Alex Marlay
Professional Chef
Palomar Mountain,CA
Summary
My Vision is to elevate the energy of a cooking team & serving staff with my Leadership and Professional Chef abilities by being your next Sou Chef. I plan to bring an even higher standard of consistent quality performance with food quality and staff output by being a roll model of integral excellence. I ask to work with a great company, a team that is ready to take themselves to the next level, and work with a genuine and knowledgeable head chef in a spirit of perfect harmony.
What I bring to the table is a heart of service and dedication to excellence, absolute confidence to deliver consistent high quality meals for guest, a business mind with clarity of vision, knack for food presentation, and leadership skills that stand out as a true professional...enhancing the positive atmosphere of every kitchen environment that I have worked in.
Just recently, I have been the Personal Head Chef at the famous Palomar Mt Observatory, where we served high quality 5 star restaurant food of all ethnic back grounds. Including Indian, Chinese, Italian, French, Mexican, Thai, and more!
Before I was the Head Chef, there were no systems to food inventory or food service. After I arrived, we totally and completely transformed the entire space to be a high performance kitchen serving some of the best food ever (not to mention revamping all the systems and procedures)!
Two testimonials we got consistently are..."this is seriously the best food I have eaten!" & "Out of all the observatories worldwide, this is the best food out of all of them!"
Now, I am ready to take myself and a team of cooks to the next level of personal and professional performance by being your next Sou Chef. If you have any questions and would like to connect with me further, reach out to me via text, email, or phone!
I look forward to speaking soon!
Chef Alex
alex@alexmarlay.com
www.chefalexmarlay.com
760-315-9323
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
12
12
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head Personal Chef
Yoga In Service
Palomar Mountain, CA
07.2019 - Current
- I have been the Head Personal Chef in charge of preparing and serving meals for small dinner parties (4-12 people) to the scientific and astronomical community at the Palomar Observatory.
- My expertise has been 1) supervising the overall food operation in the kitchen, 2) being responsible for the preparation of all foods, 3) ensuring the efficiency of the kitchen operation, 4) carrying out all responsibilities with absolute control, 5) maintaining positive guest relations, 6) maximizing cost effectiveness, and 7) going above and beyond expectations with food flavors, presentation, and dining experience.
- I also have had to consistently meet all dietary requests and special accommodations, including vegan, vegetarian and gluten free options. Not to mention having to strategize and create well balanced dinner menus from scratch, including appetizers, main courses, and desserts for all guest - each day.
- I also re-vamped the entire kitchens cooking systems as well as transformed food quality to 5 star restaurant quality. My responsibilities included quality control, food inventory, maintenance of clean kitchen environment, maintenance of food storage systems, and maintaining an elevated kitchen atmosphere.
- I also studied cuisines of various areas around world, where I prepared authentic ethnic foods - including Indian food, Thai food, Japanese food, Chinese food, Mexican food, Italian food, and more.
Head Catering Chef
Chef Alex Marlay
Palomar Mountain, CA
04.2020 - 02.2022
- Was the Head Chef for small special events and weddings ranging from 20-60 people where I oversaw the entire operation from 1) menu strategizing with clients, 2) creating food shopping list, 3) creating the entire execution plan, 4) preparing and cooking the food, as well as 5) leading and managing a small team of 3 people to help with food prep, service, and clean up.
Meal Prep Chef
Chef Alex Marlay
Palomar Mountain, CA
12.2021 - 02.2022
- Catered to my local community on Palomar Mountain with healthy and delicious meal prep services, where I handled client onboarding, shopping, cooking, and delivering meals once per week to various clients.
Head Line Cook
EVO
Scottsdale, AZ
01.2019 - 06.2019
- Fully ran my own station from set up to close, revamped strategic service systems, served 300-400 meals a night (alone) on the weekends, and studied under Executive Chef James King!
- Was head team player in communication, consistency, and constant striving toward excellence where I worked directly with my Head Chef to create new menus and new presentation styles.
- Created and crafted Italian fine dining dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail and high quality presentation.
Speaker on Personal Development
Various Companies
Nationwide
01.2018 - 06.2019
- Mentored by world class business leaders in the realms of psychology, leadership, entrepreneurship, and more. Where I was eventually led to be a National Speaker on Personal Development. Speaking to professional business groups, networking events, and kids and teens.
