ROBEL MEHARI
Niagara Falls,ON
Summary
Professional culinary expert with strong skills in high-pressure kitchen environments. Proven ability to prepare diverse dishes while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. Solid track record of collaborating effectively with team members and adapting to changing needs. Known for reliability, culinary creativity, and strong focus on achieving outstanding results.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Falls Cafe
07.2024 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Golf Country Club
06.2022 - 02.2024
- Maintained food stations to ensure that they were well stocked with supplies and spices for maximum productivity
- Prepared food items following recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Ensured Kitchen surfaces and equipment were sanitized regularly
- Transitioned between lunch and dinner service by prepping food items
- Received food orders from server and cooked items according to customers order
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish
Gaucho (Meat Server)
Brasa Brazilian Steakhouse
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Provided prompt and accurate customer service while simultaneously educating customers on food and beverage options
- Cultivated a collaborative, team oriented environment amongst staff
- Developed and prompted teamwork and cooperation among co workers resulting in a positive and upbeat environment
- Suggested and explained menu items, specials and wine selections resulting in increased sales and revenue
- Managed and maintained assigned section of tables resulting in a smooth and efficient service
- Assisted in the creation of visually appealing displays that attracted customers'' attention and showcased product variety.
Butcher
Abbingdons Meats/St. Anns Packing
05.2018 - 11.2019
- Prepared and placed meat cuts and products in display counter to ease shopping experience
- Cured, cut and smoked meats to prepare for buffet presentation
- Used boning knife, skewers and twine to shape, lace and tie roasts
- Cut, trimmed and ground various meats to prepare for packaging and sale
- Analyzed meat temperatures for safety and quality
- Sharpened and adjusted cutting equipment with knife sharpener and steel blades
- Adhere to all safety and cleanliness standards and maintained equipment
- Educated staff members on specialty meat cuts, food handling methods and sanitation guidelines
- Performed meat inspections regularly
Education
Arts & Science -
Niagara College
Welland, ON01.2013
High School Diploma -
Eastdale Secondary School
Welland, ON06-2004
Skills
- Customer service
- Team player
- Communication skills
- Fast-paced work
- Kitchen equipment
- Cooking techniques
- Quick learner
- Organizational skills
- Work management
- Problem solving
- Professional growth
- Highly motivated
- Time management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Arabic
Professional Working
Timeline
Line Cook
Falls Cafe
07.2024 - Current
Line Cook/Prep Cook
Golf Country Club
06.2022 - 02.2024
Gaucho (Meat Server)
Brasa Brazilian Steakhouse
01.2020 - 05.2022
Butcher
Abbingdons Meats/St. Anns Packing
05.2018 - 11.2019
Arts & Science -
Niagara College
High School Diploma -
Eastdale Secondary School
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