Nicholas Arkaah-Boafo
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Detail-oriented high school student with a strong background in Hospitality and Marketing. Proven ability to manage multiple tasks effectively while maintaining a positive attitude, as evidenced by commendations received during tenure as a cook at the CAA Centre. Demonstrates exceptional organization, communication, and time management skills, along with a commitment to team goals and willingness to take on additional responsibilities. Eager to contribute to organizational success through dedication and a proactive approach to learning.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef/Cook
CAA Centre
Brampton, Ontario
02.2024 - 09.2025
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
Food Distributor
School Cafateria
Brampton, Ontario
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Stored and distributed food products with care and discipline and with full attention to safety and quality standards and regulations.
- Fostered positive working relationships with people of diverse cultures and understood ethnic food groups.
- Made independent food distribution decisions in support of company policies and procedures.
- Created pricing schedules and determined discount rates.
- Assisted with sorting and organizing stockroom items.
Event Organizer
Family Events
Vaughan, Ontario
02.2019 - 05.2022
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Wrote e-mails, promoted events via social media and drafted phone scripts to recruit volunteers.
- Coordinated volunteer activities and facilitated distribution of
promotional and marketing materials. - Fostered collaborative efforts to schedule, host, and facilitate events and identify further opportunities to reach members of community.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
McMaster University
Hamilton, ON06-2028
High School Diploma -
St. Marguerite D'Youville Secondary School
Brampton, ON06.2024
Skills
- Customer Service
- Product Distribution
- Strategic Planning
- Initiative
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Accurate Cash Handling
- Adaptability
- Kitchen operations management
- Dish preparation
- Sanitation practices
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Food presentation
- Temperature control
- Staff coordination
- Frying techniques
- Grilling and deep frying skills
- Knife use
- Customer service
Accomplishments
- Receive Honor Roll, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023
- Received Excellence and Perseverance Award
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Soccer Player from 2017-2022
- Team Ontario and OPDL Development Program
- Track And Field Runner
Timeline
Chef/Cook
CAA Centre
02.2024 - 09.2025
Food Distributor
School Cafateria
01.2023 - 06.2023
Event Organizer
Family Events
02.2019 - 05.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science And Government
McMaster University
High School Diploma -
St. Marguerite D'Youville Secondary School
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