Mark Banns
Campbell River,BC
Summary
Resourceful professional culinary expert known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in menu planning, inventory management, and meal preparation and service. Excel in time management, teamwork, and adaptability, ensuring seamless kitchen operations and consistent customer satisfaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Cook
Elements Camp Cook & Medic Services
Revelstoke, British Columbia
01.2024 - Current
- Ordered, received and stored inventory.
- Prepared meals in a fast-paced environment, working with teammates, while maintaining high morale.
- Supervised and instructed kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Camp Senior First Aider, OFA 3.
Logistics Coordinator
Department of National Defense
Victoria, British Columbia
06.2015 - 02.2018
- Managed a department of 50 people from multiple trades to ensure the unit was always operationally ready.
- Managed the purchase, movement, sorting, loading, and storage of all supplies for the unit.
- Coordinated daily logistics operations, including food provisions for extended periods.
- Managed special functions such as banquets or catering events.
Food Service Officer
Department of National Defense
Comox, British Columbia
05.2010 - 07.2015
- Managed a $2M food service budget, staff of 100.
- Oversaw all food services, staffing, menu, meal production, and service for the Canadian Forces Base, Comox.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff, providing feedback and setting goals for improvement.
- Quadra Cadet Camp contract services monitor.
Education
High School Diploma -
East Northumberland Secondary
Brighton, ON06-1983
Skills
- Kitchen management
- Food preparation
- Communication
- Diner satisfaction
Affiliations
- Outdoors, fishing, hunting
Accomplishments
- Served Prime Ministers, Presidents, and many VIP personnel.
- Received service medals for performance, operations and dedication.
- Tasked as Food Service Manager for Summer Quadra Cadet Camp.
Languages
French
Elementary
Certification
- Red Seal inter provincial Cook.
- OFA3 First Aid
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Cook
Elements Camp Cook & Medic Services
01.2024 - Current
Logistics Coordinator
Department of National Defense
06.2015 - 02.2018
Food Service Officer
Department of National Defense
05.2010 - 07.2015
High School Diploma -
East Northumberland Secondary
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