Shlok Shaw
Surrey,BC
Summary
Hospitality Graduate with a comprehensive academic background in both FOH and BOH operations. After six years in the Back-of-House, I am pursuing a Front-of-House Server role to align with my core passion for guest interaction. My foundation in Hospitality management provides an unparalleled advantage in accurate order taking, answering complex menu questions, and anticipating operational bottlenecks, ensuring a superior and knowledgeable dining experience for every patron.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Junior Sous Chef
Noir Food LTD
Smithers, British Columbia, Canada
10.2024 - 11.2025
- Prepared specialty food and supervised line cooks to ensure efficient food production and quality standards.
- Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies for daily service demands.
- Trained new kitchen team members on cooking techniques and kitchen protocols.
Assistant Head Chef/Line Cook/Banquet Chef
Muligans Restaurant/Smithers Golf Course
Smithers, British Columbia
04.2024 - 10.2025
- Performed the duties of a line cook, banquet cook, and head chef simultaneously.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff for seamless service delivery.
- Created diverse cuisines for full restaurant, special event, catering and tasting menus.
- Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
Lead Line Cook
Alpenhorn Bistro
Smithers, British Columbia, Canada
12.2023 - 04.2024
- Ensured timely preparation of dishes during peak service hours in a fast-paced environment.
- Assisted Head Chef in menu planning, recipe development and kitchen operations.
- Managed food inventory, ordering and receiving of products from vendors.
Banquet Cook
The Brown Palace
Denver, Colorado, USA
05.2023 - 10.2023
- Prepared high-quality dishes for large-scale events and gatherings.
- Organized prep list and coordinated efficient work to be ready for fast-paced banquet cooking operations.
- Supervised other cooks in the kitchen during banquets or events when needed.
1st Cook
The Westin Westminster
Westminster, Colorado, USA
03.2022 - 04.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, storage areas, refrigerators, freezers.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Trained new cooks on proper cooking techniques and kitchen safety procedures.
Kitchen Trainee
Eseeola Lodge/Linvill Restort
Linvill, North Carolina, USA
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Learned various cooking techniques from experienced chefs.
- Followed recipes accurately to prepare menu items according to established standards.
- Engaged in training sessions to enhance culinary skills and techniques.
Kitchen Intern
Indismart Hotel
Kolkata, West Bengal, India
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Learned safety procedures and proper equipment usage and cleaning standards.
- Worked on cooking techniques to enhance culinary skills and knowledge.
- Assisted in food preparation tasks such as washing, peeling, cutting, and basic cooking under chef's guidance.
Education
Three Year Advanced Diploma - International Hospitality Administration
International Institute of Hotel Management
Kolkata, India11-2020
Skills
- Fast learner
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Highly adaptive
Certification
- Advanced Food Safety Certification
Timeline
Junior Sous Chef
Noir Food LTD
10.2024 - 11.2025
Assistant Head Chef/Line Cook/Banquet Chef
Muligans Restaurant/Smithers Golf Course
04.2024 - 10.2025
Lead Line Cook
Alpenhorn Bistro
12.2023 - 04.2024
Banquet Cook
The Brown Palace
05.2023 - 10.2023
1st Cook
The Westin Westminster
03.2022 - 04.2023
Kitchen Trainee
Eseeola Lodge/Linvill Restort
03.2018 - 10.2018
Kitchen Intern
Indismart Hotel
08.2017 - 12.2017
Three Year Advanced Diploma - International Hospitality Administration
International Institute of Hotel Management