Ashley Woods
Atlanta,GA
Summary
8-year background in high-end restaurant industry. Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. High-performing individual skilled in producing high-quality dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
True Food Kitchen
01.2020 - Current
- Acted as executive sous chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
Kitchen Lead
The Modern Vegan
10.2018 - 11.2019
- Assisted in hiring decisions for new kitchen staff members based on experience, skill set alignment, and cultural fit within the existing team dynamic.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
Line Cook
Culinary Dropout
08.2018 - 12.2018
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Line Cook
bartaco
07.2017 - 07.2018
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Produced adequate amounts of mise en place to make meal preparation easier.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
Education
Human Resource Management -
Johnson and Wales University
12.2022
African American Studies -
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA08.2016
Highschool Diploma -
Worcester Academy
Worcester, MA06.2013
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Knife Skills
Certification
ServSafe Manager, 04/2022
Timeline
Sous Chef
True Food Kitchen
01.2020 - Current
Kitchen Lead
The Modern Vegan
10.2018 - 11.2019
Line Cook
Culinary Dropout
08.2018 - 12.2018
Line Cook
bartaco
07.2017 - 07.2018
Human Resource Management -
Johnson and Wales University
African American Studies -
Temple University
Highschool Diploma -
Worcester Academy