Arnold Brown
San Diego,CA
Summary
High-performing Chef offering 30 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Accountable Chef Manager successful building effective culinary staff. Interested in promoting positive kitchen environments and willing to pitch in and help with tasks. Background working at Mister A's fine dining establishments. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef Manager
Eurest Dining Services
11.2019 - Current
- Kept kitchen staff in compliance with safety and food regulations to reduce opportunities for illness or accidents.
- Placed food orders with suppliers on weekly basis, taking into account kitchen budget and expected demands.
- Instituted positive kitchen atmosphere for staffers through effective communication, consistent training and skill development.
- Pitched in to work line during busy periods or in place of sick employees.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and sanitation through correct procedures and scheduled cleaning of surfaces and equipment.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
Chef De Cuisine
Harvest Patio Group
02.2018 - 11.2019
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Created menus and designed corresponding recipes for Harvest
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Scheduled and supervised all kitchen employees such as dishwashers and waiters.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Sous Chef
Cohn Restaurant Group Coasterra
09.2016 - 01.2018
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Century College
San Diego, CA02.1993
Skills
- Servsafe Certified
- Safe Work Practices
- Kitchen Preparation
- Dish Preparation
- Food Safety Regulations
- Order Control
- Proper Food Storage
- Disciplinary Action
- Culinary Staff Management
- Food Safety and Sanitation
- Calm and Pleasant Demeanor
- Monitoring Food Preparation
Timeline
Executive Chef Manager
Eurest Dining Services
11.2019 - Current
Chef De Cuisine
Harvest Patio Group
02.2018 - 11.2019
Sous Chef
Cohn Restaurant Group Coasterra
09.2016 - 01.2018
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Century College
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