Andrew Drobac
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Experienced and passionate chef with over 20 years in the industry. Specialized in catering and banquets, consistently delivering exceptional food and service. Adept at utilizing restaurant operational expertise to enhance organizational growth. Committed to excellence in food quality, customer experience, and team leadership.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Consultant
Milwaukee Athletic Club
Milwaukee, WI
08.2022 - Current
- Work with the Executive Chef to execute large-scale, high-end banquet events.
- Provide feedback to the Chef regarding food quality and presentation, and efficiency
- Work with the staff to maintain the high standards expected at the club
Executive Chef
Self Employed
Milwaukee, WI
08.2020 - Current
- Chef Andy MKE is a Private Chef business I started as an extra source of income in 2020. In the last year, I have grown it into a full time job
- I work with a wide range of clients, from intimate 5 course dinners to small weddings and everything in between
- I develop, implement and execute client specific menus to the highest standards
Owner/Operator
BrewCity CrossFit
Milwaukee, WI
03.2011 - 10.2023
- Started a small CrossFit Gym in the Milwaukee area with my business partner
- Worked to grow it into one of the Midwest's largest CrossFit Gyms
- Sold the business in 2023 to pursue other opportunities
Executive Chef
Brocach Irish Pub and Catering
Milwaukee, WI
08.2003 - 10.2016
- Developed and implemented menus for multiple restaurants, catering events, and private parties.
- Created all menus for catering arm of the restaurant and led staff in executing events to extremely high standards
- Created daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
- Directed kitchen staff in food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality standards were met.
- Supervised the selection, training, scheduling, and performance of kitchen personnel.
- Managed ordering, inventory levels, receiving, invoice settling, and equipment maintenance.
- Monitored inventory levels of all food items to ensure adequate supplies are available at all times.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations by implementing proper sanitation procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Genetics
University of Wisconsin - Madison
Madison, WI05-2002
Skills
- Recipe creation
- Kitchen Management
- Food presentation
- Nutrition and meal planning
- Budget Management
- Menu development
- Vendor Negotiations
- Culinary techniques
- Sanitation Procedures
- Budget Development
Timeline
Culinary Consultant
Milwaukee Athletic Club
08.2022 - Current
Executive Chef
Self Employed
08.2020 - Current
Owner/Operator
BrewCity CrossFit
03.2011 - 10.2023
Executive Chef
Brocach Irish Pub and Catering
08.2003 - 10.2016
Bachelor of Science - Genetics
University of Wisconsin - Madison