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Matthew Pelletier

Matthew Pelletier

Edmonton,Canada

Summary

• Experienced with high-pressure kitchen environments, ensuring consistency and quality in every dish. Utilizes keen eye for detail to maintain food safety and presentation standards. Track record of fostering teamwork and efficient kitchen operations, contributing to overall success.

• Professional culinary artist with proven track record in high-pressure kitchen environments. Adept at creating innovative dishes, ensuring quality, and maintaining high hygiene standards. Strong emphasis on teamwork and adaptability, consistently delivering excellent results in dynamic settings. Skilled in menu planning, inventory management, and staff training.

• Professional in concrete construction, bringing thorough knowledge of finishing techniques and tools. Strong focus on achieving high-quality results and maintaining safety standards on every project. Valued team player who adapts to changing job requirements and consistently delivers reliable outcomes.

• Skilled in surface preparation, form setting, and concrete placement, with keen eye for detail and workmanship.

• Organized and industrious OSHA-Certified Forklift Operator with 3 years of related experience.

Versatile Concrete Laborer accustomed to working in various environments and taking on multiple tasks. Exceptional work ethic, stamina and reliability. Offering 10+ years history of construction experience, excellent attendance record and reputation for reliability.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef de Partie

Lake Louise Ski Resort
07.2016 - 08.2020
  • Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Contributed to a positive kitchen atmosphere through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
  • Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
  • Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.

Tour Guide

Banff Trail Riders
05.2015 - 11.2015
  • Built personal relationships with guests to promote positive experiences.
  • Facilitated memorable experiences for diverse groups by tailoring presentations to cater to different age groups, cultural backgrounds, and language abilities.
  • Worked collaboratively with team members to develop innovative strategies for improving overall tour quality and visitor satisfaction.
  • Ensured timely departures and arrivals by strictly adhering to schedules while remaining flexible enough to accommodate unforeseen circumstances or special requests from guests.
  • Improved group safety by vigilantly monitoring tour participants and implementing strict adherence to safety guidelines.

Warehouse Worker

Lyreco
01.2013 - 03.2014
  • Forklift Experience, picking/ packing.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 100 pounds.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
  • Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.

Concrete Finisher

Tracey's Landscaping
01.2011 - 10.2013
  • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
  • Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
  • Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
  • Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.

Manager, Customer Service

Subway
01.2010 - 05.2012
  • Youngest manager in company's history within Canada, I take pride in that.
  • Resolved customer complaints while prioritizing customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Took ownership of customer issues and followed problems through to resolution.
  • Managed a team of customer service representatives, fostering a positive work environment focused on teamwork and collaboration.
  • Reduced customer complaints, proactively addressing issues and implementing effective solutions.

Education

Red Seal Certification Course - Culinary Arts

Holland College
P.E.I

High School Diploma -

Prince Andrew High School
Halifax, NS
01.2012

Skills

  • Cooking (10 years)
  • General Labour (10 years)
  • Customer Service (10 years)
  • Kitchen Management Experience
  • Food Preparation (10 years)
  • Multilingual (20 years)
  • Kitchen Experience (10 years)
  • Culinary Experience (10 years)
  • Construction (10 years)

Certification

  • Aerial Lift - Present
  • Fall Arrest - Present
  • Forklift Operator - Present
  • Bobcat Operator - Present
  • Zoom Boom - Present

Languages

English/French - Fluent
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Chef de Partie

Lake Louise Ski Resort
07.2016 - 08.2020

Tour Guide

Banff Trail Riders
05.2015 - 11.2015

Warehouse Worker

Lyreco
01.2013 - 03.2014

Concrete Finisher

Tracey's Landscaping
01.2011 - 10.2013

Manager, Customer Service

Subway
01.2010 - 05.2012

Red Seal Certification Course - Culinary Arts

Holland College

High School Diploma -

Prince Andrew High School
Matthew Pelletier