Nabila Elawar
Spruce Grove,AB
Summary
Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Cook
Boston pizza
Spruce Grove, NL
11.2022 - 10.2024
- Prep and cook lunch
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Coordinated orders to expedite food from kitchen according to cook time and delivery time.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
- Prepared variety of foods according to exact instructions and recipe specifications.
Gas Station Manager
Teddy bear’s restaurant
Alsike, Alberta
01.2015 - 07.2021
- Managing orders
- Making schedules
- Dealing with customers
- Keep everything clean and sanatize
- Assisting with stocking shelves with merchandise according to planograms or instructions from corporate headquarters.
- Supervising cashiers during their shifts to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
- Coordinating deliveries of fuel products from vendors or suppliers on a regular basis.
- Monitoring gas prices to ensure they remain competitive in the market.
- Enforcing company policies related to employee conduct or personal hygiene standards.
- Responding quickly to emergency situations involving hazardous materials or spills.
- Organizing daily staff schedules and assigning shifts.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Forecasted customer demand to set prices or credit terms for goods or services.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
- Created effective business plans to focus strategic decisions on long-term objectives.
- Implemented campaigns and promotions to help with developing goods and services.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Structured HR consulting services to support clients during organizational developments and changes.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Coordinated and directed activities of businesses or departments concerning production, pricing and sales.
- Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
- Mitigated business risks by working closely with staff members and assessing performance.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
Education
Teacher - Teaching
Teaching School
03.1981 - 06.1985
Skills
- Food safety
- Recipe execution
- Equipment operation
- Meal preparation
Timeline
Cook
Boston pizza
11.2022 - 10.2024
Gas Station Manager
Teddy bear’s restaurant
01.2015 - 07.2021
Teacher - Teaching
Teaching School
03.1981 - 06.1985