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Arthur Allen

San Diego,CA

Summary

Creative and passionate chef with experience in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and team management. Skilled in crafting innovative dishes that cater to diverse palates while ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. Demonstrated ability to improve kitchen efficiency and enhance dining experiences through effective leadership and culinary skills. Successfully elevated guest satisfaction by consistently delivering exceptional meals and fostering a positive working environment for the culinary team.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sous Chef

JRDN Restaurant
San Diego
11.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
  • Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
  • Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
  • Established and maintained regular maintenance schedule, keeping kitchen tools and equipment in operable condition.
  • Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.

Sous Chef

Books and Records
San Diego, CA
01.2024 - 11.2025
  • Elevated guest satisfaction through consistent dish quality.
  • Ensured a smooth kitchen workflow through the efficient preparation and plating of dishes.
  • Managed a three-person team, handling over 100 reservations nightly.
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.

Lead Line Cook

The Rose Wine Bar (Scratch Kitchen)
San Diego
08.2022 - 03.2024
  • Contributed to operations at numerous stations
  • Managed high-volume hotline efficiently
  • Streamlined processes for efficient service across all time slots
  • Developed innovative brunch dishes
  • Managed multiple kitchen sections simultaneously
  • Executed precise establishment opening and closing procedures

Education

Grossmont College
San Diego, CA

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Ingredient inspection and preparation
  • Back of house operations
  • Knife skills
  • Workload management
  • Professional attitude
  • Team supervision
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Menu creation

References

References available upon request.

Certification

Serv Safe Food Handlers Card

Timeline

Sous Chef

JRDN Restaurant
11.2024 - Current

Sous Chef

Books and Records
01.2024 - 11.2025

Lead Line Cook

The Rose Wine Bar (Scratch Kitchen)
08.2022 - 03.2024

Grossmont College

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