Zoya Alam
Scarborough, Toronto,ON
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level cook position. Constantly striving to improve or grow as a cook and person.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cooking Intern
George Brown College St. James Campus
2024.07 - Current
- Knife Skills
- Packaging and distributing food at a timely pace
- Sanitization of station and kitchen equipment
- Collaborated closely with other interns to successfully execute large-scale catering events.
- Cleaned kitchen counters, refrigerators, and freezers.
- Organization of assigned station and station trolley
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
Cooking Intern
George Brown College St. James Campus
2024.05 - 2024.06
- Gained hands-on experience by participating in the creation of daily specials and menu items.
- Expedited food preparation, ensuring prompt service during peak dining hours.
- Improved presentation skills by plating and garnishing meals for restaurant guests.
- Enhanced cooking techniques by assisting in the preparation of a diverse range of dishes.
- Developed culinary knowledge by working with experienced chefs in various kitchen stations.
Kitchen Volunteer
David Mary and Thomson Collegiate
2018.12 - 2022.02
- Knife Skills
- Cleaned and maintained work areas, equipment and utensils. Sanitized pots, pans, utensils, kitchen appliances and equipment using company-approved cleaning supplies.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by prepping ingredients and organizing workstations for cooks.
- Increased customer satisfaction with timely delivery of meals, maintaining quality standards throughout the serving process.
- Food preparation and storage
Education
Culinary Arts Certificate - Expected Graduation
George Brown College
Toronto, ON12.2024
High School Diploma -
David And Mary Thomson Collegiate Institute
Scarborough, ON06.2022
Skills
- Dishwasher Operation
- Adequate knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation Practices
- Food Preparation
- Continuous Improvement
Certification
Food Handlers (October 2028)
WHMIS
Smart Serve (November 2028)
First Aid and CPR (October 2026)
References
Chelston Fernandes - 416-415-5000 x2401
Darren Beer - 416-985-8485
Timeline
Cooking Intern
George Brown College St. James Campus
2024.07 - Current
Cooking Intern
George Brown College St. James Campus
2024.05 - 2024.06
Kitchen Volunteer
David Mary and Thomson Collegiate
2018.12 - 2022.02
Culinary Arts Certificate - Expected Graduation
George Brown College
High School Diploma -
David And Mary Thomson Collegiate Institute
Food Handlers (October 2028)
WHMIS
Smart Serve (November 2028)
First Aid and CPR (October 2026)
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