Nicholas Belanger

• Demonstrated strong work ethic and leadership potential, resulting in rapid advancement from line cook to supervisory position within six months.
• Oversaw cold station operations in a 200-cover-per-night classical Italian restaurant, ensuring efficient mise en place for plated appetizers and cold dishes.
• Coordinated with sous chef and line cooks to streamline service operations and guarantee precise ticket execution.
• Oversaw daily operations by implementing opening and closing procedures, including deep-cleaning fryers and organizing task delegation among junior staff.
• Ensured adherence to stringent food safety and quality standards to uphold guest satisfaction.

• Achieved proficiency across all 5 kitchen stations: Pantry (apps/dessert), Fry, Sandwich/Sauté, Pivot, and Grill.
• Acted as expeditor during rushes, improving communication and workflow efficiency.
• Took full ownership of kitchen closing duties, ensuring all stations were broken down, cleaned, and properly stocked.

• Managed food ordering, weekly scheduling, and inventory control during a high-volume summer period.
• Navigated operational challenges such as fluctuating inventory during "all-you-can-eat" wing nights, strengthening problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Trained new employees on kitchen protocols, enhancing team productivity and cohesion.

Opened and closed meat department; assisted customers with product selection; maintained clean and organized shelves.