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Ron Nand

Courtenay,BC

Summary

  • 25 years in fast paced environments including many years in a managerial position
  • Quick learner who follows directions well,multi-tasker, and focused
  • Valid Food Safe level 1 and 2, OHS WHMIS, First Aid, Forklift
  • Ability to problem solve and complete physically demanding tasks
  • Train staff properly with all kitchen ingredient specifications
  • High volume production capability
  • Challenged Culinary Red Seal Certification and succeeded with a 98.6% grade

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Restaurant Business Advisor

Sehmi Japanese Restaurant
Courtenay, BC
02.2023 - Current
  • Advise new owner of standard industry practices, Menu design and train employees to execute recipes, Implement labour/food cost standard, Monthly inventory, Assist owner in any and all areas which is needed to be successful
  • Developed comprehensive business plans and strategies to help clients achieve their goals.
  • Analyzed client's current financial position and recommended solutions to improve their profitability.

Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

Browns Socialhouse Nanaimo/Courtenay
Courtenay, BC
04.2020 - 01.2022
  • Trained for head chef position in Nanaimo in six weeks (normal length is 6 months), Opened new location from ground up, Hired staff, trained, and executed franchise standards, Labour/food cost management, Scheduling
  • Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
  • Ordered food supplies from vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
  • Maintained accurate records of inventory, sales, labor costs, and other operational costs.

Chef De Cuisine

Locals Restaurant
Courtenay, BC
04.2011 - 04.2020
  • Prepare and plate dishes as specified by renowned chef St.Pierre, Leading and supervising apprentices on a daily basis, Creating new menu ideas monthly that are unique and cost effective, Managing waste control and maintaining profit margins, Leading catering team for on and off site functions, Scheduling, hiring, and maintaining weekly cleaning schedules
  • Planned menus based on seasonal availability of ingredients.
  • Analyzed financial statements to identify cost-saving opportunities.
  • Provided guidance and direction on plating techniques for staff.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly and provided feedback.

District Manager/kitchen Manager

Original JOES Restaurant and Bar
Kelowna, BC
01.2010 - 02.2011
  • Managed, trained, and lead a staff of up to 40 employees in a very fast paced environment, District manager duties for 3 locations, Oversaw all day to day operations including scheduling, inventory, and quality/portion control, Implemented and supported company initiatives and programs, Opened new store /trained employees

Assistant manager/Line cook

Aspen Grove Golf Course
Kelowna, BC
05.2007 - 12.2009
  • Prepared all menu items to customer specifications, Entrusted with supervisor duties, Consistently verified that staff followed all recipes and portion guidelines correctly

Education

Automotive Collison And Refinishing Technician

North Island College
Campbell River BC

Certified Chef De Cuisine - Culinary Arts

Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts
Vancouver, BC

Affiliations

  • Member of Comox Valley Chef Association
  • Rebuilding Mercedes Benz automobile
  • Family outings, vacations, sports
  • Volunteer at JP Vanier Secondary teaching students the basics of culinary skills

References

  • Adam Hearn: Owner operator Browns Socialhouse - Courtenay BC 250-703-6902
  • Chef Ronald St.Pierre: Former owner Locals Restaurant- Courtenay BC 250-338-0151
  • Steve Kim, Owner Seh-Mi Restaurant- Courtenay BC 236-255-1199

Timeline

Restaurant Business Advisor

Sehmi Japanese Restaurant
02.2023 - Current

Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

Browns Socialhouse Nanaimo/Courtenay
04.2020 - 01.2022

Chef De Cuisine

Locals Restaurant
04.2011 - 04.2020

District Manager/kitchen Manager

Original JOES Restaurant and Bar
01.2010 - 02.2011

Assistant manager/Line cook

Aspen Grove Golf Course
05.2007 - 12.2009

Automotive Collison And Refinishing Technician

North Island College

Certified Chef De Cuisine - Culinary Arts

Pacific Institute of Culinary Arts

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