Ahmed Elghitani

Independently managed kitchen operations and ensured customer satisfaction Trained and monitored new kitchen staff, ensuring output met quality standards Managed inventory and planned daily prep to avoid shortages

Shift Lead / Line Cook - Juke Fried Chicken - Vancouver, BC

(2022-10 - 2025-04)

• Independently managed kitchen operations and ensured customer satisfaction
• Trained and monitored new kitchen staff, ensuring output met quality standards
• Managed inventory and planned daily prep to avoid shortages
• Prepared food for high-volume orders and in-restaurant events while maintaining consistent quality under time pressure
• Communicated with a team of 3+ cooks to coordinate orders and prevent delays

Line Cook - The Keefer Bar - Vancouver, BC

(2022-08 - 2022-10)

• Assisted head chef with daily prep and prepared 18+ menu items efficiently
• Coordinated closely with other cooks to keep service running smoothly during rush hours
• Prepared large-scale orders for buyout events under time pressure
• Followed BC Food Safety Regulations and maintained a clean, organized kitchen

Floor Leader / Keyholder - Skechers - Vancouver, BC

(2022-05 - 2022-08)

• Assisted customers simultaneously using product knowledge to match products to their needs
• Processed cash transactions, returns, and resolved customer complaints with professionalism
• Processed merchandise, including receiving, stocking, and organizing inventory to maintain sales floor readiness
• Managed opening and closing procedures, including cash reconciliation and security checks

Assistant Team Lead / Keyholder - Dollarama - Coquitlam, BC

(2021-03 - 2022-02)

• Delegated shift responsibilities and took on managerial duties as needed, including training new employees
• Assisted and advised customers in a high-volume location, resolving complaints and processing returns with professionalism
• Managed opening and closing procedures, including cash reconciliation, bank deposits, and security checks
• Received and restocked merchandise in a timely manner to maintain sales floor readiness
• Maintained store cleanliness and safety standards for staff and customers

Merchandising Execution Associate - The Home Depot - Burnaby, BC

(2019-11 - 2020-02)

• Assisted and advised a large volume of customers with their shopping needs
• Restocked products, removed overstock, and updated price labels to maintain sales floor accuracy
• Collaborated with team members on store projects and daily operations

Residence and Housing Association House Chair - Simon Fraser University - Burnaby, BC

(2017-01 - 2017-04)

• Organized social events for 300+ student residents to build community engagement
• Assisted in directing Orientation Week for new students and their families
• Coordinated and facilitated group involvement in community-wide welcoming and social programming

Bachelor of Science Degree - Capilano University (2026-01)

Associate of Arts Degree - Coquitlam College (2019-01 - 2020-07)

High School Diploma - Nermien Ismail American School (2012-09 - 2016-05)