Leon Blake
Cook
Thompson,Manitoba
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development. Creative and exceptionally well-versed in food plating and knife handling skills and techniques. Energetic professional with a flair for creativity, passion for food and exceptional cooking skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Northern Inn & Steakhouse
Thompson, MB
10.2018 - 07.2021
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Cook
Sodexo Canada
Laurie River, MB
06.2010 - 10.2018
- Ordered and received products and supplies to stock kitchen areas.
- Managed kitchen staff, supervised preparation of foods ,and explained steps for readying specialty items.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and quality.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Inspected appliances, commercial fryers, and ovens to verify proper working order.
Cook
Burntwood Hotel
Thompson, Manitoba
08.2022 - Current
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Education
High School Diploma -
Harriot Curtis Collegiate
St. Anthony 06.1990
Skills
- Proper Food Storage
- Food Plating and Presentation
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Menu Planning
- Cooking and Baking
- Dish Preparation
- Safety and Sanitation Standards
- Store Room and Walk-In Inspections
- Purchasing and Receiving
- Proper Food Temperatures
Timeline
Cook
Burntwood Hotel
08.2022 - Current
Cook
Northern Inn & Steakhouse
10.2018 - 07.2021
Cook
Sodexo Canada
06.2010 - 10.2018
High School Diploma -
Harriot Curtis Collegiate
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