- Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
- Volunteering at community kitchens and food-related charities
- Cooking
- Strategy Games
- Outdoor Recreation
- Electronics and Circuit Building
- Harvesting Traditional Foods/Medicines from the land
Taylor Joe
189 Hwy 8 W, Merritt,BC
Summary
Diligent and detail-oriented professional with a reputation for maintaining clean and organized environments. Known for completing tasks promptly and effectively, consistently enhancing team efficiency. Professional culinary expert with strong skills in high-pressure kitchen environments. Proven ability to prepare diverse dishes while maintaining high standards of quality and presentation. Solid track record of collaborating effectively with team members and adapting to changing needs. Recognized for reliability, culinary creativity, and a strong focus on achieving outstanding results.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Line Cook
Mr. Mikes Restaurant
01.2022 - 10.2024
- Prepare and cook food
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared and cooked full course meals based on restaurant recipes and specifications.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
Line Cook
Sagebrush Golf Club
04.2024 - 08.2024
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Expedited service during peak hours by coordinating with fellow line cooks on timing of dish completion.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Grilled meats to customer specifications.
- Mastered various cooking techniques, broadening menu offerings and introducing innovative dishes.
- Mentored junior staff members in culinary skills and techniques, fostering professional growth within the team.
- Assisted in training of new line cooks, ensuring they met kitchen's high standards quickly.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Followed health, safety and sanitation guidelines while preparing and serving food.
- Prepared and cooked meals according to recipes and customer specifications.
Prep-Cook/Line Cook
Home Restaurant
09.2021 - 11.2021
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple food stations simultaneously without compromising quality or speed.
- Maintained optimal food quality by adhering to strict guidelines for food safety and sanitation.
- Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
- Provided support during peak business hours, ensuring smooth service flow while maintaining high-quality output.
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during busy shifts.
- Followed orders from head chef to establish productive and timely preparation of meals.
- Supported the success of daily operations by assisting chefs with ingredient prep work as needed.
General Helper
Civeo Camp (Transmountain Pipeline)
07.2021 - 08.2021
- Wash and Sanitize dishes
- Sanitize prep and eating areas
- Stocking and rotating inventory
- Food Preparation
- Arrived for work at scheduled time, properly dressed and ready to contribute to team success.
- Kept work areas clean and organized.
- Improved workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
Cultural Coordinator Assistant
Lower Nicola Indian Band - Cultural Revival Centre
06.2019 - 08.2019
- Beading and sewing
- Traditional Bow Making/Making Traditional Paint from Red Ochre
- Traditional Harvesting on Traditional Lands
- Learning Nlaka’pamux Traditional Culture
- Assisting the Cultural Revival team
- Collaborated on group projects to complete professional deliverables.
Gardner
Lower Nicola Indian Band - Shulus Community Garden
06.2018 - 08.2018
- Harvesting vegetables for community
- Maintained healthy gardens by timely pruning, fertilizing, mulching, and pest control measures.
- Ensured garden success by regularly monitoring the health of plants, soil conditions, and potential pest or disease issues proactively addressing any concerns.
- Diversified plant offerings in the garden by researching suitable species that thrive in local climate conditions while also appealing to diverse cultural tastes of community members.
- Ensured safety and cleanliness in the garden area, conducting regular inspections to address any issues promptly.
- Identified and removed invasive plants and noxious weeds for garden aesthetics and ecosystem health.
- Planted and cultivated by preparing soil and watering and fertilizing plants for thriving and healthy results.
Produce Clerk
Extra Foods
08.2016 - 01.2017
- Enhanced product quality by regularly inspecting, rotating, and culling fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
- Maintained safe, neat, and clean working environment and closely monitored for wet floors or other hazards.
- Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
- Received and unloaded new items upon delivery and checked products for damage and order accuracy.
- Improved customer satisfaction by providing prompt and knowledgeable assistance in the produce department.
- Kept tidy and organized area to comply with cleanliness standards.
Yard Laborer
MOJO Mill
06.2013 - 07.2013
- Assist in log process
- Improved yard organization by efficiently sorting and stacking materials according to type and size.
- Assisted and engaged with workers operating machinery and equipment to facilitate production process.
General Helper
7-11
09.2012 - 10.2012
- Stock shelves and coolers
- Daily clean up
- Prepare foods for resale
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Implemented efficient food prep methods, reducing wait times during the lunch rush.
- Wiped down counters and food prep stations using bleach and clean cloths.
- Enhanced workplace cleanliness by performing thorough daily cleaning tasks, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Kept work areas clean and organized.
Food Prep Cooking Assistant
KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken)
08.2012 - 09.2012
- Preparation of kitchen/Daily clean up
- Preparation and Cooking of chicken
- Completed prep work ahead of schedule during busy shifts to help reduce wait times for customers.
- Operated various kitchen equipment safely such as grills, ovens, fryers, and mixers for optimal results in meal preparation.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety guidelines.
Leadership Training/Drill and Ceremonial
950 Rocky Mountain Rangers Cadets Corps.
01.2006 - 01.2011
- Map and Compass/Marksmanship
- Adventure Camp in Whitehorse, Yukon
- Rank of Sergeant
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
Education
Indigenous Professional Cook Level 2 - Culinary
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Merritt, BC04-2023
Indigenous Professional Cook Level 1 - Culinary
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Merritt, BC04-2021
Bridging to Trades Program - Trades
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Merritt, BC04-2016
College Readiness -
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Merritt, BC04-2013
Skills
- Time management
- Knife skills
- Cooking terminology
- Cooking methods
- Following recipes
- Weight and measure food accurately
- Understanding of major techniques and principles in cooking
- Raw food handling techniques
- Food safety knowledge
- Line station oversight
- Oversee kitchen staff
- Plating techniques
- Food presentation talent
- Cleanliness standards
- Safe handling of poultry
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Punctual and honest
- Highly motivated
- Prep work
- Recipe creation
Interests
Timeline
Line Cook
Sagebrush Golf Club
04.2024 - 08.2024
Line Cook
Mr. Mikes Restaurant
01.2022 - 10.2024
Prep-Cook/Line Cook
Home Restaurant
09.2021 - 11.2021
General Helper
Civeo Camp (Transmountain Pipeline)
07.2021 - 08.2021
Cultural Coordinator Assistant
Lower Nicola Indian Band - Cultural Revival Centre
06.2019 - 08.2019
Gardner
Lower Nicola Indian Band - Shulus Community Garden
06.2018 - 08.2018
Produce Clerk
Extra Foods
08.2016 - 01.2017
Yard Laborer
MOJO Mill
06.2013 - 07.2013
General Helper
7-11
09.2012 - 10.2012
Food Prep Cooking Assistant
KFC (Kentucky Fried Chicken)
08.2012 - 09.2012
Leadership Training/Drill and Ceremonial
950 Rocky Mountain Rangers Cadets Corps.
01.2006 - 01.2011
Indigenous Professional Cook Level 2 - Culinary
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Indigenous Professional Cook Level 1 - Culinary
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
Bridging to Trades Program - Trades
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
College Readiness -
Nicola Valley Institute of Technology
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