Hieu Trung Nguyen
Toronto,ON
Summary
Experienced culinary support professional with over 2 years in diverse restaurant environments, specializing in kitchen operations and food safety protocols. Skilled in food preparation and adept at maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization to ensure food safety and quality. Proficient in managing kitchen logistics and supporting culinary teams in delivering exceptional dining experiences efficiently. Demonstrates strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively with diverse teams. Committed to excellence in customer service and time management, with foundational expertise in Food Safety and Handling.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook
East Izakaya
St. Catharines, ON
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Maintained a clean and organized work area, including all cooking surfaces, utensils, and equipment
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously without compromising product quality or service times
- Worked with other members of the kitchen staff to ensure efficient service
- Stocked and maintained prep stations to reduce wait times and shortages
- Opened or closed kitchen as dictated by department scheduling
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and efficiently during peak hours of operation
- Practiced safe food handling procedures in accordance with local health regulations.
Food Runner
Gyubee
Mississauga
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained speed of service for food orders while minimizing errors and complaints
- Delivered correct food items to tables according to order documentation
- Garnished dishes and quickly delivered items to customers, minimizing wait times
- Cleared tables immediately after guests left in preparation for the next party
- Assisted with moving tables, chairs, and other restaurant service equipment within dining rooms
- Provided respectful and courteous bussing services while operating within active dining rooms
- Reset used tables within prescribed timeframes to expedite turnover and increase available dining room space
- Performed pre-bussing duties such as vacuuming surrounding floors and removing large waste.
Restaurant Busser
Gyubee
Mississauga
07.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained speed of service for food orders while minimizing errors and complaints
- Delivered correct food items to tables according to order documentation
- Garnished dishes and quickly delivered items to customers, minimizing wait times
- Cleared tables immediately after guests left in preparation for the next party
- Assisted with moving tables, chairs, and other restaurant service equipment within dining rooms
- Provided respectful and courteous bussing services while operating within active dining rooms
- Reset used tables within prescribed timeframes to expedite turnover and increase available dining room space
- Performed pre-bussing duties such as vacuuming surrounding floors and removing large waste.
Education
Diploma - Baking and Pastry
Niagara College
08.2023
Culinary Management
George Brown College
Toronto, ONCoursework - Culinary Skills
Niagara College On The Lake
Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Effective Multitasking
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Operations
- Ingredient Preparation
- Food Storage Procedures
- Professional Attitude
- Kitchen Sanitization
- Food Preparation
- Knife Skills
Certification
Smart Serve
Nutrition Literacy Certificate
Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED level C
Sanitation
Timeline
Line Cook
East Izakaya
09.2022 - 09.2023
Food Runner
Gyubee
07.2021 - 01.2022
Restaurant Busser
Gyubee
07.2021 - 01.2022
Diploma - Baking and Pastry
Niagara College
Culinary Management
George Brown College
Coursework - Culinary Skills
Niagara College On The Lake
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