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Maiia Chotu

Winnipeg,Манитоба

Summary

Diligent Cook possessing excellent cooking skills and strong knowledge of food safety. Proficient in maintaining well-stocked, organized and clean kitchen areas to maximize productivity. Dedicated team player with punctual nature and open communication style dedicated to working hard.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Cook

Сafe "Rilax"
02.2010 - 07.2019
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
  • Developed relationships with local suppliers to obtain freshest ingredients available.

Cook

Cafe "Kozak"
05.2008 - 01.2010
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
  • Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.

Assistant Cook

Cafe MALVA
07.2006 - 04.2008
  • Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
  • Portioned meals according to recipe specifications, limiting kitchen waste.
  • Prepped ingredients using blenders, mixers and slicers to achieve recipe requirements.

Education

High School Diploma -

Vocational And Technical Education Center №1
Ukraine. City Of Vinnitsa
03.2001

Skills

  • Attentive to Detail
  • Food Plating and Presentation
  • Guest Satisfaction
  • Hot and Cold Foods
  • Cleaning and Organization
  • Chef Assistance

Timeline

Cook

Сafe "Rilax"
02.2010 - 07.2019

Cook

Cafe "Kozak"
05.2008 - 01.2010

Assistant Cook

Cafe MALVA
07.2006 - 04.2008

High School Diploma -

Vocational And Technical Education Center №1
Maiia Chotu