Mairi Macdonald
Edmonton
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record, excelling in time management and food safety. Recognized for consistently delivering high-quality dishes while maintaining a clean and organized kitchen. Adept at adapting to customer requests, enhancing guest satisfaction, and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
The Knot Pub
11.2024 - 07.2025
- Prepared ingredients according to recipes and food safety standards.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including grills and fryers, safely and efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal preparation and service.
- Monitored food quality during preparation to meet established standards.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu items and special requests from customers.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
Cook
Renegade Gas and Oil
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace and equipment.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking supplies and restocking items as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Contributed to positive guest experiences by accommodating special dietary needs and requests.
Baker
Goldfield Bakery/Evolution Camps and Catering
05.2020 - 09.2022
- Developed and refined recipes to enhance flavor and texture of baked goods.
- Operated commercial baking equipment, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Monitored quality control throughout the baking process, ensuring consistency in product standards.
- Produced consistently high-quality baked goods for customers.
- Complied with health and safety codes to protect staff and customers.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to sanitation guidelines and addressing potential hazards promptly.
Baker
Evolution Camps and Catering
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Implemented inventory management processes to reduce waste and maintain stock levels.
- Operated and maintained bakery equipment, including ovens and mixers.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently producing high-quality baked goods and maintaining a clean, organized workspace.
- Assisted in inventory management, helping maintain appropriate stock levels for essential ingredients and supplies.
- Maintained accurate inventory of baking supplies and ingredients.
- Frosted and iced cakes, cupcakes, cookies, doughnuts, sweet rolls, and coffee cakes.
- Adapted baking techniques for special dietary needs, expanding customer base to include those with dietary restrictions.
Education
Cooking Diploma - Culinary Arts
NSCC
Bridgewater, NSHigh School Diploma -
Lunenburg High School
Lunenburg, NSSkills
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
- Cleaning and organization
- Professional attitude
- Food safety knowledge
- Food safety
- Knife skills
- Following cooking methods
- Kitchen organization
- Line management
- Workload management
Languages
English
Timeline
Line Cook
The Knot Pub
11.2024 - 07.2025
Cook
Renegade Gas and Oil
12.2021 - 01.2023
Baker
Goldfield Bakery/Evolution Camps and Catering
05.2020 - 09.2022
Baker
Evolution Camps and Catering
09.2019 - 03.2020
Cooking Diploma - Culinary Arts
NSCC
High School Diploma -
Lunenburg High School
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