Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience excelling in food safety and kitchen sanitation. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and streamline ingredient prep, ensuring high-quality dishes. Recognized for maintaining hygiene standards and fostering a clean, organized kitchen environment, contributing to exceptional dining experiences.
Overview
4
4
years of post-secondary education
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Hand
Montessori Academy Child Care Centre
11.2024 - 03.2025
Prepared ramen broths, noodles, and toppings for Ajisen Ramen kitchen service.
Cooked menu items following Ajisen Ramen recipes and portion standards.
Monitored grill, fryer, and soup stations during busy meal periods.
Prepared balanced meals for childcare center infants and children.
Stored food safely using childcare kitchen sanitation procedures.
Cleaned cookware, counters, and feeding areas after meal preparation.
Assisted in preparing and cooking meals for the children according to health and safety regulations.
Cleaned up after each meal service, including washing down surfaces, utensils and equipment.
Supervised kitchen staff in their daily tasks and assisted them when necessary.
Kept kitchen areas clean, organized and sanitized accounting to proper procedures.
Manager
Euphoria Cafe
08.2024 - 03.2025
Checked stock levels and restocked pantry supplies for meal preparation
Washed dishes, utensils, and food preparation equipment after service
Swept and mopped floors to maintain cleanliness in the kitchen area.
Restocked milk, syrups, cups, and supplies for daily café operations
Managed morning rush of customers daily with efficient, levelheaded customer service.
Greeted customers and took orders for coffee drinks, food items, and other beverages.
Operated cash registers to process customer payments.
Cook
Aqua X-Press
02.2022 - 11.2023
Prepared Seri Bar menu items following kitchen standards and recipes
Managed grill, fryer, and prep station during service
Checked ingredient freshness and stored supplies safely
Checked ingredient freshness and rotated stock in storage areas.
Cleaned kitchen tools, counters, and work surfaces after service.
Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
Chef
Seri Bar
03.2021 - 12.2021
Cleaned Ezko workspaces, restrooms, and common areas using approved cleaning supplies.
Sanitized high-touch surfaces and equipment to support Ezko hygiene standards.
Emptied trash and recycling bins throughout Ezko facilities.
Followed food safety and hygiene procedures in Seri Bar kitchen
Assisted with daily prep, stocking, and kitchen organization
Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
Cleaner
Ezko Property Services
02.2019 - 04.2021
Cleaned Ezko workspaces and common areas using approved cleaning supplies.
Mopped floors and vacuumed carpets across Ezko offices and entryways.
Sanitized high-touch surfaces and equipment to support Ezko hygiene standards.
Emptied trash and recycling bins throughout Ezko facilities.
Cook
Thai Paragon Restaurant
11.2020 - 03.2021
Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
Cook
Ajisen Ramen Restaurant
04.2020 - 10.2020
Cleaned Ezko workspaces, restrooms, and common areas using approved cleaning supplies.
Sanitized high-touch surfaces and equipment to support Ezko hygiene standards.
Emptied trash and recycling bins throughout Ezko facilities.
Cooked menu items following Ajisen Ramen recipes and portion standards.
Monitored grill, fryer, and soup stations during busy meal periods.
Plated dishes with clean presentation for Ajisen Ramen guests.
Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.