Nicholas Testani
Windsor,ON
Summary
Proven Sous Chef with a track record of supervising food prep and ensuring food safety at high-profile establishments like Vittorios. Excelled in kitchen organization and garnishing techniques, achieving significant cost savings and a reputation for excellence. Skilled in allergen awareness and kitchen equipment operation, demonstrating a keen eye for detail and strong leadership abilities. Gifted Sous Chef with undeniable talents in developing menus to draw in clientele. Passionate individual creating healthy dishes made with locally grown ingredients. Ready for new challenge.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Vittorios
06.2022 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
Sous Chef
Armandos
02.2017 - 06.2022
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Line Cook
Tommy's BBQ
08.2015 - 02.2017
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Demonstrated proficiency in using various kitchen equipment safely for efficient food preparation.
- Improved kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep tasks and effectively organizing workstations.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Education
High School Diploma -
Holy Names Catholic High School
Windsor, ON06.2019
Skills
- Supervising Food Prep
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Organization
- Garnishing Techniques
- Safe Food Handling
- Sanitation Procedures
- Allergen awareness
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Detail Oriented
- Knife Skills
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Affiliations
- Ontario Apprenticeship Program
Certification
Basic Food Safety Certificate
Timeline
Sous Chef
Vittorios
06.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
Armandos
02.2017 - 06.2022
Line Cook
Tommy's BBQ
08.2015 - 02.2017
High School Diploma -
Holy Names Catholic High School
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