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Hoang Vu

Vancouver,BC

Summary

Experienced Line Cook and Prep Cook with a passion for helping others and a high-energy approach to kitchen operations. Known for quickly mastering new recipes and techniques, ensuring efficient and smooth kitchen operations. Proven ability to work effectively under pressure in fast-paced environments while maintaining high standards of quality and cleanliness. Eager to contribute culinary skills and positive attitude to a dynamic kitchen team.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Prep Cook and Line Cook

Milestones Grill and Bar
Calgary, AB
02.2024 - Current
  • Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
  • Measured ingredients accurately using measuring cups and spoons.
  • Monitored inventory levels of all kitchen items and placed orders when needed.
  • Heated sauces, soups and gravies according to specified methods.
  • Stocked kitchen with necessary supplies, including food items and utensils.
  • Cooked meats, fish, poultry or other foods using various methods such as baking, frying or grilling.
  • Cleaned and sanitized work areas and equipment to ensure food safety standards.
  • Seasoned cooked dishes properly before serving them.
  • Trained new employees on proper techniques of preparing meals safely.
  • Organized and labeled stock of ingredients to maintain needed inventory levels.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
  • Received and stored food and supplies.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.
  • Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.

Line Cook

Do Chay
Vancouver, BC
08.2022 - Current
  • Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
  • Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
  • Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
  • Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
  • Reviewed recipes to determine exact measurements and ingredients to create dishes.
  • Restocked food items throughout shift to prepare necessary ingredients for cooking and timely service.
  • Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces and salads.
  • Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
  • Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
  • Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
  • Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
  • Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
  • Tracked inventory levels of all products used in the kitchen on a daily basis.
  • Sanitized workstation at end of shift to minimize risk of salmonella and other food-borne illnesses.

Mover

Jacky Pham
Vancouver, BC
07.2018 - Current
  • Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
  • Followed customer instructions about placement of items and special considerations for handling.
  • Lifted heavy objects using correct lifting techniques to avoid injury.
  • Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
  • Performed routine maintenance checks on moving equipment such as dollies, hand trucks and straps before each move.

Prep Cook

Sai Gon Ivy
Vancouver, BC
09.2018 - 12.2021
  • Prepared ingredients for use in cooking, such as washing, peeling, cutting and slicing vegetables.
  • Seasoned cooked dishes properly before serving them.
  • Prepped vegetables and ingredients by washing, chopping and dicing.
  • Kept the kitchen area clean at all times during shifts.
  • Helped train and develop new talent.

Education

Culinary Arts

Vancouver Community College
Vancouver, BC
07-2021

Skills

  • Food Presentation
  • Ingredient Preparation
  • Line Management
  • Kitchen Sanitation
  • Head Chef Collaboration
  • Sauce preparation
  • Recipe reading
  • Temperature Monitoring
  • Knife Skills
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Recipe preparation
  • Portion Control

Certification

  • Food Safe Level 1

Websites

Timeline

Prep Cook and Line Cook

Milestones Grill and Bar
02.2024 - Current

Line Cook

Do Chay
08.2022 - Current

Prep Cook

Sai Gon Ivy
09.2018 - 12.2021

Mover

Jacky Pham
07.2018 - Current

Culinary Arts

Vancouver Community College

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