Punas Sapkota
Old Toronto
Summary
Dedicated culinary professional with strong skills in food preparation and customer service. Proven track record in menu development and kitchen organization.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cook
El Rey Mezcal Bar
2a Kensington Ave Toronto ON
07.2023 - Current
- Prepared and presented diverse menu items adhering to high culinary standards.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely procurement of fresh ingredients.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and work areas.
Lead Chef
Lisbon Hotel
Toronto, ON
12.2025 - 02.2026
- Directed kitchen operations, ensuring timely meal preparation and adherence to quality standards.
- Developed seasonal menus utilizing local ingredients, enhancing guest dining experiences.
- Mentored junior chefs, fostering skill development and teamwork in high-pressure environments.
- Implemented food safety protocols, maintaining compliance with health regulations and best practices.
Cook
Marry Browns
Bonavista NL
07.2025 - 11.2025
- Implemented food safety practices, reducing waste through effective portion control methods.
- Trained new kitchen staff on operational procedures and safety protocols for smooth onboarding.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
Line Cook
Public Gardens
Toronto, ON
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, maintaining cleanliness and organization.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely service during peak hours.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels and minimizing waste.
- Trained new staff on food preparation techniques and kitchen protocols.
Line Cook
Belfast Love Publice House
548 King St W Toronto
11.2023 - 09.2024
- Prepared high-quality dishes following standardized recipes and presentation guidelines.
- Developed seasonal menu items, incorporating local ingredients to enhance flavor profiles.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Ensured smooth kitchen operations during special events or private parties by collaborating with front-of-house staff and adjusting to specific client requests.
Cook
Bagaicha Adventure Resort Pvt. Ltd.
Harkapur, Gaindakot-11, Nawalpur, Nepal
03.2021 - 05.2022
- Prepared diverse dishes adhering to resort menu standards and guest preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen areas, ensuring compliance with health regulations.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking stock levels for timely replenishment of ingredients.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal preparation processes for efficiency.
Education
Diploma of Business - Accounting And Finance
Niagara Collage
12-2024
Skills
- Customer service
- Cooking
- Cleaning and organization
- Food handling
- Food preparation
- Multitasking and organization
- Kitchen organization
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Frying
- Cooking techniques
- Knife skills
- Sanitation
- Supply restocking
- Surface cleaning
- Performance improvement
- Sauce making
- Allergen awareness
- Nutrition awareness
- Menu planning
- Recipe development
- Operations management
- OSHA
- Pastry making
- Cutting and slicing techniques
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
- Certified Food Handler
Timeline
Lead Chef
Lisbon Hotel
12.2025 - 02.2026
Cook
Marry Browns
07.2025 - 11.2025
Line Cook
Public Gardens
09.2024 - 04.2025
Line Cook
Belfast Love Publice House
11.2023 - 09.2024
Cook
El Rey Mezcal Bar
07.2023 - Current
Cook
Bagaicha Adventure Resort Pvt. Ltd.
03.2021 - 05.2022
Diploma of Business - Accounting And Finance
Niagara Collage