William Charles Spence
Regina,SK
Summary
Talented Cook with excellent experience in fast-paced kitchen environments. Clear communicator with team-oriented focus and advanced skills to effectively work with cashiers and kitchen staff to review and prepare orders. Qualified and hardworking with up-to-date food handling certification.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Line Cook/Prep Cook/Dishwasher
Ballers Rec Room
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Plated and presented all dishes to match established restaurant standards.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Stagehand
I.A.T.S,E Regina
01.2008 - Current
- Temporary permitee to assist in various departments of large concert productions in Regina and surrounding area.
- Focus on electrics for concerts and stage building.
- Maintained schedules, managed deadlines, and interfaced with teammates to support production activities.
- Reviewed activities for production team to complete tasks on time.
- Stored, loaded and unloaded set pieces and technical equipment for daily performances.
- Worked with stage technicians set up and calibrate lighting, microphones and recording equipment.
- Constructed and decorated set pieces and props per design specifications.
- Assisted crews with set building and pointed out problems that could be potential safety issues.
Cook 2
Ramada Plaza Regina
03.2012 - 10.2018
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
Dishwasher
Boston Pizza East
08.2011 - 11.2012
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Cleared, washed and stacked all plates, dining utensils, and trays quickly and without breaking.
- Kept dishes, utensils and glassware clean and rotated following safety standards set by restaurant.
- Worked with chemicals such as detergent, rinse agents, and sanitizers to protect customer health.
- Assisted with kitchen prep work to help operations run smoothly and meet customer needs.
Stagehand
Premier Global Productions
03.2007 - 10.2011
- Concert stagehand in North America erecting stages from SL-100 to The Monster, 120' x 60' deck with a 60' x 80' clear span with poser decks, FOH, Spot Light and Video Towers.
- Team working with large groups in dangerous environments.
- Swamper for crane operators with unloading and loading flat deck semi trailers.
- Assisted in all technical and practical effect setup for dozens of performances and broke down all equipment at close of each show.
- Heavy lifting, long hours, staying in work camps.
- Worked with stage technicians set up and calibrate lighting, microphones and recording equipment.
Banquet Porter/Server/Bar Tender
Regina Inn 4 Star Hotel
08.2007 - 06.2010
- Setting up banquet rooms of various sizes for clients.
- Assisting in planning an execution of various set ups of banquet rooms.
- Training new staff in set ups and customer care.
- Heavy lifting in a high traffic hotel.
- Assisting clients in planning and execution of room design for efficiency, assisted with set ups and tear down.
- Serving various food from banquet style to white glove dinners and drinks.
- Handling of alcohol and basic bartending drinks and wines.
- Handling money.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
Education
High school diploma -
Raymore High
2007
Skills
- Cutting Techniques
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Cake Decorating Expertise
- Food Spoilage Prevention
- Safe Food Handling Procedures
- High-Volume Production Capabilities
- Kitchen Equipment Operation
- Cleaning and Organization
- New Hire Training
- Food Presentation Talent
- Cooking and Baking
- Critical Thinking
Certification
- Certified Safe Food Handling, Expires 2027
- WHMIS
Timeline
Line Cook/Prep Cook/Dishwasher
Ballers Rec Room
04.2021 - 09.2022
Cook 2
Ramada Plaza Regina
03.2012 - 10.2018
Dishwasher
Boston Pizza East
08.2011 - 11.2012
Stagehand
I.A.T.S,E Regina
01.2008 - Current
Banquet Porter/Server/Bar Tender
Regina Inn 4 Star Hotel
08.2007 - 06.2010
Stagehand
Premier Global Productions
03.2007 - 10.2011
High school diploma -
Raymore High
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