Resourceful and multi-talented professional. Well-versed in executing multiple tasks in fast-paced environments. Friendly and effective when working with a wide range of personalities. An honest and hard-working individual with a solid work ethic.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Support Worker
The Salvation Army, Gateway of Hope
09.2024 - Current
Assisting with the intake process of new residents and including the rules and procedures
Coordinate with staff for comprehensive support.
Assist with meal preparation and distribution.
Ensure cleanliness and safety of the facility.
Educated clients on available community resources and services for enhanced well-being.
Assisted clients with daily living activities, fostering independence and dignity.
Provided emotional support and crisis intervention to individuals facing challenges.
Maintained accurate documentation of client interactions and service delivery.
Assisted clients in accessing available resources such as housing options, financial supports, and healthcare services.
Helped clients manage and reach individual goals, supporting independent progression and social skills.
Cook
Brown Social House White Rock
11.2022 - Current
Ensure all food and other items are stored properly.
Set up the prep station each morning.
Prepare and cook a variety of vegetables.
Perform butchery and cooking for proteins.
Prepare desserts. - Make various sauces.
Place and receive food deliveries from GFS.
Complete kitchen cooling logs and various daily checklists.
Conduct daily maintenance on kitchen equipment.
Prepared and executed diverse menu items in alignment with restaurant standards.
Trained new kitchen staff on cooking techniques and operational procedures.
Monitored food quality, ensuring consistency and adherence to presentation standards.
Cook
Starling at Evergreen Cottage
03.2021 - 10.2022
- Prepare and assemble vegetables and ingredients for main dishes.
- Make desserts early for the day’s needs.
Cook large batches of meals following dietary guidelines.
Ensure meals meet residents' dietary requirements, considering their preferences and allergies.
Fill in for the food service manager during vacations.
Perform basic kitchen equipment maintenance.
Maintained high levels of food safety and sanitation throughout kitchen operations.
Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Line Cook
Eldorado
10.2018 - 11.2019
Oversees the consistency of various preparations within the cold kitchen to ensure a quality product and enhance the standard recipe
Properly label and date all products to ensure safekeeping and sanitation
Effectively communicate with other chefs and service staff to fulfill any issues or needs requested by the guest
Plan, prepare, and set up to provide quality service and products to all outlets as required by the Garde manger kitchen
Perform all other job-related duties requested by the management
Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and kitchen procedures to enhance efficiency.
Monitored cooking temperatures to ensure quality control and food safety compliance.
Education
Diploma - Culinary Arts Management
Okanagan College
Kelowna, BC
01.2023
Diploma - Hotel & Catering Management
Dynamic Institute of Management And Accountancy (DIMA)
Nairobi Kenya
12.2017
Certificate - Introduction to Accounting
MultiTech Business School
Uganda
12.2014
Certificate - Accountancy Professional
Government Technical School
Cameroon
06.2008
Skills
Self-directed and results-focused
Strong focus on workplace safety and efficiency
Effective complaint resolution
Cooking
Cleaning and organization
Food handling
Multitasking and organization
Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
Certification
Intermediate First Aid (standard) level C CPR/AED
FoodSafe Certificate
Timeline
Support Worker
The Salvation Army, Gateway of Hope
09.2024 - Current
Cook
Brown Social House White Rock
11.2022 - Current
Cook
Starling at Evergreen Cottage
03.2021 - 10.2022
Line Cook
Eldorado
10.2018 - 11.2019
Diploma - Culinary Arts Management
Okanagan College
Diploma - Hotel & Catering Management
Dynamic Institute of Management And Accountancy (DIMA)