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Aaron McElyea

Arvada,CO

Summary

With 10+ years of experience in the food and beverage industry and an additional 3 years in customer service, I offer a strong-willed and self-motivated approach to work. Keen awareness of surroundings and attention to detail enable effective navigation of any situation with clarity and determination. Thrived in high-pressure, fast-paced environments, demonstrating adaptability to seamlessly tackle challenges.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sous Chef

Legacy Ridge Golf Course
07.2022 - Current
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
  • Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with front-of-house management teams to address any potential issues before they escalated into larger problems affecting overall guest satisfaction levels.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing guest concerns or special dietary requests, building loyalty among returning clientele.

Deli Manager

Mountain Classic Deli & Cafe
07.2020 - 08.2021
  • Managed supply chain functions for deli supplies, ingredients and merchandise.
  • Maintained an organized workspace, facilitating efficient workflow and reduced preparation time.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring product freshness and implementing proper rotation practices.
  • Trained, supervised and evaluated deli staff to align compliance with health and safety regulations.

Delivery driver

Doordash/Grubhub
03.2020 - 01.2021
  • Picking up delivery orders and dropping them off to customer in a timely fashion
  • Communicating with business employees and customers
  • Operating a motor vehicle to travel miles around the city
  • Keeping orders fresh and at proper temperature

Line Cook

Patty Jewett
07.2018 - 08.2020
  • Ensured safe food handling by inspecting equipment and work surfaces.
  • Maintain safe and accurate thermal conditions for food preparation.
  • Season and cook food based on recipes.
  • Arranged portions and added garnishes to meals.

Banquet Server/Cook

Wyndham Grand Hotel
05.2016 - 12.2017
  • Ensured high satisfaction levels for large customer groups.
  • Handled various customer requests effectively.
  • Handled silverware arrangement tasks.
  • Coordinated the setup of expansive event spaces to accommodate numerous attendees.
  • Collaborating with banquet team and kitchen staff to maintain exceptional dining experience.
  • Served appetizers, delivered entrees, and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
  • Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while maintaining composure under pressure in fast-paced banquet environments.
  • Completed post-event tasks such as cleaning, breakdown, and inventory management to prepare for future banquets efficiently.

Crew Member

Wendys Fast Food
05.2013 - 08.2015
  • Worked front counter, drive-thru and other areas.
  • Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing friendly and efficient service at the register.
  • Kept food preparation area, equipment, and utensils clean and sanitary.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication and teamwork among staff members.

Education

General Studies

Cheyenne Mountain
Colorado Springs, CO
05.2012

Skills

  • Mindful Awareness
  • Critical Thinker
  • Analytical
  • Kitchen leadership
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Safe food handling
  • Food presentation
  • Kitchen organization

Certification

  • Food Safety Manager Certification

Timeline

Sous Chef

Legacy Ridge Golf Course
07.2022 - Current

Deli Manager

Mountain Classic Deli & Cafe
07.2020 - 08.2021

Delivery driver

Doordash/Grubhub
03.2020 - 01.2021

Line Cook

Patty Jewett
07.2018 - 08.2020

Banquet Server/Cook

Wyndham Grand Hotel
05.2016 - 12.2017

Crew Member

Wendys Fast Food
05.2013 - 08.2015

General Studies

Cheyenne Mountain

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