Skarlett McLaughlin
Banff,AB
Summary
Hardworking and enthusiastic Cook happy to work weekends, holidays and evenings. I excel working in fast-paced environments in team setting. Background in maintaining kitchen sanitation, preparing components of dishes, and working within teams to produce high quality products.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
BHC The Bison
Banff, AB
06.2023 - Current
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Line Cook
BHC Bluebird
Banff, AB
11.2022 - 05.2023
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies for maximum productivity.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing deep cleaning tasks
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Chef De Partie
MERIVALE Berts Bar And Brassiere
Sydney, NSW
10.2020 - 10.2022
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
- Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
- Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
- Trained new kitchen staff to maintain high food quality and prepare dishes under pressure.
- Assisted in food ordering and receiving deliveries.
Apprentice Chef
MERIVALE The Newport Arms
Sydney, NSW
01.2019 - 10.2020
- Set up food stations by following chef's orders.
- Prepared cooking ingredients for chef.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
- Completed opening and closing checks, and scheduled temperature checks.
Education
Certificate 3 - Commercial Cookery
Merivale Chef School
Sydney, NSW10.2020
RoSA -
Mosman High School
Sydney, NSW12.2018
Skills
- Time Management
- Attention to detail
- Food Allergen Safety to prevent cross contamination
- Knife Skills
- Working under pressure
- Fish filleting and live seafood handling
- Grill Operations
- Portioning meats and seafood
Timeline
Line Cook
BHC The Bison
06.2023 - Current
Line Cook
BHC Bluebird
11.2022 - 05.2023
Chef De Partie
MERIVALE Berts Bar And Brassiere
10.2020 - 10.2022
Apprentice Chef
MERIVALE The Newport Arms
01.2019 - 10.2020
Certificate 3 - Commercial Cookery
Merivale Chef School
RoSA -
Mosman High School