Austin Miller
Clarks Market
Denver,CO
10
years of professional experience
Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager leading seasonal menu development, staff training, and kitchen scheduling for a fast-changing restaurant environment. Coordinates ordering of food, equipment, and supplies while building station workflow guides that keep service organized as menus change. Reinforces food safety, inventory control, and waste awareness to support consistent kitchen operations.
Work History
Cashier
10 Months- Processed customer transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained accurate cash drawer balances throughout shifts.
- Assisted customers with product inquiries and selections, enhancing shopping experience.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
Procurement Specialist
2 Years- Negotiated favorable terms with suppliers to enhance cost savings and product quality.
- Streamlined procurement processes, reducing lead times and improving order accuracy.
- Managed vendor relationships, ensuring alignment with organizational standards and compliance.
- Developed and executed procurement strategies to optimize supply chain efficiency.
Manager
4 Months- Led team training initiatives to enhance service efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented process improvements, reducing wait times for customers.
- Managed inventory levels, optimizing supply chain processes to minimize waste.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
3 Years 9 Months- Duties:
- Coordinated with Executive Chef to develop seasonal menus every three months, enhancing dining offerings. Other duties included training new team members, creating schedules for staff, ordering kitchen products and equipment, and created workflow guides for each kitchen station to align with seasonal menus.
- Supervised kitchen operations to ensure consistent quality and presentation of dishes.
- Trained and mentored junior staff, fostering skill development and teamwork.
- Developed seasonal menus, incorporating local ingredients to enhance flavor profiles.
Banquet Chef
3 Years 4 Months- Duties:
- Executed menu item rollouts for catering events, business meetings, and weddings, ensuring timely delivery and guest satisfaction.
- Coordinated ordering and preparation of all ingredients according to client specifications and recipes, maintaining high-quality standards for each event.
Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
3 Years 9 Months- Duties:
- Ordered products and equipment to support the restaurant's operations. Tracked food costs and monitored food waste logs to maintain budget efficiency. Conducted inventory checks, developed organizational documents for storage, and ensured food safety standards were taught and enforced for all staff.
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and quality standards.
- Developed and executed seasonal menus that enhanced customer satisfaction and dining experience.
- Trained junior chefs on culinary techniques and kitchen operations, fostering skill development.
Education
Highschool Diploma - Highschool Army JROTC
Bachelor of Science - Audio Arts
Bachelor of Science (Honors) - Audio Arts
GPA: 3.7
Skills
Menu development
Seasonal menu planning
Banquet execution
Recipe standardization
Food presentation
Staff training
Scheduling workflow management
Inventory management
Food cost control
Food safety compliance
Accomplishments
- JROTC Order of the Purple Heart Award
- Member of the NSCS (National Society of Collegiate Scholars)
- Member of The Honor Society
Timeline
Cashier
Clarks Market
10.2025 - CurrentRead More
Procurement Specialist
Plaza Premium Lounge
08.2023 - 08.2025Read More
Manager
Smashburger
01.2023 - 05.2023Read More
Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
Lucy’s
01.2019 - 10.2022Read More
Banquet Chef
Auburn Hotel and Conference Center
07.2018 - 11.2021Read More
Sous Chef/Kitchen Manager
Amsterdam Cafe
01.2017 - 10.2020Read More
Full Sail University
Bachelor of Science (Honors) from Audio Arts
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Full Sail University
Bachelor of Science from Audio Arts
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Auburn High School
Highschool Diploma from Highschool Army JROTC
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