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Celise Dupas

Keerong

Summary

Dynamic hospitality professional with over 15 years of diverse experience in café ownership, high-volume kitchens, and remote lodge operations. Expertise includes precision in espresso preparation, milk texturing, and optimizing efficiency without compromising quality. Demonstrates adaptability and resilience in fast-paced environments, complemented by a strong leadership track record that fosters collaboration, effective training, and motivation while ensuring high team morale. Committed to delivering exceptional service and creating memorable guest experiences.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef/Owner/Operator

Grassroots Cafe
05.2023 - 09.2025
  • Founded, launched and successfully operated a profitable café
  • Oversaw all aspects of business operation including hiring, training, schedules
  • Designed and implemented operational procedures that improved staff productivity and consistency
  • Created and refined menus, catering to a demographic while balancing cost efficiency and seasonal availability
  • Managed a successful catering operation in parallel with café service while maintaining seamless day-to-day operations.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, fostered a community space and maintained a loyal customer base

Sous Chef

Wildflower Café and Bakeshop
08.2020 - 03.2023
  • Assisted in the opening of café; from construction of kitchen to menu planning and beyond
  • Obtained the position “sous chef”
  • Became a respected team member and supervisor by using positive forms of communication
  • Took initiative and lent a hand in all departments
  • Successfully organized and executed off-site caterings
  • Completion of barista training
  • Experience creating, mixing and serving cocktails in a busy environment

Cook

Nimmo Bay Wilderness Resort
03.2019 - 10.2022
  • Worked across multiple culinary stations (savoury and pastry) in a high-end, remote lodge setting.
  • Foraged and harvested local ingredients with a focus on sustainability and respect for the environment, integrating them into refined seasonal menus.
  • Delivered exceptional guest experiences by cooking outdoors over open fire, showcasing creativity and technical skill with limited resources.
  • Supported team morale and cohesion in a high-pressure, secluded environment through leadership, adaptability, and collaboration.
  • Invested personal time in developing innovative recipes and techniques to elevate the guest dining experience.
  • Successfully organized and executed complex dining programs, accommodating multiple dietary restrictions, allergies, and personal preferences with precision and care.

Saucier

Wolf in the Fog, Tofino, BC
04.2017 - 08.2020
  • Gained experience across all stations across both day and night shifts
  • Designed and executed daily features
  • Thrived in a high volume, fast paced kitchen with limited space and resources
  • Delivered consistent service for 400+ covers per night
  • Contributed to a collaborative and positive team environment
  • Maintained exceptional food quality standard
  • Expanded expertise in fish butchery and cookery

Education

Journeyman - Chef

Okanagan College
British Columbia
07-2015

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Menu planning and food preparation
  • Excellent customer service
  • Management and scheduling
  • Barista skills
  • POS system and cash handling
  • Inventory and ordering
  • Team collaboration
  • Time management

Websites

Timeline

Chef/Owner/Operator

Grassroots Cafe
05.2023 - 09.2025

Sous Chef

Wildflower Café and Bakeshop
08.2020 - 03.2023

Cook

Nimmo Bay Wilderness Resort
03.2019 - 10.2022

Saucier

Wolf in the Fog, Tofino, BC
04.2017 - 08.2020

Journeyman - Chef

Okanagan College

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