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Robert Christopher Adam

Toronto,ON

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive catering experience, adept at food preparation and maintaining high standards of cleanliness. Proven ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and reduce waste through effective organization and multitasking. Recognized for strong customer service skills and a commitment to safe food handling practices in varied environments.

Work History

Cook

The Organ Grinder Restaurant, Home and Catering
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.

Prep Worker

The Organ Grinder Restaurant and Additional Places
  • Assisted with inventory management, reducing waste and minimizing costs for the restaurant.
  • Gained familiarity with diverse cuisine styles through exposure to different recipes and preparation methods within the establishment setting.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by collaborating effectively with other kitchen staff members.
  • Supported culinary team with timely preparation of ingredients, resulting in faster order turnaround times.
  • Enhanced food quality by ensuring proper storage techniques and maintaining cleanliness in prep areas.
  • Improved kitchen efficiency by organizing and prepping ingredients for easy access during busy shifts.
  • Maintained strict adherence to food safety guidelines, preventing cross-contamination and potential health risks.
  • Assisted chefs with cooking tasks as needed, increasing overall speed of food production during busy periods.
  • Mastered use of various kitchen equipment, optimizing productivity while maintaining safety standards at all times.

Dishwasher

The Organ Grinder Restaurant and Additional Places
  • Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
  • Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
  • Kept work area clean, dry, and free of debris to prevent incidents and accidents.
  • Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
  • Completed extra cleaning work on garbage cans, racks, dry storage areas, and other fixtures to keep kitchen spotless.
  • Completed additional cleaning tasks within the kitchen area, contributing to an overall sanitary work environment.
  • Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
  • Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
  • Scraped, washed and efficiently restacked dishware, utensils, and glassware to keep kitchen ready for customer demands.
  • Washed equipment, surfaces, refrigerators, and other areas and applied sanitizing chemicals.
  • Supported overall restaurant operations by promptly restocking clean dishes and utensils in designated areas.
  • Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
  • Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
  • Increased kitchen efficiency, organizing clean dishes and utensils in accessible manner for culinary staff.
  • Improved safety in kitchen by properly handling and storing cleaning chemicals and supplies.
  • Inspected dishwashing equipment and reported issues to supervisor.

Education

High School Diploma -

Newtonbrook Secondary School
North York, Ontario

8 Course Certificate - Information And Communication Technology

Ryerson University (Community College At The Time)
Toronto, ON
05-1997

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Cooking
  • Cleaning and organization
  • Food handling
  • Food preparation
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Kitchen organization
  • Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
  • Frying
  • Grilling
  • Food handler certification
  • Extensive catering background

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Cook

The Organ Grinder Restaurant, Home and Catering

Prep Worker

The Organ Grinder Restaurant and Additional Places

Dishwasher

The Organ Grinder Restaurant and Additional Places

High School Diploma -

Newtonbrook Secondary School

8 Course Certificate - Information And Communication Technology

Ryerson University (Community College At The Time)
Robert Christopher Adam