Cook at Cogir Senior Living (2026-01 – Present)
On Call position
- To prepare and responsible for the preparation/delivery of all foods for residents
- To ensure use of proper food handling techniques
- To make menu substitutions as necessary and record these in designated place.
- To assist in serving meals, following resident's diet and food preferences using proper portion sizes
- To review menus and production sheets before preparing meals and prepare and serve them properly and attractively.
- To uphold and promote the organization's values and philosophy relating particularly to ethics, morality, and integrity.
Cook at Belong Ottawa (2025-04 – Present)
- Maintained an A rating with the Department of Health by standardizing cleaning procedures
- Prepared meals for lunch and dining services with an average of 200 people per day.
- Collaborated with Head Chef on menu design and innovative recipes.
- Leaving clear, accurate notes for the next shift regarding inventory levels, prepped food, or equipment issues.
Cook / placement at Cogir Senior Living Canada (2025-04 – 2025-05)
- Prepared menu items during breakfast, lunch, and dinner according to health regulations and restaurant standards
- Labeled, organized, and re-stocked food & supply items 2 times per week, reducing food waste by 28%
- Maintained a clean work area and sanitizing station by washing, drying, and sanitizing tools and surfaces
- Work along side with the chef and diatery aid as term
Cook at Farm boy (2024-01 – 2025-04)
- Cook food for customers in a friendly and efficient manner.
- Assist in food preparation and cooking as required, following established recipes and guidelines.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of the kitchen and dish area adhering to health and safety regulations.
- Handle food items safely, ensuring proper storage and handling techniques are followed.
- Collaborate with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and service.
- Provide excellent customer service by addressing guest inquiries and concerns promptly.
Fruit Juice/ Smoothies produce at Haile Selassies Hotel (2017-01 – 2020-12)
- Prepared and organized workstations for daily juicing operations.
- Crafted fresh juices according to customer orders, ensuring quality and taste.
- Maintained cleanliness and compliance with hygiene standards throughout the production process.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to ensure availability of fresh ingredients
- Maintain food safety standards
Cook at Chefvys Fast food / Restaurant (2014-03 – 2016-12)
- Washing, peeling, chopping vegetables, and portioning ingredients for the main cooks.
- Setting up salad bars, buffet lines, or tray lines for service.
- Unloading food deliveries, rotating stock using the FIFO (First In, First Out) method, and organizing walk-in coolers.
- Prepare entrée and appetizer ingredients, using precision trimming skills to de-bone poultry and maximize meat yield
- Monitor food storage to ensure optimal freshness, helping reduce spoilage by 14%
- Measure and regulate oven, broiler, and roaster temperatures to ensure cooking at correct temperatures
- Sanitize working surfaces, utensils, and kitchen equipment in accordance with kitchen safety regulations
- Manage and track ingredients, rotating stock as necessary to reduce seasonal food costs by 11%
