Anthony Bost
Porterville,CA
Summary
A seasoned Chef with a proven track record at Bourbon Street Oyster Bar and Grill, I excel in kitchen operations management and effective communications. Renowned for enhancing food presentation and developing creative menus, I've significantly improved kitchen efficiency. My expertise in recipe creation and leadership has consistently satisfied diverse customer needs, making me a pivotal team asset.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Cindy Bishop ministries
Azel, TX
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- 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.
Chef
Bourbon Street oyster bar and grill
Bedford, TX
02.2021 - 02.2022
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Assisted with preparation of meals during peak periods.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Developed strategies to increase efficiency in the kitchen.
- Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Developed and implemented new menu items to meet customer needs.
- Supervised specialty dish preparation to satisfy customer requests and cater to various dietary needs.
Chef
Fixture social bar and kitchen
Fort Worth, TX
02.2020 - 01.2021
- 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.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Organized special events such as banquets or buffets requiring complex menus or decorations.
- Managed daily operations of the kitchen including scheduling shifts for staff.
Chef
Pierpoint bar and grill
Springville, CA
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Met with clients to discuss menus and meal options for weddings and banquets.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- 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.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Plated dishes using tasty garnishes and sauces to appeal to and delight patrons.
Education
Associate of Arts - Nutrition Sciences
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CA11-2021
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Cuesta College
San Luis Obispo, CA02-2019
Skills
- Purchasing
- Kitchen operations management
- Food and beverage pairing
- Dish preparation
- Menu development
- Pantry restocking
- Signature dish creation
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Grilling techniques
- Butchery skills
- Knife use
- Multitasking and organization
- Sauce preparation
- Utensils and equipment
- Braising techniques
- Effective communications
- Plating techniques
- Food safety oversight
- Pasta making
- Food cost analysis
- Order delivery practices
- Allergen awareness
- Flavor pairings
- Ingredient selection
- Food inventories
- Workflow optimization
- Budgeting and cost control
- Food presentation
- Creative menu planning
- Recipe creation
Certification
- I have my servsafe food and alcohol certs
Timeline
Chef
Cindy Bishop ministries
04.2024 - 12.2024
Chef
Bourbon Street oyster bar and grill
02.2021 - 02.2022
Chef
Fixture social bar and kitchen
02.2020 - 01.2021
Chef
Pierpoint bar and grill
01.2019 - 02.2020
Associate of Arts - Nutrition Sciences
Bakersfield College
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Cuesta College