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Zachary Warford

London,ON

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 permit.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

1st Cook

Gladstone Commons
06.2022 - 10.2023
  • Became an experienced culinary professional adept at preparing intricate dishes in a challenging kitchen setting with minimal equipment, catering to large volumes of guests per night, including those with severe dietary restrictions and food allergies
  • Maintained a productive and positive work environment with limited personnel, cultivating collaborative and respectful relationships between front and back of house teams to deliver exceptional guest experiences
  • Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.

Line cook

Windsor Yacht Club
07.2021 - 06.2022
  • Learned to function under demanding conditions and adapting to the meticulous cleanliness standards set by a renowned chef
  • Prepared food to the discerning tastes and specific demands of esteemed club members, ensuring their satisfaction by delivering exceptional quality and meeting their requirements
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.

Prep Cook/ Kitchen Help/Line Cook

Ciociaro Club
02.2020 - 07.2021
  • Meticulously prepared a diverse range of products well in advance of scheduled orders/events for expansive customer groups, and exhibiting a strong work ethic by consistently working over 12 hours a day.
  • Grilled, roasted, baked and performed other cooking techniques to produce high volume meals.
  • Trained and supervised cooking staff to expertly meet daily needs.

Prep Cook

Shelly’s Tap and Grill
02.2019 - 06.2019
  • Efficiently prepped substantial quantities of food for both banquet and line settings, while adapting to the demands of working in a fast-paced banquet environment
  • Successfully navigated a kitchen brigade environment, fostering effective communication and collaboration while interacting with the team members for the first time

Prep Cook

Tahini's London
02.2017 - 08.2017
  • Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash.
  • Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
  • Preserved freshness of food by storing food in designated containers and storage areas within freezer or refrigerator.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.

Education

French, Management

St Clair College
Windsor, ON
06.2022

High School Diploma -

École Secondaire Catholique Monseigneur-Bruyère
London, ON
06.2019

Skills

  • Cleaning and Organization
  • High-Volume Production Capabilities
  • Food Plating and Presentation
  • Portion and Cost Control
  • Dietary Restriction Support
  • Critical Thinking
  • Production Worksheets
  • Food Handlers Certification
  • Kitchen Sanitation

Timeline

1st Cook

Gladstone Commons
06.2022 - 10.2023

Line cook

Windsor Yacht Club
07.2021 - 06.2022

Prep Cook/ Kitchen Help/Line Cook

Ciociaro Club
02.2020 - 07.2021

Prep Cook

Shelly’s Tap and Grill
02.2019 - 06.2019

Prep Cook

Tahini's London
02.2017 - 08.2017

French, Management

St Clair College

High School Diploma -

École Secondaire Catholique Monseigneur-Bruyère

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