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Alex Tag

New Haven,CT

Summary

Dedicated Head Chef with a proven track record at Havenwood Nature School, showcasing expertise in kitchen management and menu development. Excelling in nutritional knowledge and food safety, I significantly enhanced meal quality and efficiency. My leadership ensured adherence to health standards and got children excited about new foods while creatively catering to diverse dietary needs.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

Havenwood Nature School
03.2021 - 06.2024


  • Created recipes to adhere to a wide range of allergies, and preferences
  • Cooked and prepared from scratch dishes for 300 children ages 1-5 four times a day while maintaining strict time restraints
  • Created monthly menus with a wide variety of cultural foods
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Maintained good relationships/communications with vendors
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Adhered to a cleaning schedule to keep all workspaces safe and up to health standards

Sous Chef

Palmers Bar And Courtyard
08.2018 - 03.2021
  • Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
  • Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
  • Learned all stations available (salad, fry, saute, grill) and would do dishes when needed.

Server/Prep Cook

Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar
09.2017 - 01.2018
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills by managing multiple tables simultaneously without compromising service quality.
  • Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
  • Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.

Education

High School Diploma -

Travis B Bryan High School
Bryan, TX
05.2016

Skills

  • Nutritional knowledge
  • Food Safety
  • Kitchen Management
  • Menu development
  • Seasonal Menu Planning
  • Workflow Optimization
  • Allergy awareness

Accomplishments

    Recipient of the Eagle Scout award for hard work and service to the community

Certification

ServSafe Food Handler Certified

ServSafe Kitchen Manager Certified

Timeline

Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

Havenwood Nature School
03.2021 - 06.2024

Sous Chef

Palmers Bar And Courtyard
08.2018 - 03.2021

Server/Prep Cook

Gristmill River Restaurant & Bar
09.2017 - 01.2018

High School Diploma -

Travis B Bryan High School

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