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Joanne Duchaine

Acton Vale,Québec

Summary

Accomplished Chef-cuisinière with a robust background in culinary arts, demonstrated by a successful tenure at Sépaq Anticosti & Auberge Port-Menier. Expert in food safety and sanitation, alongside exceptional customer service skills. Proven track record of enhancing kitchen operations, reducing food waste by 20%, and leading teams to deliver high-quality culinary creations. Skilled in cooking techniques and fostering a positive work culture.

Overview

45
45
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef-cuisinière

National Excavation
06.2024 - Current

Même Description de tâches

Chef-cuisinière

Sépaq Anticosti & Auberge Port-Menier
03.2025 - 08.2025
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
  • Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
  • Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.

Chef Cuisinière

CSI
04.2023 - 12.2024

Même Description

Chef-cuisinière

Travailleur Autonome - Propriétaire De Restaurant
05.2002 - 05.2020
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.

Étudiante

Institut De L'hôtellerie De Montréal
09.1980 - 06.1981

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Customer service
  • Knife skills
  • Cooking techniques

Timeline

Chef-cuisinière

Sépaq Anticosti & Auberge Port-Menier
03.2025 - 08.2025

Chef-cuisinière

National Excavation
06.2024 - Current

Chef Cuisinière

CSI
04.2023 - 12.2024

Chef-cuisinière

Travailleur Autonome - Propriétaire De Restaurant
05.2002 - 05.2020

Étudiante

Institut De L'hôtellerie De Montréal
09.1980 - 06.1981
Joanne Duchaine