Ash Danao
Kailua-Kona,HI
Summary
High-performing Chef offering 15 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Outrigger Keauhou Resort
12.2022 - Current
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors.
Executive Chef Consultant
Cheers Tapas Bar
12.2021 - 12.2022
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
Restaurant Manager
Chubbys Diner At KBX
10.2019 - 12.2021
- Introduce and maintain vendor relationships to manage cost effective purchasing from multiple vendors.
- Promoted positive atmosphere and went above and beyond to guarantee each customer received exceptional food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
Butcher – Cook 1
Four Seasons Resort, Hualalai
05.2018 - 10.2019
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- Identified cuts of meat, grading and pricing accordingly.
- Verified proper inventory levels, product quality, and freshness to prevent sale of spoiled products.
- Maintained vendor relations to ensure the best product and pricing.
Executive Chef
Daylight Mind Coffee Company
07.2016 - 05.2018
- Managed 2 restaurants and 1 bakery.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
General Manager/Consultant Chef
Akule Supply Co.
04.2014 - 06.2016
- Established partnership sales with the Sheraton Keauhou Beach Resort, Alaska airlines, Delta, etc.
- Featured a once a month community event (movie night, live music, lei making, etc.).
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
Chef/Shop Owner
Rolls With It
06.2011 - 04.2014
- Created gourmet sandwiches, local fusion foods, and avocado fries.
- Catered for Tour Companies, Local Schools, Queen Liliʻuokalani Management, and more.
Purchasing Manager
Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort
05.2008 - 06.2011
- Oversaw Purchasing for entire resort.
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste and improve cash flow.
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
Executive Sous Chef
Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort
06.2005 - 05.2008
- Oversaw 3 Restaurant Outlets and Banquet Kitchen.
- Oversaw scheduling of 130 employees, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
WEST HAWAII CULINARY ARTS
Hawaii05.2002
Skills
- Multi-Cuisine Experience
- Food Prep Planning
- Customer Service
- Team Leadership
- Vendor Relationship Management
- Menu Planning
- Cost Control
- Food Safety
- Strong Work Ethic
Timeline
Executive Chef
Outrigger Keauhou Resort
12.2022 - Current
Executive Chef Consultant
Cheers Tapas Bar
12.2021 - 12.2022
Restaurant Manager
Chubbys Diner At KBX
10.2019 - 12.2021
Butcher – Cook 1
Four Seasons Resort, Hualalai
05.2018 - 10.2019
Executive Chef
Daylight Mind Coffee Company
07.2016 - 05.2018
General Manager/Consultant Chef
Akule Supply Co.
04.2014 - 06.2016
Chef/Shop Owner
Rolls With It
06.2011 - 04.2014
Purchasing Manager
Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort
05.2008 - 06.2011
Executive Sous Chef
Outrigger Keauhou Beach Resort
06.2005 - 05.2008
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
WEST HAWAII CULINARY ARTS
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