Anderson Hopper
Chef
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Versatile Chef with experience in Hotels and Fine dining. Offer comprehensive experience in cutting edge food preperation, production, purchasing and cost controls. Ambitious career focused team player looking create unforgettable dining experiences.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef/Consultant
Stella Hospitality
Greensboro, NC
12.2022 - Current
- Conducted financial analysis to identify cost-cutting opportunities.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Provided leadership and guidance to the BOH staff, resulting in improved kitchen skills.
- Created new menu items, managed food expenses and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.
Sous Chef
The Joseph Hotel
Nashville , TN
04.2020 - 11.2022
- Served as a member of the opening executive committee, handling O.S.E. intake and food purchasing for hotel outlets.
- Constructed systems to optimize inventory management and monitor food costs.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance
- Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
- Established Marriott S.O.P. for all culinary outlets
Executive Chef/Partner
Circolo Restaurant Group
Morehead City, NC
02.2007 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with partners to market 2 new concepts, obtain $400,000 in debt and private equity
- Developed and presented a 5-year fiscal plan, menus, wine program, and design template.
- Established multiple profitable restaurant concepts in a seasonal economy.
- Created award-winning cuisine and dedicated following through food quality and trend setting
- Utilized local, fresh food products to support local economies and showcase community support.
Sous Chef
Spiaggia
Chicago, IL
09.2005 - 02.2007
- Oversaw logistics and managed $180,000 monthly food purchases through 3 sales outlets
- Active member of a management team running a James Beard and Michelin Star restaurant.
- Developed award winning Italian cheese program along with Frommagie
- Built vendor relationships and gained extensive knowledge of global food trends and cost controls.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Managment
East Carolina University
Greenville, NC05-2004
Associate of Arts - African Studies
NOLS
East Africa09-2001
Skills
- Purchasing
- Food and beverage pairing
- Menu development
- Kitchen Management
- Food preparation techniques
- Bilingual in English and Spanish
- Budgeting and cost control
- Banquets and catering
Affiliations
- Eagle Scout- Boy Scouts of America, Greensboro, NC
- Theta Chi National Service Fraternity, East Carolina University
- Beaufort Wine Food Festival Best Chef in 2008, 2009, 2010
- Published contributor to publications such as Our State and Women's Health
- Received James Beard, Michelin Star, and F&W best restaurant awards during tenure
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeContract WorkImportant To Me
Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPaid time offCompany CultureQuote
It is never too late to be what you might have been.
George Eliot
Languages
English
Native language
Spanish
Beginner (A1)
A1
Timeline
Chef/Consultant
Stella Hospitality
12.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
The Joseph Hotel
04.2020 - 11.2022
Executive Chef/Partner
Circolo Restaurant Group
02.2007 - 09.2019
Sous Chef
Spiaggia
09.2005 - 02.2007
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Managment
East Carolina University
Associate of Arts - African Studies
NOLS