Suzanne Benjamin Email & Phone Number

Halifax, Nova Scotia

I honed my Culinary Skills in the Canadian Forces. I have extensive experience in the following fields: Baker, Salad Bar, Sandwich Bar, Line Cook, Supervisor of Shift, Ordering Rations, Invoice Clerk, Kitchen Manager

Highly motivated and dependable Culinary Arts Technician with over 30 years of dedicated service in the Canadian Forces. A proficient problem solver with impeccable initiative. Capable of directing subordinates and inspiring teamwork and productivity. Takes great pride in ensuring the highest standard in quality and meal production.

Constantly evaluated subordinates, providing constructive feedback and encouragement.-Led change with insightful and practical implementation of new cycle menus.-Strong communication skills as demonstrated when providing concise daily departmentalstatus briefs on meal requirements.INVENTORY CONTROL-While deployed on ships was responsible for rotating stock and inventory. Ensuredsustainability of food stock and inventory therefore saving time and money for theCanadian Forces.- Internally ordered food and non-food supplies and inventory. Ensured cooks had requiredsupplies so meal production could run smoothly. COORDINATING MENU'S AND SPECIAL EVENTS-Researched cultural cuisine of locations deployed to and designed and co-ordinatedmenu's to reflect ethnic and Canadian cuisine.-Co-ordinated and designated multiple tasks and work orders that produced superiorresults, such as managing daily meal outputs in addition to VIP functions.TEAMWORK.-Proficient supervisor that promoted the well- being of all co-workers while successfullymotivating a diverse team of individuals-worked with others to effectively ensure that the quality of meals were to a highstandard.