August Faulkner
dahlonega
Summary
Bringing positive, upbeat attitude and passion for culinary excellence, with deep knowledge of food preparation and kitchen management combined with advanced skills in recipe creation and plating. Adept at maintaining high standards of kitchen hygiene and efficiency, ensuring smooth operations and exceptional dining experiences. Committed to delivering innovative dishes and enhancing guest satisfaction.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Magnolia Senior Living
08.2023 - 11.2024
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
Sous Chef
Dahlonega Assisted living and memory care
11.2022 - 05.2023
- I work directly under my chef to create upstanding and delicious meals that satisfy residents and family members
- I as well as cleaning and detailing my kitchen i do dishes
Sous Chef
Manor Lake Dawsonville
11.2021 - 10.2022
- Work directly under my chef
- Create nutritious satisfying meals
- Order product, put product away
- Prep meals, prep stations, and clean/dishes
- Advise resident needs
Dahlonega Assisted Living
05.2020 - 11.2021
- Create upstanding meals
- Serve meals
- Did dishes
- Put up product when trucks come in
- Break down lines, and clean kitchen accordingly
Line Cook
Oaks at Post Road
05.2018 - 05.2020
- Create upstanding meals
- Create weekly menus and desserts
- Did dishes
- Put up product when trucks come in
- Break down line, and clean kitchen accordingly
Education
GED -
Gainesville Adult Education Center
Gainesville, GASkills
- Team leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Food presentation
- Menu planning
- Customer service
- Cooking techniques
- Allergen awareness
- Knife skills
- Safe handling
- Detail-oriented
Certification
Food Handlers Card
Timeline
Sous Chef
Magnolia Senior Living
08.2023 - 11.2024
Sous Chef
Dahlonega Assisted living and memory care
11.2022 - 05.2023
Sous Chef
Manor Lake Dawsonville
11.2021 - 10.2022
Dahlonega Assisted Living
05.2020 - 11.2021
Line Cook
Oaks at Post Road
05.2018 - 05.2020
GED -
Gainesville Adult Education Center
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