Nathan Pedersen
Summary
Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. Two-year background in high-end restaurant industry.
Volunteer coach with the Calgary Bantam football association, spending time developing youth sports. Dedicated professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
The Rec Room
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Reduced staff turnover rates through effective communication skills, creating a supportive work atmosphere for all team members.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards. Improved Steri-tech health inspection scores by 11%
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Took part in hiring processes and developed and maintained the weekly schedule for 40+ staff
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met. All budgets for quarter and year met for 2023
Crew Leader
Wills And Sons Painting
06.2014 - 03.2022
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and promptly addressing potential hazards.
- Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Developed and implemented process improvements to increase productivity.
- Handled employee scheduling, balancing workload while accommodating individual preferences and availability.
- Managed resources efficiently, ordering supplies as needed and keeping track of inventory levels.
- Communicated effectively with upper management, team members, and customers to keep everyone informed.
- Monitored team members to verify work quality and address concerns.
Education
LPN Certificate - Nursing
Bow Valley College
Calgary, ABHigh School Diploma -
Notre Dame High School
Calgary, AB06.2018
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Delegating Work
- Cost Control
- Prioritization and Organization
- Decision-Making
- Vendor Relations
- Team Leadership
- Staff Scheduling
- Quality Assurance
- Food Handler Certification
- Special Events
Accomplishments
- Increased productivity by revamping workflow and restructuring line.
- Managed 40 kitchen staff in restaurant with 200-seat capacity.
- Promoted to sous chef in only 6 months.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Certification
Food Handling Safety
Level C CPR/AED
BLS
Timeline
Sous Chef
The Rec Room
01.2022 - 05.2024
Crew Leader
Wills And Sons Painting
06.2014 - 03.2022
LPN Certificate - Nursing
Bow Valley College
High School Diploma -
Notre Dame High School
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