DELANO REID
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Line Cook
Goddart Catering
12.2022 - Current
Senior Line Cook
Union Grill and Bar
03.2022 - 11.2022
Senior Line Cook
Kimpton Seafire Hotel & Spa
06.2018 - 01.2020
- Full time position as Senior Line Cook: prep, cook, and plating of meals in the following restaurants:
- Avecita Restaurant - preparing Authentic Spanish Gastronomy cuisines
- Ave Restaurant - preparing modern Mediterranean cuisines
Senior Chef de Partie
Prima @ Royal Palms
11.2016 - 01.2018
- Full-time position as Senior Chef de Partie:
- Planning of all menus, costing, stock control, and storage procedures, knowledge of kitchen equipment maintenance, and training of chefs, paying attention to detail, positive attitude, calm under pressure, excellent team leader and a team player
- Remote island management, ordering in advance, shipping and air freight procedures
- Mass volume production of daytime menu for cruise ship customers
Pump Operator
WATER
05.2012 - 10.2015
- Streamlined workflow processes for improved efficiency in the management of pump systems.
- Managed emergency situations effectively, minimizing damage to equipment and ensuring safety at all times.
- Conducted comprehensive testing procedures to verify proper functioning of newly installed or repaired pump systems before returning them to service.
- Optimized pump performance through regular inspection, cleaning, and lubrication of equipment components.
Store Keeper
University of the West Indies
09.2010 - 07.2012
- Improved inventory accuracy by conducting regular stock checks and maintaining updated records.
- Received product shipments and organized in stockroom storage area.
- Ordered goods from various vendors to maintain store merchandise levels.
- Enhanced store organization by implementing effective storage solutions and space utilization techniques.
Education
The Priory High School
Pembroke Hall High School
Certificate -
Boulevard Baptist Heart/NTA Skills Training Centre
11.2024
Skills
- Time management
- HACCP
- Plating Skills
- Menu planning
- Food Knowledge
- Costing
- Working under pressure
- Organize
- Basic Food Hygiene
- Attention to detail
- Highly motivated
Timeline
Senior Line Cook
Goddart Catering
12.2022 - Current
Senior Line Cook
Union Grill and Bar
03.2022 - 11.2022
Senior Line Cook
Kimpton Seafire Hotel & Spa
06.2018 - 01.2020
Senior Chef de Partie
Prima @ Royal Palms
11.2016 - 01.2018
Pump Operator
WATER
05.2012 - 10.2015
Store Keeper
University of the West Indies
09.2010 - 07.2012
Pembroke Hall High School
Certificate -
Boulevard Baptist Heart/NTA Skills Training Centre
The Priory High School
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