Pala Singh
Fort St. John,BC
Summary
Dynamic and accomplished Chef with expertise in food safety and sanitation, honed at Casa Di Amici Restaurant. Proven ability to create visually stunning dishes while training staff to excel under pressure. Adept at strategic menu planning, reducing food waste, and delivering exceptional hospitality service. Committed to maintaining high culinary standards.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
Wonowon Lodge
02.2024 - Current
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
Chef
Casa Di Amici Restaurant
03.2016 - 01.2024
- Customized meal plans for guests with dietary restrictions, ensuring welcoming and inclusive dining experience.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
Cook
Crave Restaurant and Bar
10.2010 - 02.2016
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Education
BBA -
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
Scarbrough01-2014
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Grilling techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Hospitality service expertise
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Chef
Wonowon Lodge
02.2024 - Current
Chef
Casa Di Amici Restaurant
03.2016 - 01.2024
Cook
Crave Restaurant and Bar
10.2010 - 02.2016
BBA -
Seneca College of Applied Arts And Technology
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