SRILAN MENDIS
Hamilton,ON
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at The Brown Barrel Bar and Grill, excelling in food preparation and safety compliance. Proven ability to train staff and enhance kitchen operations while delivering exceptional customer service. A fast learner with strong multitasking skills, dedicated to creating memorable dining experiences.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Line cook
The Brown Barrel Bar ang Grill
11.2025 - Current
- Executed dish preparation aligning with menu specifications and customer preferences to ensure satisfaction.
Food Service Associate
Hamilton Health Sciences Volunteer Association
11.2023 - 11.2025
- Prepared food items while ensuring adherence to safe food handling and cleaning practices.
- Shared customer insights with management to enhance customer experience.
- Trained new volunteers on food preparation and safety protocols, enhancing team readiness.
Cook
Dragons Fire Golf course
03.2023 - 11.2025
- Prepared safe dishes for customers with food allergies or intolerances, ensuring dietary needs were met.
- Trained staff on food preparation, cooking techniques, and safe food handling practices, enhancing team skills and compliance.
- Ordered supplies and equipment to support efficient food service operations, maintaining optimal inventory levels.
- Maintain inventory and records of food, supplies and equipment.
Kitchen Lead
Halibut House fish and chips
03.2020 - 03.2023
Store Supervisor
Tim Hortons
Vancouver, British Columbia
05.2019 - 11.2020
- Oversaw daily operations to maintain service quality and operational efficiency.
Restaurant and Bar Captain
Carlton Palace Hotel
Deira, Dubai
04.2016 - 04.2018
Restaurant & Bar Server
Millennium Hotel
Fujairah, UAE
03.2015 - 04.2016
Restaurant Server
Novotel & Ibis Gate Hotel
Abu Dhabi, UAE
09.2013 - 03.2015
Education
Professional Diploma - Hospitality management program
Arbutus College
Vancouver, BC10.2023
Diploma Course - Restaurant & Hotel Management Course
Pen Foster Career School
USAProfessional Cookery certificate -
Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management
Colombo, Sri Lanka12.2011
Hotel Housekeeping certificate -
Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management
Colombo, Sri Lanka07.2013
Hotel Reception certificate -
Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management
Colombo, Sri Lanka12.2012
Food & Beverage certificate -
Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management
Colombo, Sri Lanka12.2010
Skills
- Customer service
- Coordination
- Decision Making
- Multitasking
- Fast learner
- Kitchen operations
- Food preparation
- Food safety
Websites
Timeline
Line cook
The Brown Barrel Bar ang Grill
11.2025 - Current
Food Service Associate
Hamilton Health Sciences Volunteer Association
11.2023 - 11.2025
Cook
Dragons Fire Golf course
03.2023 - 11.2025
Kitchen Lead
Halibut House fish and chips
03.2020 - 03.2023
Store Supervisor
Tim Hortons
05.2019 - 11.2020
Restaurant and Bar Captain
Carlton Palace Hotel
04.2016 - 04.2018
Restaurant & Bar Server
Millennium Hotel
03.2015 - 04.2016
Restaurant Server
Novotel & Ibis Gate Hotel
09.2013 - 03.2015
Professional Diploma - Hospitality management program
Arbutus College
Diploma Course - Restaurant & Hotel Management Course
Pen Foster Career School
Professional Cookery certificate -
Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management
Hotel Housekeeping certificate -
Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management
Hotel Reception certificate -
Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management
Food & Beverage certificate -
Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management