Adam Irvin
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Motivated Sous Chef polished in keeping kitchen staff on task and handling high-volume work. Knowledgeable about sourcing ingredients, maintaining budgets and maximizing customer satisfaction. Works with management to analyze food costs and forecast business trends to meet company goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Pizzaria La Gitana
Olympia , Washington
03.2024 - Current
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify necessary repairs or replacements.
- Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
Chef/Manager
Steamboat Grill and Greens
Olympia, WA
10.2022 - 02.2024
- Created menus based on seasonal ingredients and customer preferences.
- Developed and implemented training programs for kitchen staff to ensure proper food handling, safety, and sanitation practices were followed.
- Supervised all kitchen operations, including ordering supplies and equipment maintenance.
- Monitored costs associated with food production and labor expenses to maintain budgetary goals.
- Maintained accurate records of food orders placed from suppliers as well as invoices received from vendors.
Sous Chef
To Busy To Cook Catering
Fife , WA
03.2022 - Current
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Established and maintained regular maintenance schedule, keeping kitchen tools and equipment in operable condition.
Food Truck Manager
La Cocina de Jalisco
Fife, WA
06.2022 - 10.2022
- Assigned tasks to associates to fit skill levels and maximize team performance.
- Exercised good judgment and decision-making in escalating concerns and resolving issues.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Developed and implemented appropriate plans to resolve unfavorable trends and enhance sales.
Sous Chef
Bar Bistro
Tacoma, WA
04.2018 - 11.2021
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Directed staff in restaurant kitchen and field to maintain department objectives, standards, guidelines and budget.
- Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
- Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Assisted with interviewing, hiring and training kitchen personnel.
Lead Line Cook
Oak Brook Country Club
Stillicom, WA
04.2018 - 11.2018
- Prepared sandwiches, specialty items and custom orders to meet guest requests.
- Prepared garnishes for later use in meal production.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
Lead Line Cook
Bar Bistro
Tacoma, WA
07.2013 - 08.2018
- Maintained hygienic kitchen with regular mopping, disinfecting workspace and washing utensils and glassware.
- Improved employee performance by providing constructive suggestions and encouragement.
- Assisted in food inventory and control while properly receiving and storing delivered items.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
Pierce College
Puyallup, WA06.2016
High School Diploma -
Franklin Pierce High School
Tacoma, WA06.2013
Skills
- Garnishing and Plating
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Detail Oriented
- Line Inspections
- Menu Planning
- Supervising Food Prep
- Portion Control
- Kitchen Management
- Cost Control and Budgeting
- Restaurant Operations
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Pizzaria La Gitana
03.2024 - Current
Chef/Manager
Steamboat Grill and Greens
10.2022 - 02.2024
Food Truck Manager
La Cocina de Jalisco
06.2022 - 10.2022
Sous Chef
To Busy To Cook Catering
03.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
Bar Bistro
04.2018 - 11.2021
Lead Line Cook
Oak Brook Country Club
04.2018 - 11.2018
Lead Line Cook
Bar Bistro
07.2013 - 08.2018
Associate of Arts - Business
Pierce College
High School Diploma -
Franklin Pierce High School
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