Aaron Roberts
Jeffersonville,IN
Summary
A detail-oriented chef trying to change career paths. Looking to use my skills to excel in a more technical environment.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver
Stay home Dad
Jeffersonville, IN
07.2022 - Current
General Laborer
Before M Construction
Louisville, KY
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed while working onsite.
- Moved heavy objects using dollies, carts, hoists, or other manual labor techniques.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific tasks that needed to be completed.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to complete construction projects.
- Assisted tradespeople with tasks such as measuring, cutting, and preparing materials.
- Cleaned tools, equipment, and work areas in order to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Removed debris from construction sites and disposed of it properly.
- Performed general maintenance duties such as painting walls or installing insulation.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
Kitchen Manager
Eternal Optimist Hospitality
01.2014 - 10.2019
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
- Evaluated employee performance through observation of work habits, attitude toward customers and adherence to company policies.
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
Sous Chef
The Brown Hotel
Louisville, KY
11.2011 - 02.2014
- Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the kitchen.
- Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Developed daily specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.
Sous Chef
Rye on Market
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Helped lead a small team creating new menu daily
- Hired and develop housekeeping staff.
- Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in service or product quality.
- Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Developed daily specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.
- Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members in an efficient manner.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
Education
Studied English and Philosophy until my senior year when I left to pursue a career in the culinary field. -
Western Kentucky University
01.2008
Worked toward degree while working in leadership roles in the culinary field. -
Sullivan University
Skills
- Excel in high pressure team environments
- Adaptable to changing work environments
- Team leader
- Respectful & driven
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteered doing data entry for Clark Memorial Health Care to help get people vaccinated against Covid-19.
- I have been a stay at home dad the last three years and have found a supply of patience I didn’t know I had.
Timeline
Caregiver
Stay home Dad
07.2022 - Current
General Laborer
Before M Construction
01.2020 - 07.2022
Kitchen Manager
Eternal Optimist Hospitality
01.2014 - 10.2019
Sous Chef
The Brown Hotel
11.2011 - 02.2014
Sous Chef
Rye on Market
01.2011 - 01.2014
Studied English and Philosophy until my senior year when I left to pursue a career in the culinary field. -
Western Kentucky University
Worked toward degree while working in leadership roles in the culinary field. -
Sullivan University