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Oliver Zhang

Summary

5 years of experience in high-volume food service environments, currently working as a Line Cook at Cactus Club Cafe. Certified in FoodSafe and Occupational First Aid Level  3, with paramedicine training and ongoing B.Sc. studies in Biochemistry & Molecular Biology at the University of British Columbia.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Line Cook

Cactus Club Cafe
04.2024 - Current
  • Prepared and executed high-quality dishes in a fast-paced, high-volume kitchen environment, consistently meeting timing and presentation standards.
  • Worked collaboratively with a dynamic culinary team to ensure smooth kitchen operations during peak hours.
  • Maintained strict food safety and sanitation protocols, contributed to daily prep work, and trained up to 10 new team members.
  • Adapted quickly to menu changes and seasonal offerings while upholding Cactus Club Cafe's premium dining experience.

Lead Caterer

Camp Jubilee Retreat and Conf. Centre
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Led kitchen operations over six months, overseeing inventory, menu execution, and a team of line cooks in a high-volume environment serving 250+ guests daily.

Kitchen Coordinator

Scouts Canada
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Led kitchen operations for two months, managing menus, supplies, and a dedicated kitchen serving over 50 guests daily.

Caterer

Scouts Canada
06.2022 - 08.2022
  • Over a course of 2 months, I oversaw food preparation, managed menu and supply coordination.

Caterer

Scouts Canada
06.2019 - 08.2019
  • Assisted in food preparation, cooking, and maintaining kitchen cleanliness and safety.

Education

Bachelor's of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

University of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
05.2025

College certificate - Primary Care Paramedicine

Justine Institute of British Columbia
Vancouver, BC
01.2025

Awards

Peak Performer Award, Cactus Club Cafe, 10/01/24

Most Valuable Team Member Award, Cactus Club Cafe, 12/01/24

Certification

  • Food Safe I
  • Occupational First Aid Level 3
  • WHMIS 2015
  • AODA Customer Service Standards Training

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Mandarin
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary

Timeline

Line Cook

Cactus Club Cafe
04.2024 - Current

Lead Caterer

Camp Jubilee Retreat and Conf. Centre
02.2024 - 08.2024

Kitchen Coordinator

Scouts Canada
06.2023 - 08.2023

Caterer

Scouts Canada
06.2022 - 08.2022

Caterer

Scouts Canada
06.2019 - 08.2019

College certificate - Primary Care Paramedicine

Justine Institute of British Columbia

Bachelor's of Science - Biochemistry and Molecular Biology

University of British Columbia

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