Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Affiliations
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Alexis Nelson

Alexis Nelson

Lake Orion,Michigan

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience in cooking and baking at Traverse Tall Ship Co and a high-end French restaurant in Vail, CO, specializing in menu planning and cost control. Proven leadership abilities and a strong focus on customer service to enhance the overall dining experience.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Chef

Traverse Tall Ship Company
Traverse City, MI
05.2018 - 10.2024
  • Specialized in meal service for groups up to 50.
  • Crafted family-style meals for 6 to 8 individuals daily.
  • Planned menus, ordered supplies, and managed all food prep.
  • Ensured compliance with all health, safety, and hygiene regulations within the galley aboard the ship.
  • Adhered to budget when purchasing ingredients and equipment.

Mate

Classic Harbor Line - Key West
Key West, Florida
11.2019 - 05.2025
  • Prepared and served drinks and hors d'oeuvres for up to 75 guests.
  • Adhered to all health codes while executing food service responsibilities.
  • Provided excellent customer service at all times while monitoring the safety of passengers, crew, and cargo.

Sous Chef

La Tour Restaurant
Vail , CO
03.2015 - 05.2017
  • Collaborated with the Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for seasonal menus.
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
  • Performed weekly inventory to ensure proper food cost evaluations and minimize expenses.

Education

Culinary Arts

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO
05-2014

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Menu planning
  • Inventory management
  • Cost control
  • Culinary techniques
  • Customer service

Certification

  • Food Manager, Food Handler & Allergen Awareness Certificates

Accomplishments

  • Honors & Perfect Attendance from Escoffier School of Culinary Arts

Affiliations

  • Professional training and performance in ballet.
  • Mountain biking, paddle boarding, and rock climbing.

Timeline

Mate

Classic Harbor Line - Key West
11.2019 - 05.2025

Chef

Traverse Tall Ship Company
05.2018 - 10.2024

Sous Chef

La Tour Restaurant
03.2015 - 05.2017

Culinary Arts

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts