Tarisai Samantha Master
Toronto,ON
Summary
Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
COOK
WOMAN'S HABITAT
09.2024 - 09.2024
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
PANTRY COOK AND SANDWICH MAKER
NEW YORK DELI
11.2023 - 07.2024
- Assisted in the preparation of high-quality dishes, ensuring consistency and adherence to recipes.
- Worked closely with other members of the kitchen team on cross-functional tasks such as sauce making and garnishing.
- Developed new pantry recipes that were well-received by customers, increasing menu options and overall interest in the dining experience.
- Collaborated with chefs to develop seasonal menu items, utilizing fresh ingredients from local sources.
Chef Intern
Ritz-Carlton
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Kept kitchen properly cleaned and maintained and all items put away after use
- Assisted head chef by chopping and preparing cooking ingredients
- Worked with head chef to master cutting and preparation techniques
- Checked dates on food to maintain proper rotation, discarding expired items
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Chef
Cafe Nush
07.2017 - 08.2020
- Responsible for cold dishes, appetizers, and salads as Garde Manger (Pantry Chef)
- Professional Pizza maker as Pizzaiolo (Pizza Chef)
- Relief Cook as Chef de Tournant (Roundsman).
Tranee Chef
Meikles Hotel
04.2014 - 08.2016
- Assisting the chef de Parties (station chefs) in Lafontain (restaurant kitchen), Pavillion (Pastry Kitchen), and Mirabelle (buffet kitchen).
Education
No Degree - FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE
SECOND HARVEST
TORONTO, ON04.2023
Culinary Arts -
Southern Africa Hospitality Training Company
10.2015
Food Preparation and Cooking (Culinary Arts) -
Southern Africa Hospitality Training Company
10.2015
Supervision -
Southern Africa Hospitality Training Company
10.2015
Diploma in French -
Southern Africa Hospitality Training Company
10.2015
High School Diploma -
St Johns Emarald Hill High School
10.2010
Skills
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
- Safe Food Handling
- Food Prep Planning
- Customer Service
- Sanitation and Cleaning
- Food Preparation Techniques
- Coordinating Kitchen Staff
- Relationship Building
Hobbies and Interests
- Cooking and baking
- Blogging ...www.sammysands.blogspot.com
- Creating new recipes on ticktok
Languages
English
Full Professional
French
Elementary
Timeline
COOK
WOMAN'S HABITAT
09.2024 - 09.2024
PANTRY COOK AND SANDWICH MAKER
NEW YORK DELI
11.2023 - 07.2024
Chef Intern
Ritz-Carlton
10.2021 - 09.2022
Chef
Cafe Nush
07.2017 - 08.2020
Tranee Chef
Meikles Hotel
04.2014 - 08.2016
No Degree - FOOD HANDLERS CERTIFICATE
SECOND HARVEST
Culinary Arts -
Southern Africa Hospitality Training Company
Food Preparation and Cooking (Culinary Arts) -
Southern Africa Hospitality Training Company
Supervision -
Southern Africa Hospitality Training Company
Diploma in French -
Southern Africa Hospitality Training Company
High School Diploma -
St Johns Emarald Hill High School
Similar Profiles
Barbara FaulkBarbara Faulk
Patient Access Representative at Memorial Woman's HospitalPatient Access Representative at Memorial Woman's Hospital
Joseph LizzaJoseph Lizza
Registered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at The Woman's Hospital of TexasRegistered Nurse, Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at The Woman's Hospital of Texas
Karen LonderganKaren Londergan
Staff RN at Brigham and Woman's HospitalStaff RN at Brigham and Woman's Hospital
Sinthuja VijayarajSinthuja Vijayaraj
Intern Waitress at Cibo Wine BarIntern Waitress at Cibo Wine Bar
Salman ValimohamedSalman Valimohamed
Project Manager / Social Media Manager at Waveform Entertainment IncProject Manager / Social Media Manager at Waveform Entertainment Inc