Quynh Le
Peterborough,ON
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record at Rare, excelling in team leadership and kitchen organization. Expert in food safety and inventory management, I enhanced kitchen productivity by optimizing workflows and mentoring staff. Passionate about creating high-quality dishes that highlight local ingredients and elevate dining experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Rare
10.2023 - Current
- Prepared and executed high-quality dishes in line with restaurant standards.
- Collaborated with head chef to design seasonal menus featuring local ingredients.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation protocols.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
Line Cook
Chemong Lodge
03.2022 - 06.2022
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen prep areas to ensure operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline food preparation processes for timely service.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and reporting shortages.
Line Cook
Empress Gardens Retirement Residence
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Adhered to food safety regulations and sanitation standards throughout kitchen processes.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations, ensuring a safe and organized cooking environment.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared and cooked menu items to ensure high quality and consistency.
Education
Diploma - Culinary Management
Fleming College
Peterborough, ON04-2022
Skills
- Team leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Kitchen organization
- Cooking techniques
Timeline
Sous Chef
Rare
10.2023 - Current
Line Cook
Chemong Lodge
03.2022 - 06.2022
Line Cook
Empress Gardens Retirement Residence
12.2021 - 04.2022
Diploma - Culinary Management
Fleming College
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