Social Media Marketing Manager
Vulpine Interactive
San Diego , CA
11.2017 - 11.2018
- Directed marketing projects for various brands, managed their online customer engagement, maintained their consistent brand image and message across all social channels, and created strategic plans for online marketing efforts.
Insurance Sales Agent
Mutual Of Omaha
San Diego , CA
01.2015 - 07.2016
- I studied financial planning and investment strategies being led to serve as a full time insurance Agent at the Mutual of Omaha Insurance Company. My responsibilities included 1) client prospecting and communications, 2) one-on-one financial presentations to potential clients, and 3) servicing insurance and investment accounts to new and continued clients.
Education
Masters in Personal Development -
Personal Degree in Self Development
San Diego, CA 01.2014 - 06.2019
Associate of Arts -
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA 08.2020 - Current
Series 6 Investment License - Financial Planning And Services
Kaplan Financial
San Diego, CA 11.2015 - 07.2016
Licensed Insurance Representative - Insurance And Risk Management
Life Insurance Exam FX
San Diego 07.2015 - 07.2016
High School Diploma -
Grossmont High School
La Mesa, CA 09.2010 - 06.2014
Skills
Strong Leadership & Communication
Timeline
Meal Prep Chef
Chef Alex Marlay
12.2021 - 02.2022
Associate of Arts -
Palomar College
08.2020 - Current
Head Catering Chef
Chef Alex Marlay
04.2020 - 02.2022
Head Personal Chef
Yoga In Service
07.2019 - Current
Head Line Cook
EVO
01.2019 - 06.2019
Speaker on Personal Development
Various Companies
01.2018 - 06.2019
Social Media Marketing Manager
Vulpine Interactive
11.2017 - 11.2018
Series 6 Investment License - Financial Planning And Services
Kaplan Financial
11.2015 - 07.2016
Licensed Insurance Representative - Insurance And Risk Management
Life Insurance Exam FX
07.2015 - 07.2016
Insurance Sales Agent
Mutual Of Omaha
01.2015 - 07.2016
Masters in Personal Development -
Personal Degree in Self Development
01.2014 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Grossmont High School
09.2010 - 06.2014
Hobbies
My hobbies include being a martial artist, playing piano, going on runs and working out, cross county backpacking, being a doggie daddy to my golden retriever, being a devoted husband to my wife, serving my family selflessly, reading books on spirituality, and devoting myself to God.
Hobbies
My hobbies include being a martial artist, playing piano, going on runs and working out, cross county backpacking, being a doggie daddy to my golden retriever, being a devoted husband to my wife, serving my family selflessly, reading books on spirituality, and devoting myself to God.
References
Brain Beck (Head Supervisor) 760-877-8796
James King (Past Head Chef) 602-245-1413
Jeff Zolkower (Client) 626-676-3401
Cynthia White (Co-worker) 760-468-0891
Michael Dangerfield (Client/Friend) 760-822-6407
DJ (Employer) 760-443-2788
Hobbies
My hobbies include being a martial artist, playing piano, going on runs and working out, cross county backpacking, being a doggie daddy to my golden retriever, being a devoted husband to my wife, serving my family selflessly, reading books on spirituality, and devoting myself to God.
References
Brain Beck (Head Supervisor) 760-877-8796
James King (Past Head Chef) 602-245-1413
Jeff Zolkower (Client) 626-676-3401
Cynthia White (Co-worker) 760-468-0891
Michael Dangerfield (Client/Friend) 760-822-6407
DJ (Employer) 760-443-2788
Hobbies
My hobbies include meditation, martial arts, playing piano, riding my bike, going on runs and working out, cross county backpacking, being a doggie daddy, being a devoted husband, serving my family selflessly, studying spirituality, and devoting myself to God.
References
Brain Beck (Head Supervisor) 760-877-8796
James King (Past Head Chef) 602-245-1413
Jeff Zolkower (Client) 626-676-3401
Cynthia White (Co-worker) 760-468-0891
Michael Dangerfield (Client/Friend) 760-822-6407
DJ (Employer) 760-443-2788
& more if needed....
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