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Languages
Skiing
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Sacha Morin-Sirois

Cantley,QC

Summary

Accomplished Chef with a proven track record at Le Saint-Éloi Café Bistro, enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative menu development and stringent food safety practices. Skilled in cost control and vendor relationship management, I led teams to exceed performance goals. My strong work ethic and leadership have consistently maximized kitchen efficiency and profitability. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with many types of cuisines, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational french, english and spanish skills. High-performing Chef offering more than ten years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef

Le Saint-Éloi Café Bistro
04.2021 - Current
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
  • Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Conducted regular evaluations of kitchen equipment and appliances, ensuring proper maintenance and timely replacement to maintain optimal operational efficiency.
  • Maximized profitability by effectively managing food costs through portion control and minimizing waste.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating competitive prices on ingredients and supplies.

Private Chef

SMS Cuisine (self Employed)
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Prepared high-quality meals for clients with diverse palates, emphasizing the use of fresh, local ingredients.
  • Developed innovative recipes and cooking techniques to continually exceed client expectations.
  • Provided exceptional private catering services for special events, creating memorable dining experiences for guests.
  • Shopped for ingredients.

Line Cook

Les Fougères Restaurant (Canada's 100 Best)
01.2019 - 12.2020
  • 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.

Culinary Artist

Blunt Inc. (Social Media & Marketing)
01.2018 - 12.2019

Chef De Cuisine

Auberge Chic-Chac (Ski Resort)
01.2016 - 12.2018

Line Cook

Shelter Restaurant
01.2017 - 12.2017

Cook

Casino & Hilton Lac Leamy
01.2015 - 12.2016

Cook

Fairmont Chateau Montebello
01.2015 - 12.2015

Breakfast Cook

Various Restaurants
01.2013 - 12.2015

Education

Diploma of Professional Studies - Culinary Arts

École Hôtelière De L'Outaouais
Buckingham, QC
10.2015

High School Diploma -

École Polyvalente De L'Érablière
Gatineau, QC
06.2012

Skills

    Food Safety

    Menu Planning

    Cost Control

    Menu development

    Strong Work Ethic

    Team Leadership

    Hiring, Training, and Development

    Safe Food Handling

    Vendor Relationship Management

    Catering and Events

    Food plating and presentation

    Inventory Control

Accomplishments

Champion Restaurant

  • Awarded Laureate in 2023 for Défi Des Chefs Leucan.

Cooking competition with over 700 voting guests

Languages

French
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working

Skiing

I have a passion for skiing and outdoor activities.

Timeline

Executive Chef

Le Saint-Éloi Café Bistro
04.2021 - Current

Private Chef

SMS Cuisine (self Employed)
01.2019 - 12.2021

Line Cook

Les Fougères Restaurant (Canada's 100 Best)
01.2019 - 12.2020

Culinary Artist

Blunt Inc. (Social Media & Marketing)
01.2018 - 12.2019

Line Cook

Shelter Restaurant
01.2017 - 12.2017

Chef De Cuisine

Auberge Chic-Chac (Ski Resort)
01.2016 - 12.2018

Cook

Casino & Hilton Lac Leamy
01.2015 - 12.2016

Cook

Fairmont Chateau Montebello
01.2015 - 12.2015

Breakfast Cook

Various Restaurants
01.2013 - 12.2015

Diploma of Professional Studies - Culinary Arts

École Hôtelière De L'Outaouais

High School Diploma -

École Polyvalente De L'Érablière
Sacha Morin-Sirois