Shawna Canard
Fort Alexander,MB
Summary
Dependable Cook with expertise preparing foods in fast-paced settings. Team-minded professional knowledgeable in food safety, attractive presentation and stock management. Efficient multitasker with talents in recipe management and development.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Sagkeeng Education Authority
10.2015 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
Waitress
Sagkeeng Employment & Training Services
06.2003 - 02.2004
- Remained calm and poised when dealing with difficult customers or during busy shifts.
- Kept server areas clean and stocked to increase efficiency while working tables.
- Used cash registers and credit card machines to cash out customers.
- Greeted new customers, discussed specials, and took drink orders.
- Followed health and safety regulations relevant to hospitality industry to minimize accidents, incidents and liability to restaurant.
- Trained new waitstaff on proper food handling, customer service and safety procedures.
- Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
- Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
- Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Received shipments and placed items on proper shelves to restock and organize restaurant pantry.
- Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
Assistant Cook
George M. Guimond Care Home
06.2000 - 09.2002
- Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
- Portioned meals according to recipe specifications, limiting kitchen waste.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Monitored food quality and temperature for safe consumption.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Distributed food during busy peak periods to drive customer satisfaction.
Mashie's Sewing
Sagkeeng Employment & Training Services
06.1999 - 08.1999
- Completed quick and safe threading and needling changing operations to keep production on schedule.
- Followed sewing instructions and inspected quality of finished pieces to exceed customer expectations.
- Prevented materials waste by completing accurate measurements and precise cuts.
- Verified quality of completed work against project specifications to assess conformance with targets.
Education
Accounting Assistant - Buisness
Robertson College
Fort Alexander 09.2012
High School Diploma -
Sagkeeng Anicinabe High School
Fort Alexander06.2001
Skills
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- New Hire Training
- Food Presentation Talent
- Cleaning and Organization
- Menu Planning
Timeline
Cook
Sagkeeng Education Authority
10.2015 - Current
Waitress
Sagkeeng Employment & Training Services
06.2003 - 02.2004
Assistant Cook
George M. Guimond Care Home
06.2000 - 09.2002
Mashie's Sewing
Sagkeeng Employment & Training Services
06.1999 - 08.1999
Accounting Assistant - Buisness
Robertson College
High School Diploma -
Sagkeeng Anicinabe High School
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