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Rachel Marie Ortiz

Vancouver,Canada

Summary

To be part of a company with high integrity, where I can take full advantage and develop my skills, while simultaneously contributing to the company's growth. To gain experience that can further enhance my knowledge and skills with reference to the Canadian Hospitality Industry and the Culinary Arts.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Prep Cook, Line Cook, Purchaser

Local Public Eatery
02.2022 - Current
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and implementing effective time management techniques.
  • Participated in regular staff meetings to discuss performance metrics, address issues or concerns, and share best practices for continuous improvement within the team.
  • Assisted in training new team members on kitchen procedures, ensuring consistent quality across all dishes prepared.
  • Reduced order errors by clearly labeling prepped items with necessary information like dates, ingredient names, and allergens.
  • Placing orders for the business.

Swing Sous Chef Hourly (Night Coach)

Earls Kitchen + Bar
09.2019 - 02.2022
  • Prepared all food item as directed in a hygienic and timely manner
  • Restocks all the items as needed throughout the shift
  • Set up station according to restaurant guidelines
  • Cleans and maintain the station in practicing food safety, sanitation and organizational skills
  • Work at efficient and consistent pace
  • Leading the shift on transition, nights, and closing
  • In charge on labour, sales, and bill times
  • Training new partner

Line Cook

Local Public Eatery
03.2019 - 09.2019
  • Prepares all food items in a hygienic and timely manner
  • Uphold the company standard when stocking items in the correct locations throughout the shift
  • Accurately portions Mise En Place prior to executing a recipe to uphold standard portions sizes and recipe specifications
  • During active service, executes and serves food quickly while maintaining a high standard in accordance to restaurant's policy

Kitchen Line Cook Trainee

Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center
07.2016 - 07.2017
  • Worked in different areas (Banquet & Pastry Department, Villa De Flora Buffet and Sora Sushi Bar)
  • Prepared all food items in a hygienic and timely manner
  • Wash, cut and prepare foods designated for cooking
  • Cutting fruits and meats
  • Prep, scale, and mix ingredients for pastry production
  • Baking cakes, cupcakes, fillings, cookies
  • Making sushi rolls (tuna, salmon, crab)
  • Oversaw the omelette station
  • Manned the breakfast and lunch buffet

Education

Diploma - Essentials Skills for Hospitality, Service and Tourism

Tamwood Careers
12.2019

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) - Entrepreneurship, Major in Culinary Arts

Miriam College
05.2018

Skills

  • Skilled in cooking and preparing a variety of cuisines
  • Adept at using kitchen tools and knives
  • Able to maintain the high level of hygiene
  • Cooperative and Positive attitude toward job performance and responsibilities
  • Quick Learner
  • Committed to Quality
  • Desire to succeed

Certification

  • Food Safe Level 1, 07/21/23
  • Alternative Coffee Brewing, Enderun College, 01/01/16
  • Wine Class 101, 02/01/16
  • Chinese Dim sum Class, 6 Senses Cooking Studio, Hong Kong, 03/01/16

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Lead Prep Cook, Line Cook, Purchaser

Local Public Eatery
02.2022 - Current

Swing Sous Chef Hourly (Night Coach)

Earls Kitchen + Bar
09.2019 - 02.2022

Line Cook

Local Public Eatery
03.2019 - 09.2019

Kitchen Line Cook Trainee

Gaylord Palms Resort and Convention Center
07.2016 - 07.2017

Diploma - Essentials Skills for Hospitality, Service and Tourism

Tamwood Careers

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc) - Entrepreneurship, Major in Culinary Arts

Miriam College

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