Anthony Foster
Prescott,AZ
Summary
Results-focused Dining Service Director with 30+ years of experience in fast-paced kitchen settings. Skilled in cooking, cost controls, management, crew training and development. Maintains accurate paperwork for scheduling, payroll and employee records.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Dining Service Director/Executive Chef Manager
Evergreen Village
Prescott, AZ
08.2021 - Current
- Trained kitchen staff in safely operating and handling equipment, machinery and utensils.
- Ordered food supplies every week to restock inventory, remaining aware of budgets.
- Prepared recipes, menu cycles and portion sizes within restaurant budgets.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Supervised activities of dining room staff to maintain service levels and support guest needs.
Director of Dining/Chef Supervisor
Austin House
Cottonwood, AZ
09.2019 - 07.2021
- Performed as head chef to maintain team productivity and restaurant quality.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Dining Service Director/Executive Head Chef
Brookdale Senior Living Inc.
Prescott, AZ
11.2016 - 08.2020
- Oversaw hiring, training and management of more than 15 personnel across all areas of dining services.
- Kept facility in compliance with applicable safety and sanitation requirements.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Trained new employees to perform duties.
- Oversaw food preparation, production and presentation according to quality standards.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Los Angeles, CA05.1981
Skills
- Menu Planning
- Team Management
- Purchasing
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Customer Service
- Recruiting and Hiring
- Food Safety Regulations
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- ServSafe
Timeline
Dining Service Director/Executive Chef Manager
Evergreen Village
08.2021 - Current
Director of Dining/Chef Supervisor
Austin House
09.2019 - 07.2021
Dining Service Director/Executive Head Chef
Brookdale Senior Living Inc.
11.2016 - 08.2020
Certificate of Completion - Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
- ServSafe
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