Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Vicky Boyd

Hamilton,WKO

Summary

Driven chef and animal care specialist with a proven track record at Grumpy Baker, enhancing food quality and kitchen efficiency. Expert in nutrition knowledge and meal preparation, coupled with exceptional communication skills, leading to increased customer satisfaction. Mastered food safety and sanitation, achieving significant improvements in culinary service and animal well-being.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Kennel Attendant

Newsted Lodge
02.2024 - 07.2024
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary kennel environment through daily cleaning tasks, ensuring the comfort and well-being of all animals.
  • Monitored and maintained food and water of boarded animals according to animal dietary health guidelines.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing attentive and compassionate service during pet drop-offs and pickups.
  • Demonstrated a strong commitment to animal care by working flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Chef

Grumpy Baker
02.2023 - 10.2023
  • 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.

Doggie Daycare Attendant

Paws at Home
02.2022 - 02.2023
  • Contributed to a welcoming atmosphere by greeting clients professionally at drop-off and pick-up times while addressing any questions or concerns they had.
  • Developed strong relationships with pet owners by providing regular updates on their pets'' activities, behavior, and well-being during daycare stays.
  • Maintained detailed records of each pet''s history, preferences, and medical information, promoting individualized care for every dog in our facility.
  • Assisted in organizing special events and promotions to increase customer engagement and attract new clients to the daycare facility.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing excellent care and attention to pets during daycare hours.

Chef

Future Kids
05.2021 - 02.2022

Cooking nutritious meals for the children including Baking snacks

Education

Certificate On Cookery , Hamilton, WKO
11.2011

Certificate In Cookery -

Wintec, Hamilton, WKO
11.2010

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Knife Skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food quality
  • Kitchen Management
  • Food presentation
  • Meal Preparation
  • Effective Communications
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Ingredient Knowledge
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Allergen awareness
  • Menu development
  • Banquets and catering
  • Menu Planning
  • Nutrition knowledge
  • Cost Control
  • Performance Improvement
  • Vegetarian Cooking
  • Food spoilage prevention
  • New Hire Training
  • Pantry restocking
  • Purchasing
  • Vegan Cooking
  • Order delivery practices
  • Food Storage
  • Cleaning and sanitation
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food Safety
  • Food Prep Planning

Timeline

Kennel Attendant - Newsted Lodge
02.2024 - 07.2024
Chef - Grumpy Baker
02.2023 - 10.2023
Doggie Daycare Attendant - Paws at Home
02.2022 - 02.2023
Chef - Future Kids
05.2021 - 02.2022
Certificate On Cookery - ,
Wintec - Certificate In Cookery,
Vicky Boyd