Anna Gonta
Winnepeg
Summary
Dependable Cook's Assistant committed to speedy, efficient and high-quality kitchen help. High standards for cleanliness with willingness to take on extra tasks to maintain excellent service. Trained in meal preparation with knowledge of menu planning and inventory management.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Cook
restaurant "Paper Moon Giardino"
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Prepped ingredients using blenders, mixers and slicers to achieve recipe requirements.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed recipes closely for consistent taste, quality and presentation.
Assistant Cook
restaurant "Bagno Annetta"
05.2017 - 01.2019
- Washed, peeled, and cut fruits and vegetables in advance to save time on food preparation.
- Portioned meals according to recipe specifications, limiting kitchen waste.
- Monitored food quality and temperature for safe consumption.
- Worked on salads, desserts and meat preparation to increase kitchen speed.
Caregiver, Special Needs
Self-Employment
10.2009 - 04.2017
- Prepared meals and snacks and fed clients.
- Assisted clients through seizures and while monitoring and recording seizure activity.
- Helped with home management tasks, meal preparation, grocery shopping and routine cleaning.
- Communicated well both verbally and in writing with clients, guardians and medical professionals.
- Facilitated interactions with clients through communication aids.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation and medication reminders.
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization and activity while providing personal care assistance.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
Assistant Cook
restaurant "Praga"
12.2007 - 08.2009
- Prepared food orders to support waitstaff and other team members.
- Worked with chef to prepare daily food specials and other supplies.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economic Education
Galician Academy
Galician Academy 06.2010
High School Diploma -
School Number 1
Ukraine06.2005
Skills
- Issue Resolution
- Guest Inquiries
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Customer Service Excellence
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Team Work
- Creative thinking
- Problem-solving
- Kitchen Operations
- Freshness Control
Languages
Ukrainian, Russian
Native language
English
Advanced
C1
Italian
Proficient
C2
Czech
Advanced
C1
Timeline
Assistant Cook
restaurant "Paper Moon Giardino"
01.2019 - 12.2022
Assistant Cook
restaurant "Bagno Annetta"
05.2017 - 01.2019
Caregiver, Special Needs
Self-Employment
10.2009 - 04.2017
Assistant Cook
restaurant "Praga"
12.2007 - 08.2009
Bachelor of Science - Economic Education
Galician Academy
High School Diploma -
School Number 1
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