Chef
Resume:
Damion Durrant
Brampton, ON
ad497s@r.postjobfree.com
• 5 + years’ experience in the food manufacturing industry, and in a unionized environment.
• 6 years in a Supervisory role.
• Working knowledge of food and meat plant regulatory standards (CFIA, etc.), GMP, HACCP, BRC,
food safety, food quality, etc.
• Strong knowledge of safety practices and whims procedures.
• Previous cafe/bakery experience in the food industry
• Strong knowledge of bakery/restaurant operations, including kitchen procedures, food handling, and
safety protocols
• Proficient in various CAD design software AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor and UG,GD&T.
• Sound knowledge in Microsoft Office Word, PowerPoint, Excel.
• Highly organized, able to prioritize, multitask and meet tight deadlines.
• Self - motivated with excellent ability to work well independently, under pressure or as well as a
team player.
• Strong analytical individual with new innovative ideas to contribute to a team/ industry/ company.
• Enthusiastic individual who adapts quickly to a fast learning and challenging environment.
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Personal Details
Highest Level of Education: AEC / DEP or Skilled Trade Certificate
Total years of experience: 20
Work Experience
Building maintenance/Construction Supervisor
Strong Arm Buildings and House Renovation Services. - Ontario
2019 to 2024
• Demo, tiling, sub flooring, sanding,doors, painting,baseboard, Drywall installation and more.
• Experience using all types of power tools.
• Working in extreme temperatures.
• Building maintenance.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Equipment installation.
• Very flexible Working various shifts.
• Clean driving abstract / clean driving record.
• Full G driver license.
• Experience driving different types of trucks / pickup trucks, stake trucks, Ford, Ram, GMC / 1500,
2500, 3500
• 3 years’ experience driving a 16’-18’ box truck
• Frequent bending, lifting/carrying up to 70lbs.
• Mixing concrete.
Head Chef/Kitchen Manager
Golden Krust Caribbean Restaurant - Brampton, ON
2018 to 2023
• Recruite and manage kitchen staff
• Plan and direct food preparation and culinary activities
• Estimate required products needed (daily and weekly)
• Arrange for equipment purchases and repairs.
• Consult with clients regarding catering.
• Strong knowledge of bakery/restaurant operations, including kitchen procedures, food handling, and
safety protocols
• Prepare and cook complete meals and specialty foods for catering events.
• Estimate food requirements and food and labor costs.
• Keep time records of sanitation regulations and safety standards.
• Maintain a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers.
• Performed administrative duties and rectify arising problems or complaints.
CNC Lead Hand
Madd Elevator Inc - Mississauga, ON
2014 to 2019
Prepare plan and assigned tasks to each employee to achieve production
targets
• Asure all manufactured components are met by required company standards
• Knowledge of hydraulics equipment
• Assisting with repairs and adjustments of processing equipment
• Providing training to new employees
• Communicate job expectations,plan and monitor job results
• Hvac
• Capable of working independently
• Team player
• Mechanical assembly
• Saved $50,000 in operating costs in the first 60 days by repairing and servicing of equipments
Chef
Jerk & B.B.Q Haven - Mississauga, ON
2013 to 2015
• Prepare and serve food daily, also for caterings and specialty functions
• Involved in the everyday operation of the kitchen
• Season a variety of meats to company standards
• Conducting line checks and overseeing the timely rotation of all food products
• Adhered to all food handling & safety procedures
• Maintained a cleaned and sanitized kitchen
Delivery Driver
Sobeys - Ontario
2010 to 2013
• Assemble orders for shipment to customers.
• Required PPE is worn at all times
• Plan and coordinate deliveries in an efficient and timely manner to ensure orders are delivered
according to scheduled times
• Load orders verify them for accuracy
• Retrieve buggies as directed by dispatch and completing the required forms
• Perform daily vehicle maintenance check and accurately update travel log of vehicle millage and
maintenance
Education
High school diploma or GED/ Diploma in Culinary Arts
Sunview college - Mississauga, ON
January 2021 to January 2022
Diploma in CNC
Metro College of Technology Toronto - Toronto, ON
April 2013 to March 2015
High school diploma or GED
Maldon comprehensive high
1995 to 1999
Skills
• Experienced in basic material handling equipment (Hand Crane, Walkie Stacker, Forklift, Crane
Operator)
• Proficient in various CAD design software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Inventor and UG, GD&T)
• Sound knowledge in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Self-motivated with excellent ability to work well independently, as well as a team player
• Enthusiastic individual who adapts quickly to a fast learning and challenging environment
• Kitchen Management Experience
• Catering
• Food Preparation
• Meal Preparation
• Food Safety
• Restaurant Management
• Computer skills
• CAD
• Supervising Experience
• CNC
• Packaging
• Recruiting
• Product Development
• Purchasing
• Shipping & Receiving
• Lean Manufacturing
• Mechanical Knowledge
Certifications and Licenses
CPR Certification
Class G Licence
April 2002 to Present
Culinary Diploma
Present
Chef culinary Diploma
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