ABRAHAM CONNERS-JOHNSON
Syracuse,New York
Summary
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Turning Stone Resort and Casino
02.2024 - Current
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
- Assisted in budget planning and cost management efforts, helping the establishment maintain profitability without sacrificing quality or service standards.
- Enhanced overall restaurant efficiency by streamlining kitchen operations and implementing effective time management strategies.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
Executive Sous Chef
Morrison Healthcare
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Implemented effective safety protocols which resulted in a consistently clean and hazard-free kitchen environment.
- Increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of exceptional dishes, resulting in positive reviews.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to design seasonal menus that showcased diverse flavors and techniques.
- Ensured timely and accurate completion of all necessary food service documentation, including inventory records, order forms, and financial statements.
- Enforced strict adherence to portion control guidelines as part of cost-saving measures without compromising on customer satisfaction.
- Supervised daily operations effectively by delegating tasks appropriately among team members based on skill level and workload capacity.
- Worked closely with dieticians to accommodate specific dietary restrictions, ensuring optimal nutrition for all patients.
- Coordinated special events catering services within the facility, exceeding client expectations while remaining within budget constraints.
Assistant Food Director
Central Solution Services
06.2022 - 01.2023
- Responsible for assisting and supporting the Food Service Director with daily operations
- Oversee inventory and ordering for the food & nutrition department, ensuring the team executes production procedures, recipes, and therapeutic diets.
- Meal Tracker experience, knowledge of local, state, and federal Regulatory Compliance, as well as adherence to all sanitation and HACCP procedures
- Overseeing staff schedule and supporting cook's line as needed
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
Warehousing Worker
Target
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Responsible for following all safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe working environment for all team members
- Work safely, quickly, and efficiently to handle freight and move inventory throughout the warehouse while maintaining a neat, clean, and organized area
- Reported to work on time to complete job tasks as assigned accurately and on time, while engaging in problem solving to support continuous improvement
- Trained and certified on all powered equipment
Executive Chef
Downtown Social
02.2021 - 09.2021
- Contract job (Under Edwards)
- Planned and directed food preparation and culinary activities while modifying and creating new menus that meet quality standards
- Supervised, orchestrated kitchen staff's activities and led the recruitment process
- Rectified any problems that arose along with performing administrative duties
- Maintained a positive and professional approach with coworkers and customers
Assistant Manager
Edwards Market
12.2020 - 09.2021
- Developed and maintained creative store layouts and product merchandising
- Worked with Manager to achieve sales, purchasing, and labor targets
- Functioned as point person in absence of Manager
- Maintained awareness of customer flows and needs while maintaining good relationships with vendors, customers, and fellow team members
Line Cook
Alto Cinco
10.2019 - 12.2020
- Assisted the supervision of all line production, ensuring compliance with the owners specs and standards
- Responsible for preparing, seasoning, finishing, and garnishing all food in kitchen preparation
- Able to follow recipes and adhere to food allergies/restrictions
- Demonstrated knowledge of food safety, leadership, and good judgement of quantity, quality, and production
Banquet Chef
Bellevue Country Club
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Set up stations and collect all necessary supplies to prepare menu for service
- Prepared a variety of foods; meat, seafood, poultry, vegetable, and cold food items
- Constant use of safe and hygienic food handling practices
- Practiced reliability, attention detail, profound organization, self motivation, extreme sense of urgency and momentum
- Assisted executive Chef and Sous Chef with duties
Sous Chef
Edwards Market
09.2016 - 06.2019
- Developed and created food specials while following health and safety guidelines
- Operated and managed markets deli, bakery, butchery, and grocery
- Responsible for markets appearance and quality of product and services
- Second in command in catering business
- Filled in any position as flex, as well as training any new hires
- Acted as point when Manager was absent
Line Cook
Applebees
06.2014 - 09.2016
- Operated all kitchen equipment, maintained food safety and sanitation standards, trained on broil, grill, fryer, prep, and expo
- Maintained a clean and safe work area, including dishes, equipment and utensils
- Followed recipes and ensured ingredients and final products were fresh
Pizza Cook
Pizza Hut
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Prepared pizza, cooked to customers satisfaction
- Monitored inventory and communicated with supervisor on stock and supplies
- Followed all food health and safety requirements
- Cross trained in other positions within reason
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Onondaga Community College
Syracuse, NY06-2021
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Food presentation
- Menu Planning
- Customer Service
- Detail Oriented
- Butchery skills
- Employee Scheduling
- Catering background
- Special dietary requirements
- Quality Assurance
References
- Tommy Festa, previous employer, (518) 812-7087
- Lou Ruscitto-Donato, previous employer, (315) 313-9158
- Richard Skoyec, previous employer, (941) 704-0340
Certification
ServSafe Manager (Exp. 2025)
ServSafe Instructor & Proctor
Timeline
Sous Chef
Turning Stone Resort and Casino
02.2024 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
Morrison Healthcare
01.2023 - 01.2024
Assistant Food Director
Central Solution Services
06.2022 - 01.2023
Warehousing Worker
Target
08.2021 - 06.2022
Executive Chef
Downtown Social
02.2021 - 09.2021
Assistant Manager
Edwards Market
12.2020 - 09.2021
Line Cook
Alto Cinco
10.2019 - 12.2020
Banquet Chef
Bellevue Country Club
06.2019 - 02.2020
Sous Chef
Edwards Market
09.2016 - 06.2019
Line Cook
Applebees
06.2014 - 09.2016
Pizza Cook
Pizza Hut
01.2011 - 01.2014
ServSafe Manager (Exp. 2025)
ServSafe Instructor & Proctor
Associate of Applied Science - Business Administration
Onondaga Community College
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