Chris Asuncion
Skills
Elevated understanding of organization, and efficiency
Meticulous attention to detail
Creative problem solving skills
Excellent time-management skills
Sound knife skills, and various cookery skills
Fluent in English, French and part-fluent in Spanish
Experience working in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment
o Gained experience by working in various kitchen settings
Work Experience
January April
2016
International Student Holiday Inn (Panama Canal) Clayton,
Panam
Prepare daily specials, buffet menu items, and la carte
dishes
Monitor buffet, maintain cleanliness, and interact with guests
International Student Westin Playa Bonita Veracruz, Panam
Worked in various outlets of the hotel including la carte fine
dining, banquets, and garde manger
Assisted with daily mise-en-place, line set-up, and kitchen
organization
September 2015 - Student George Brown Caf and The Chefs House Toronto, ON
Present
Gaining exposure in restaurant operations
Creating and assisting with daily entre specials
Working various stations, and preparing the mise-en-place
April
September 2015
2nd Cook Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise (Lakeview Lounge) Lake
Louise, AB
Created hot and cold dishes quickly and efficiently in a high
volume restaurant (600-800 covers per day)
Maintained levels of bread, pastries, and meat on a daily basis
Handled allergies, and special diet requests under direct
supervision of the Chef
November 2014
April 2015
Sales Associate/Cashier Banana Republic Burlington, ON
Provided efficient and knowledgeable service on store
merchandise
Replenished stock, and assisted with store visuals
June September
2014
Sous Chef G.B. Catering (Camp Kwasind) Muskoka Lakes, ON
Supervised a team of kitchen helpers and delegated
appropriate tasks
Prepared various paperwork including ordering, inventory,
feeding records, temperature logs, and timesheets
Cooked main courses and special diet meals for 150+ campers
and staff members
Volunteer and Stage Experience
February 13th,
2016
Stage - Donde Jos Panama City, Panam
Assisted in plating an 8-course tasting menu at the Chefs
Table
October 10th,
2015
Stage Brux House Hamilton, ON
Shadowed the appetizers and garde manger station
September 2009
April 2010
Member of Student Council - M.M. Robinson High School
Burlington, ON
Member of Communications Committee
Education
September 2014 Present
Candidate for Ontario College Diploma (Culinary
Management)
George Brown College Toronto, ON
Relevant Courses
o CMDI 1202-1204: Culinary Foundations, Essentials, and
Principles
Provided with a firm understanding of preparation,
cookery, and theory of various products including
vegetables, grains and legumes, sauces and soups,
and various proteins
o CMDI 2028: Patisserie Production and Management
Instructed on basic baking techniques, theory, and
dessert plating
Baked various breads, cookies, cakes, and puff
pastries
September 2011
May 2014
September 2006
June 2010
Planning - University of Waterloo - Waterloo, ON
Ontario Secondary School Diploma M.M. Robinson High
School - Burlington, ON
Awards and Certifications
Recipient of S.P.E.R. (Shelagh Penelope Elaine Roberson) Achievement Award
Deans List (3.78 GPA) George Brown College
Canadian Red Cross - Emergency First Aid CPR/AED (Level C)
Smart Serve Certificate
Food Handlers Certificate
WHMIS (Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System) certified
G.B. Catering Scholarship Recipient
Merit Scholarship from University of Waterloo
Honour roll (> 80% academic average) 2006-2011
Certificate of studies in French Immersion program from M.M. Robinson High
School
Hobbies & Interests
Extracurricular involvement:
o Waterloo Music Club, Member and Guitar Teacher 2011-Present
o Varsity basketball 2006-2010
o Varsity Track and field, 100m, 200m, 4x100m relay 2009
o Section leader in Concert Band 2006-2007
Sports (Basketball, football, soccer, track and field)
Guitar
Music
References
Available upon request
