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Alexus Ross

Dallas,TX

Summary

Recognized throughout career for being a visionary Chef and Lead Trainer leveraging in-depth knowledge of the restaurant Industry and the competitor landscape to significantly increase revenue and operational efficiency. Solid organizational, communication, and team building skills. Adept at conveying complex menu concepts in a simple and compelling manner. Expertise in Culinary Art trends, such as food preparation, menu development, event planning/catering, and inventory purchasing/control. Results-driven with extensive Corporate Training experience and solid expertise in the areas of restaurant management, hospitality, cooking, and conflict management. Highly skilled in creating eye appealing menus, maintaining high levels of sanitation and cleanliness, and resolving various issues in a timely manner. Proven ability to effectively handle multi-task levels of responsibility with minimal direction from superiors while supervising personnel Organized Administrative Assistant experienced in assisting with daily office needs and managing general administrative activities. Expertise in mathematics and finance-related initiatives. Successful in coordinating and executing meetings, travel, and special events. Orderly and committed administrative assistant offering solid skills in customer relations and resilience to handle challenges of fast-paced environments. Bringing detail-oriented and decisive nature with sound judgment, good multitasking abilities and self-motivated nature. Comfortable working alone or with teams to accomplish on-time and accurate clerical tasks. Dedicated professional with solid background in high-volume office environments focused on delivering exceptional clerical and operational support for professionals. Upbeat individual with friendly demeanor and sound judgment to handle diverse daily tasks with minimal oversight. Well-versed in managing office supplies, paperwork and project needs.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Chef

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
Addison, TX
05.2023 - 10.2023
  • Recognized throughout career for being a visionary Chef and Lead Trainer leveraging in-depth knowledge of the restaurant Industry and the competitor landscape to significantly increase revenue and operational efficiency
  • Solid organizational, communication, and team building skills
  • Adept at conveying complex menu concepts in a simple and compelling manner
  • Expertise in Culinary Art trends, such as food preparation, menu development, event planning/catering, and inventory purchasing/control.

Administrative Assistant

Tech2Home
Mesquite, TX
01.2019 - 03.2023
  • Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
  • Created travel arrangements and distributed travel details to appropriate personnel.
  • Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
  • Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
  • Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.

Teppanyaki Chef

Benihana
Addison, TX
07.2021 - 10.2022
  • Results-driven with extensive Corporate Training experience and solid expertise in the areas of restaurant management, hospitality, cooking, and conflict management
  • Highly skilled in creating eye appealing menus, maintaining high levels of sanitation and cleanliness, and resolving various issues in a timely manner
  • Proven ability to effectively handle multi-task levels of responsibility with minimal direction from superiors while supervising personnel.

Line Cook

Genghis Grill
Mesquite, TX
10.2019 - 03.2020
  • Worked closely with management team in order to meet budget goals while maintaining high quality standards.
  • Responded quickly to any customer complaints or concerns about their dining experience.
  • Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
  • Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
  • Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.

Education

High School Diploma, Home Economics (Won the Bake Sale competition), Mathematics, Chemistry -

Frenship High
Wolfforth, TX
05.2013

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO

Skills

  • Technical Skills
  • Farm-to-Table Concepts
  • Creative Menu Development
  • Specialty Cuisine and Presentation
  • World Class Guest Relations
  • Purchasing and Inventory Control
  • Special Event Planning
  • Cost Containment and Reduction
  • Food and Kitchen Safety
  • Staff Leadership and Training
  • Beer, Wine, & Cocktail Pairing
  • Hygiene Awareness
  • Adaptability
  • Reliable
  • Pastries & Baking
  • Kitchen Management
  • Food Plating
  • Recipe Development
  • Cooking techniques
  • Culinary Trends
  • Food regulations
  • Menu Planning
  • Food Preparation
  • Sanitation Practices
  • Temperature Control
  • Safe Food Handling
  • Food science
  • Knife Skills
  • Production Line Management
  • Portion Control
  • Food Storage
  • Food presentation
  • Menu Supervision
  • Quality Assurance
  • Kitchen Safety

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Assistant Chef

Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar
05.2023 - 10.2023

Teppanyaki Chef

Benihana
07.2021 - 10.2022

Line Cook

Genghis Grill
10.2019 - 03.2020

Administrative Assistant

Tech2Home
01.2019 - 03.2023

High School Diploma, Home Economics (Won the Bake Sale competition), Mathematics, Chemistry -

Frenship High

Some College (No Degree) - Culinary Arts

Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Alexus Ross