Tanya Koteff
Back Bay,NB
Summary
Adept at multitasking and detail-oriented, I significantly reduced food waste by implementing efficient portion control, enhancing kitchen productivity. Trained and supervised staff, demonstrating strong leadership and quick learning abilities. Excelled in fast-paced environments, ensuring high-quality standards and customer satisfaction through effective time management and kitchen skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Pub on Main
12.2022 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
- Adapted quickly to menu changes and customer requests, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.
- Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.
Cook
Pennfield Takeout
07.2014 - 10.2016
Harbour Wreaths
Self Employed
10.2011 - Current
Grader and Packer
Bayshore Lobster
03.2020 - 12.2022
- Graded raw materials based on checklist of quality standards.
- Improved student performance by providing constructive feedback on assignments and tests.
- Removed items of inferior grades from production lines and collected for alternate use or disposal.
- Managed deadlines effectively, ensuring timely completion of all required tasks while maintaining high-quality standards throughout the evaluation process.
Grader/Trimmer/Scale Operator
Cook Aquaculture
01.2018 - 02.2020
- Graded raw materials based on checklist of quality standards.
- Improved student performance by providing constructive feedback on assignments and tests.
- Removed items of inferior grades from production lines and collected for alternate use or disposal.
- Managed deadlines effectively, ensuring timely completion of all required tasks while maintaining high-quality standards throughout the evaluation process.
Cook/waitress
Birch Grove Restaurant
01.2016 - 12.2017
Education
Grade 12 -
Fundy High School
St. George, NBSkills
- Works well with everyone!
- Good attention to detail
- Quick learner
- Great at multitasking
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Cook
Pub on Main
12.2022 - Current
Grader and Packer
Bayshore Lobster
03.2020 - 12.2022
Grader/Trimmer/Scale Operator
Cook Aquaculture
01.2018 - 02.2020
Cook/waitress
Birch Grove Restaurant
01.2016 - 12.2017
Cook
Pennfield Takeout
07.2014 - 10.2016
Harbour Wreaths
Self Employed
10.2011 - Current
Grade 12 -
Fundy High School
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