Antoine Burton
Upper Marlboro,MD
Summary
Motivated Sous Chef polished in keeping kitchen staff on task and handling high-volume work. Knowledgeable about sourcing ingredients, maintaining budgets and maximizing customer satisfaction. Works with management to analyze food costs and forecast business trends to meet company goals.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Maryland Live Casino
Hanover, MD
12.2021 - Current
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the kitchen.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
Culinary Professional
Longhorn Steakhouse
Largo, MD
05.2017 - 07.2022
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Set up work stations prior to opening to minimize prep time.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Chopped and diced vegetables and fruits to stock fridge ahead of busy periods.
- Cleaned, sanitized and maintained food storage, preparation and serving areas.
- Supervised junior kitchen staff members in their daily duties such as food prep or cleaning tasks.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
71st High School
Fayetteville, NC05-1998
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Portion Control
- Dish Preparation
- Workflow Optimization
- Cost Control
- Food Safety
- Ordering and Requisitions
- Garnishing and Plating
- Line Inspections
- Detail Oriented
- Team Leadership
- Staff Motivation
- Mentoring and Coaching
- Foodservice
- Positive and Professional
- Staff Training
- Safe Food Handling
Accomplishments
- Team member of the Quarter for the entire region of stores at Longhorn Steakhouse.
Certification
- ServSafe Certified, Current
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sous Chef
Maryland Live Casino
12.2021 - Current
Culinary Professional
Longhorn Steakhouse
05.2017 - 07.2022
High School Diploma -
71st High School