Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Bartender

Michael Anzivino

4-70 Blake St. Barrie,ON

Summary

Punctual Chef experienced in following menus and recipes to prepare foods. Skillful in setting up and cleaning equipment for daily food preparation and receiving, stocking and ordering ingredients and kitchen supplies. Excellent multitasker recognized for supporting successful kitchen operations.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Beertown Public House
Newmarket, Ontario
02.2022 - Current
  • Trained new hires on cooking techniques and recipes for optimal performance.
  • Monitored inventory levels to maintain adequate supplies.
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items efficiently.
  • Directed kitchen staff in daily operations, ensuring adherence to sanitation and safety standards.
  • Ensured food preparation and presentation met high quality and sanitation benchmarks.
  • Implemented waste reduction strategies to enhance kitchen efficiency and minimize costs.
  • Contributed to successful execution of catered events from planning through completion.
  • Conducted line checks to verify proper food temperatures during service.

Chef

Perfect SZN/Don Cherry's Sports Bar
Barrie/Bradford, ON
03.2019 - 02.2022
  • Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing and presentation of food
  • Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
  • Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
  • Managed kitchen staff team and assigned various stages of food production.
  • Implemented surface and equipment schedules and standards to maintain clean, neat and sanitized kitchen.
  • Cleaned, sanitized and maintained food storage, preparation and serving areas.

Sauté Line Cook

Chives Bistro
Halifax, NS
05.2017 - 04.2019
  • Worked quickly to stay ahead of demanding customer loads during rush periods without sacrificing quality.
  • Followed recipes closely to prepare delicious meals in line with restaurants' reputation.
  • Used slower times to clean kitchen surfaces and equipment and restock supplies.
  • Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
  • Garnished and arranged dishes into creative presentations.
  • Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.

Education

High School Diploma -

Huron Heights Night School
Newmarket, ON
06.2006

Skills

  • Portion and cost control
  • Food preparation techniques
  • Meal preparation
  • Cleaning and sanitizing methods
  • Inventory management
  • Problem solving
  • Mentoring and coaching
  • Kitchen management

Timeline

Sous Chef

Beertown Public House
02.2022 - Current

Chef

Perfect SZN/Don Cherry's Sports Bar
03.2019 - 02.2022

Sauté Line Cook

Chives Bistro
05.2017 - 04.2019

High School Diploma -

Huron Heights Night School
Michael Anzivino