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Pavlik Ricalde

Burnaby,BC

Summary

Accomplished Chef with Production Supervisor experience with a proven track record of 8+ years in leadership roles in various industries. Skilled in multitasking and adaptability, I excel in fast-paced environments, ensuring quality and efficiency. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude, with good decision-making and team-building abilities with a clear and open communication style. A born leader, resilient and ready to take over new challenges, working hands-on to reach company goals.



Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Supervisor

Legends Haul
10.2020 - 03.2024
  • Managed team of 10 production associates, overseeing productive production processes and meeting all deadlines regarding in-house meat products production and packaging.
  • Butchering and Sausage making experience, proficient in maintaining and safely using industrial grinders, meat stuffers and smokers.
  • Implemented cost-saving initiatives to reduce production costs while maintaining high quality standards.
  • Implemented safety protocols and conducted regular audits, achieving a reduction in workplace accidents and incidents.
  • Troubleshot equipment to reduce service calls and downtime.

Chef De Partie

Homer St. Cafe
01.2020 - 03.2020
  • Garde Manger, Entremetier, Rotisseur.

Sous Chef/Head Chef

The Loft at Earls Yaletown
06.2016 - 01.2020
  • Youngest Head Chef in company history to lead the flagship corporate catering business of Earls company-wide, contributing $3 million in annual revenue to Earls Yaletown.
  • Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment for various corporate events, longstanding contracts and weekly 250+ guest weddings.
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met. Weekly scheduling and ordering.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure while honoring a learning kitchen environment.

Line Cook

Cactus Club Cafe Kingsway
01.2015 - 04.2016
  • Mastered the entire line in 2 months, promoted to day team for lead prep set up, lunch execution and brunch experience.

Line Cook

The Poppy Residences
06.2014 - 12.2014


  • Prepared and cooked full course meals based o company recipes and sanitary standards.
  • Overseeing special meals, strict allergies and dietary restrictions for retired elderly war veterans.

Production Line Worker

Canadian Fishing Company
06.2013 - 06.2014
  • Production line worker cleaning, packing and canning seasonal Salmon and Hearring.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts

The Art Institute of Vancouver
Vancouver, Canada
09.2016

High School Diploma -

Burnaby South Secondary
Burnaby, BC
06.2015

Skills

  • Production and processing
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Schedule Management
  • Inventory Management
  • Production targets
  • Staff Supervision
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Decision-Making
  • Time Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking
  • Adaptability and Flexibility

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Production Supervisor

Legends Haul
10.2020 - 03.2024

Chef De Partie

Homer St. Cafe
01.2020 - 03.2020

Sous Chef/Head Chef

The Loft at Earls Yaletown
06.2016 - 01.2020

Line Cook

Cactus Club Cafe Kingsway
01.2015 - 04.2016

Line Cook

The Poppy Residences
06.2014 - 12.2014

Production Line Worker

Canadian Fishing Company
06.2013 - 06.2014

Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts

The Art Institute of Vancouver

High School Diploma -

Burnaby South Secondary

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