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Shanel Kong

Toronto,ON

Summary

Dedicated Line Cook and Prep Cook professional with extensive experience in diverse culinary settings including restaurants, banquets, and hotels. Highly responsible and reliable team player with strong multitasking abilities, adept at working in fast-paced environments. Seeking to leverage expertise in culinary arts to contribute to a dynamic kitchen team and deliver exceptional dining experiences.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Prep Cook

Joeys Yorkdale
05.2023 - Current
  • Proficient in basic culinary techniques, including food preparation, and cooking methods
  • Maintained clean and orderly kitchen by regularly washing dishes, sanitizing surfaces and taking out trash.
  • Excellent knife skills and proficiency in vegetable
  • Strong understanding of food safety and sanitation practices
  • Ability to follow recipes and instructions accurately
  • Experience in ingredient preparation, including chopping, slicing, and portioning
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced kitchen environment
  • Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and work well under pressure

Garde Manger/Line Cook

Weston Golf Club & Country Club
06.2021 - 11.2022
  • Proficient in cold food preparation techniques, including salads, charcuterie, canapés, and hors d'oeuvres
  • Ability to create visually appealing and innovative food presentations
  • Ensured proper storage and rotation of perishable ingredients to minimize waste
  • Provided support during busy service periods, maintaining efficiency and quality of food output
  • Excellent knife skills and proficiency in vegetable
  • Prepared charcuterie platters with cured meats, cheeses, and accompaniments.
  • Ensure the quality of raw and cooked food items regularly
  • Operated pizza ovens/ Cooked, baked, and garnish pizzas in timely manner.
  • Prepare and present specialty food items for banquets, weddings and corporate events.

Assistant Cook/Cook Shift Leader

Weston Frontlines Centre
10.2019 - 05.2022
  • Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes, standards, and dietary guidelines.
  • Catered events, ensuring exceptional service and satisfaction for all guests
  • Managed the preparation and cooking of large quantities of food, averaging 500-1000 meals per week, while also overseeing food preparation.
  • Mentored and trained young students in culinary skills and food etiquette, fostering their professional growth and development.
  • Verified freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items and rotating stock.
  • Kept records of inventory levels for all food items used in the kitchen.

Education

Diploma - Culinary Management

George Brown College
Toronto, ON
01-2025

Diploma - Human Resource Management

Canadian College of Business Science & Technology
06-2023

High School Diploma -

City Adult Learning Centre
Toronto, ON
04-2023

Skills

  • Efficient Multitasking
  • Can maintain emotional control in tense situations
  • Punctual And Honest
  • High Volume Production Capability
  • Knowledge of machinery such as food processors, blenders, and meat slicers
  • Able to follow instructions and work with minimal supervision

Certification

  • Food Handlers Certificate (2024)
  • Smart Serve Certificate (2024)
  • WHMIS Certificate (2024)

Timeline

Prep Cook

Joeys Yorkdale
05.2023 - Current

Garde Manger/Line Cook

Weston Golf Club & Country Club
06.2021 - 11.2022

Assistant Cook/Cook Shift Leader

Weston Frontlines Centre
10.2019 - 05.2022

Diploma - Culinary Management

George Brown College

Diploma - Human Resource Management

Canadian College of Business Science & Technology

High School Diploma -

City Adult Learning Centre

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