Ambitious individual promoting a strong understanding of the food and beverage industry. Knowledgeable in food stock rotation and kitchen safety. Pursuing a position as a Prep Cook in the downtown area.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Prep Chef
Stubborn Goat Beer Garden
Halifax, NS
05.2020 - Current
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Signed for deliveries, checked items into inventory and stocked goods into proper locations.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Cook
Salty's
Halifax, NS
03.2019 - 11.2019
Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Chef
Focsle Tavern
Halifax, NS
06.2010 - 10.2016
Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.