foods
Trochu, AB
10.2018 - 01.2019
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Packaged and labeled baked goods with accurate descriptions and ingredients.
- Managed customer service operations, including taking orders and resolving complaints.
- Created appealing displays to showcase products in bakery.
- Coordinated food deliveries to guarantee timely arrival of supplies.
- Cleaned and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
- Followed food safety standards when handling ingredients.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare products according to recipes.
- Packaged finished products for sale.
- Mixed icing and other toppings by reading recipes, scaling, and measuring ingredients and operating mixer.
- Monitored temperatures of ovens, proof boxes and other equipment.
- Replenished and rotated food items, following correct food cooling and storage procedures.
- Replenished bakery items in display cases.
- Managed display cases to verify freshness and attractiveness of products.
- Answered customer questions about products and services, helped locate merchandise, and promoted key items.
- Prepared frostings and other toppings for cakes and pastries.
- Determined baking times for various items.
Education
GED -
Academic Express
Red Deer, AB01.2016
Skills
- Safe Food Handling
- Kitchen Assistance
- Whole Grain Baking
- French Baking Techniques
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Kitchen Sanitation Management
- Customer Satisfaction
Certifications
Foodsafe
First aid and CPR training
Timeline
Kitchen Assistant
PJ's Diner
10.2023 - 04.2024
Kitchen Assistant
Willowbrae Academy Royal Oak
02.2023 - 10.2023
Bakery Associate
Walmart
06.2020 - 07.2020
Night Baker/Mixer
Sobeys
11.2019 - 02.2020
Baker
Trochu Foods
10.2018 - 01.2019
Baker/Packager
Evergreen Co-op
04.2018 - 02.2019
GED -
Academic Express