Alfred Hand
Riverhead,NY
Summary
Dynamic General Manager and Head Chef with a robust background in menu planning and inventory control. Committed to developing effective operational strategies that boost team performance and improve customer experiences in a fast-paced environment.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager, Head Chef, Owner
The Stone Goat
, NY
01.2023 - 06.2025
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
- Coordinated inventory management and supply chain processes.
- Developed operational strategies to enhance efficiency and productivity.
- Conducted regular team meetings to communicate goals and expectations.
- Trained employees on duties, policies and procedures.
- Resolved customer complaints quickly while maintaining high quality standards of service delivery.
Manager
Nantuckets
, NY
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal preparation and delivery.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Oversaw daily operations, maintaining efficiency and quality standards.
- Conducted performance reviews for team members.
General Manager, Chef
Avenue Bistro
, NY
- Prepared diverse menu items following seasonal recipes and customer preferences.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and food storage areas.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure timely food service during peak hours.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling and safety procedures.
- Developed daily specials to enhance menu offerings based on available ingredients.
General Manager, Chef
Paces Dockside
Port Jefferson, New York
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
- Monitored cooking processes to ensure quality and consistency in all dishes served.
- Planned menus, ordered supplies and managed kitchen staff.
- Exercised portion control for items served, eliminating waste.
General Manager, Chef
Paces
Port Jefferson, New York
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Identified areas of improvement in current business practices and collaborated with other departments to develop action plans for implementation.
- Ensured compliance with local health department regulations regarding food safety standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary, Hotel Management
Johnson & Wales University
Providence, RISkills
- Inventory management
- Operational strategy
- Menu planning
- Food safety compliance
- Cost control
- Customer relationship management
Timeline
General Manager, Head Chef, Owner
The Stone Goat
01.2023 - 06.2025
Manager
Nantuckets
01.2021 - 12.2022
General Manager, Chef
Avenue Bistro
General Manager, Chef
Paces Dockside
General Manager, Chef
Paces
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary, Hotel Management
Johnson & Wales University
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