Head Chef
M/Y Lady Pegasus 40m Westport
12.2020 - 12.2022
Hi, I’m
Alex Jepson
Fort Lauderdale,Florida
Summary
Dedicated and skilled head chef with a passion for culinary excellence. Committed to upholding integrity and professionalism in all aspects of the role. Seeking opportunities to further develop cuisine and abilities while contributing to the seamless operation of all departments. Known for cleanliness, organization, and teamwork, excelling at remaining calm under pressure. Excellent management skills and a humble attitude prioritize crew well-being and consistently deliver high-quality food.
Work History
M/Y Lady Pegasus 40m Westport
Head Chef
12.2020 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes
- Breakfast, lunch and Dinner for crew of 9
- Themed dinners for Charters and Owners
- Managed off site events
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
- menu development and planning with Chief Stewardess
- Cleaning and preparation for successful yacht sale
M/Y Waterford, 112' Westport
Head Chef
Job overview
- Purveying, Menu Planning and cooking for crew of 5
- 4 course dinners 250 days a year (up to 12 guests)
- Lunches
- Creating canapés and hors d'oeuvres for cocktail hour
- Inventory & Cost Control
- Occasional cooking for owners at private estate
- Large Parties (25 people)
- Managing diets & restrictions
- Table-side demonstrations for entertainment, wine pairings with food
- Freelanced for seasonal East Coast charter 3 years.
M/Y Double Down, 213' Codecasa
Freelance Head Chef
Job overview
- 20 Crew
- Private and Charter
- Located Ft Lauderdale
- Crew Meals and Guest Meals
- Responsible for managing Sous Chef.
M/Y H, Bahamas, 142' Benetti
Freelance Chef
Job overview
- 8 Crew
- Charter
- Traveled many different islands in Bahamas
- 10 Guests with 3 meal periods.
M/Y Lampin, Miami, FL, 106' San Lorenzo
Freelance Chef
Job overview
- Kosher
- 5 Crew and 4 Family plus guests
- One-week Charter for private family
- Provisioned to prepare for Bahama Charter.
M/Y M4, New England, 131'
Relief Head Chef
Job overview
- Relief Chef for one-week charter
- 8 crew and 7 Guests
- Had to think on my feet because galley was already stocked for different chefs' menu
- Multiple Course Meals and Beach Lunches.
Estate Chef, East Hampton, Long Island, NY
Head Chef
Job overview
- 4 Crew and 12 Guests
- Oversaw Special events for Celebrity Clientele, On and Offsite Food Preparations, Menu Development & Supervision of Staff
- Appetizers for 80-person pool party
- Provisioned a rental house that had nothing at the beginning in just 3 days
- Maintained multiple Meals Daily with many dietary restrictions and specific diets.
Hotel Covington Coppin's Restaurant, Covington, Kentucky
Executive Chef
07.2016 - 07.2018
Job overview
- Newly opened 114 room boutique hotel
- Seasonal Menu Changes & Daily Specials
- Produced and managed daily family meal for 60 Employees
- Managed 27 employees, scheduling, hiring, training programs
- Facilitating & planning elaborate weddings, buffets, themed dinners, corporate events and room service
- Customize Menu Planning for Clients
- Inventory & Budgeting, Labor and Food Cost Control, Procurement of Product & Equipment, Enhancing Overall Guest Experience through Personable Interaction and Reviews.
Estate Chef, Fort Lauderdale, FL & Napa, CA
Executive Chef
03.2015 - 01.2016
Job overview
- Executive Chef- Quantum Limits Vineyard
- Lunch and Dinner for family of 5
- Menu Planning & Development, Food Purveying, Inventory Control, Cost Control, Scheduled General Cleaning and Repairs
- Assisted with property management on 80-acre vineyard
- Multiple course dinners for high-clientele and special occasions
- Had the privilege to study California Wine and assist with the harvest
- Maintained strict diets and health restrictions.
Rookwood Restaurant, Cincinnati, OH
Executive Chef
09.2011 - 06.2013
Job overview
- Casual Formal 250 Seat Restaurant with Bar
- Managed 16 employees, Scheduling, Hiring, Training programs
- Facilitate & Plan Elaborate Weddings, Buffets, Themed Dinners, Corporate Events & Holiday Parties
- Customize Menu Planning for Clients
- Seasonal Menu Changes & Daily Specials.
Education
Cincinnati State Midwest Culinary Cincinnati, OH
Associate of Arts from Culinary Arts
02.2011
Skills
- Dietary Restrictions
- Kosher
- Allergy Conscious
- Popular Diet Trends
- Large Parties
- Menu Planning
- Adaptable
- Banquets and catering
- Food Safety Regulations
- Cost Control and Budgeting
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 01/04/86
- Passport Expire: 2033
- Nationality: US/American Citizen
- Driver License: Valid through 01/26
Health/personal life
- Single, Physically Fit, No Visible Tattoos
Qualifications
- STCW '95
- ENG 1 Medical
- Food Service Sanitation
- Midwest Culinary Institute, Cincinnati, OH -2009
- Level 2 Food Handling
Cuisine
- American Comfort
- Italian
- French
- Thai/ Asian
- South American
- Indian
- North African
- Japanese
Hobbies and Interests
Kite Surfing, Snorkeling, Fishing, Travel, Reading, Fitness, Wine Knowledge
Availability
Available, F/P-Time, Rotational, Freelance, Charter
Maritimehistory
- 12/07/20, 12/2022, M/Y Lady Pegasus 40m Westport, Head Chef - South East Coast/ Bahamas
- 02/02/14, 03/15/15, M/Y Waterford, 112' Westport, Head Chef - FL/Key West/East Coast/New England/ Bahamas
Freelancework
- 02/03/19, 03/05/19, M/Y Double Down, 213' Codecasa, Freelance Head Chef
- 12/16/18, 02/04/19, M/Y H, Bahamas, 142' Benetti, Freelance Chef
- 11/11/18, 12/07/18, M/Y Lampin, Miami, FL, 106' San Lorenzo, Freelance Chef
- 08/29/18, 09/05/18, M/Y M4, New England, 131', Relief Head Chef
- 08/05/18, 08/29/18, Estate Chef, East Hampton, Long Island, NY, Head Chef
References
- Sean Cabrey, Captain M/Y Waterford, 727 207 4351
- Matt George, Captain M/Y Lady Pegasus, 954 471 5011
- John Carlisle, Captain M/Y, 954 588 8817, CaptainCarlisle@aol.com
Timeline
Executive Chef
Hotel Covington Coppin's Restaurant, Covington, Kentucky
07.2016 - 07.2018
Executive Chef
Estate Chef, Fort Lauderdale, FL & Napa, CA
03.2015 - 01.2016
Executive Chef
Rookwood Restaurant, Cincinnati, OH
09.2011 - 06.2013
Head Chef
M/Y Waterford, 112' Westport
Freelance Head Chef
M/Y Double Down, 213' Codecasa
Freelance Chef
M/Y H, Bahamas, 142' Benetti
Freelance Chef
M/Y Lampin, Miami, FL, 106' San Lorenzo
Relief Head Chef
M/Y M4, New England, 131'
Head Chef
Estate Chef, East Hampton, Long Island, NY
Cincinnati State Midwest Culinary
Associate of Arts from Culinary Arts
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