Adam Muehling
Austin,TX
Summary
Enthusiastic leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with a diverse knowledge of different cuisines, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Passion for positive interpersonall realtionships with team memebers to insure company growth and development. Seasoned Executive Chef with 18 years of culinary experience. Excelent communication skills with the ability to effectively share information and express my passion for food and cooking techiniques.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef Partner/General Manager/Owner
Oakmont Food Company
03.2020 - Current
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency and reduced food waste through strategic planning and organization.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Managed budgeting and financial reporting for the restaurant, ensuring profitability while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Developed and maintained a strong team of motivated staff by providing ongoing training and development opportunities.
- Continued focus on growth as a company, even though opening was during Covid pandemic.
Executive Chef
Crave Catering
02.2006 - 10.2019
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Sucessfully executed large scale, high end caterings
- Helped company grow to be one of the top catering companies in Austin, Texas. Revenue tripled during the 13 years with the company.
- Fostered a positive working environment among kitchen team members that encouraged collaboration, creativity, and open communication.
- Conduncted large scale cooking demonstrations for events with knowledge of cooking techiques and execptional public speaking.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Austin
Austin, TX03.2004
Bachelor of Arts - Interpersonal Communication
Purdue University/Charles University
West Lafayette, IN/Prague Czech Republic12.2002
Skills
- Staff Supervision
- Budget Development
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Operations Oversight
- Team Collaboration
- Staff Recruiting and Hiring
- Problem-Solving
- Restaurant Operations
- Inventory Management
Timeline
Executive Chef Partner/General Manager/Owner
Oakmont Food Company
03.2020 - Current
Executive Chef
Crave Catering
02.2006 - 10.2019
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts - Austin
Bachelor of Arts - Interpersonal Communication
Purdue University/Charles University