Shawkat Milton
Toronto
Summary
With a proven track record at Madison Community Services, I excel in Kitchen management and food safety oversight, showcasing my ability to enhance kitchen efficiency and food quality. My expertise in menu planning and strong problem-solving skills have consistently improved operational processes, making me a valuable asset to any culinary team.
Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling permit.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Cook
Madison Community Services
08.2022 - Current
- Oversaw inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Monitored Kitchen Staff performance and suggested improvements to streamline processes and increase team efficiency.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Creating Menu and use ingredients depends on the season and availability.
- Implement HACCP to keep kitchen clean and contamination free.
Part Time Cook
City Of Toronto
07.2023 - Current
- Created identical dishes numerous times with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality for up to 500 clients
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special Diet for customers.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Part Time Weekend Cook
Homes First Society
02.2022 - 07.2023
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- 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.
Cook-Intern
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
Cook
Cluny Bistro & Boulangerie
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Weekend Cook
The Neighbourhood Group
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Cook
Parkside Student Residence
10.2019 - 03.2020
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Line Cook
The Goodman Pub & Kitchen
05.2018 - 09.2020
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Make various sauces, aioli, and slaw.
Prep Cook
Applause Catering
02.2018 - 04.2018
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Trained and assisted new kitchen staff members.
Prep Cook & Line Cook
Vivoli
02.2017 - 12.2017
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Operated dishwasher and manually washed dishes to clean all chinaware, silverware, and cooking utensils.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
Education
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Scarborough, ONBachelor of Arts - Social Services, History, Literature
National Univercity
Dhaka, Bangladesh12-1995
Skills
- Recipe modification
- Food safety oversight
- Strong attention to safe food handling procedures
- Menu planning
- Food handler certification
- Food photography
- Beautiful presentation of food
- Problem-solving
- Portion control
- Hospitality service expertise
- Inventory management
Languages
English
Professional Working
Certification
Food Service Worker April, 2020 Centennial college,Toronto, ON
Basic Food Handler certificate, February, 2020 Trancan,
Toronto,ON
First Aid & CPR Level C April, 2021 - April, 2024 Red Cross Canada
Worker Health and Safety Awareness in 4 Steps May 2021 To date
WHMIS for Workers - Canadian Centre for Occupational Health & Safety
Food Safety Training - Safe Practices and Procedures - Allison
Timeline
Part Time Cook
City Of Toronto
07.2023 - Current
Lead Cook
Madison Community Services
08.2022 - Current
Cook-Intern
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts
05.2022 - 08.2022
Part Time Weekend Cook
Homes First Society
02.2022 - 07.2023
Cook
Cluny Bistro & Boulangerie
02.2022 - 04.2022
Weekend Cook
The Neighbourhood Group
01.2021 - 01.2022
Cook
Parkside Student Residence
10.2019 - 03.2020
Line Cook
The Goodman Pub & Kitchen
05.2018 - 09.2020
Prep Cook
Applause Catering
02.2018 - 04.2018
Prep Cook & Line Cook
Vivoli
02.2017 - 12.2017
Diploma - Culinary Arts
Centennial College of Applied Arts And Technology
Bachelor of Arts - Social Services, History, Literature
National Univercity
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