Chris Asuncion
2935-20 Headon Forest Dr. ● Burlington, ON ● L7M 3Z7
Mobile: (519) 575-0324 ● E-mail: cnsasunc@gmail.com
Skills
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Highly organized, and efficient
Creative problem solving skills
Excellent time-management skills
Sound knife skills, and various cookery skills
Bilingual (English and French)
o Obtained French communication skills through French Immersion program in High School
Experience working in a fast-paced, customer-oriented environment
o Gained experience by working in various kitchen settings
Work Experience
September 2015 Present
Student – George Brown Café and The Chef’s House – Toronto, ON
 Gaining exposure in restaurant operations
 Creating and assisting with daily entrée 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
January – May 2014
Planning Intern – Region of Peel – Brampton, ON
 Collaborated in the review and approval of local official plans and amendments,
research and developed Regional comments and conditions of approval on
various types of planning applications
 Assisted on the reviews of development applications in urban and rural areas
including rezoning, site plan, minor variance, consent/land severance applications
in all three of Peel's local municipalities - Brampton, Mississauga and Caledon
 Frequently communicated with clients over phone, and via e-mail regarding
approval matters at various stages of the development review process
Volunteer and Stage Experience
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
September 2006
Volunteer - Burlington Basketball – Burlington, ON
 Evaluated players on their performance with team coaches
 Managed equipment set up and storage for games and practices
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
Planning - University of Waterloo - Waterloo, ON
September 2006 –
June 2010
Ontario Secondary School Diploma – M.M. Robinson High School - Burlington, ON
Awards and Certifications
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Dean’s List (3.78 GPA) – George Brown College
Canadian Red Cross - Emergency First Aid CPR/AED (Level C)
Smart Serve Certificate
Food Handler’s 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
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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