- Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
- Outdoor Recreation - Fishing and Boating
- Family Cookouts
Benjamin Hart-Serrano
Springtown,TX
Summary
Professional culinary leader with robust background in upscale dining and kitchen management. Demonstrates strong leadership in team collaboration, ensuring consistent culinary excellence and high standard of service. Skilled in menu development, inventory management, and maintaining kitchen efficiency. Known for adaptability and reliability in fast-paced environments, driving results and enhancing dining experiences.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Sous Chef
Timber Lake Country Club
03.2024 - 12.2024
- Responsibilities: Daily management of kitchen and menu items; Daily and Weekly Specials; Event planning which includes ordering; menu planning; scheduling staff.
- Supervised kitchen operations, ensuring food quality and safety standards.
- Trained junior staff in culinary techniques and kitchen procedures.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to enhance dining experience.
- Managed inventory controls, minimizing waste and optimizing supply orders.
- Conducted regular kitchen inspections to uphold cleanliness and organization.
- Assisted in cost control strategies, maintaining budgetary compliance.
Executive Chef
Whiskey Kitchen (inside Delta Marriot Hotel)
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Responsibilities: Menu development; inventory; menu production, staff management. Bar inventory and bar menu development; staff management, event planning and coordination.
- Developed innovative menu items that enhanced guest satisfaction and aligned with seasonal trends.
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
Sous Chef
Mira Vista Country Club
01.2009 - 01.2022
- Lead Waiter/Bar – Fire Oak Grill
- Sous Chef – Ferre
- General Manager – Lake House Grille
- Executive Chef/Bar Manager – The Loft/Hanks on the Square
Education
Management - Business Management and Pastry
Le Cordon Bleu
Scottsdale, AZ01.2009
High School Diploma -
Trinity Christian School
Willow Park, TX01.2005
Skills
- Kitchen management
- Menu development
- Sanitation standards
- Food Presentation
VOLUNTEER AND LEADERSHIP
Baseball Team Captain Sr. Year High School
Interests
Timeline
Executive Sous Chef
Timber Lake Country Club
03.2024 - 12.2024
Executive Chef
Whiskey Kitchen (inside Delta Marriot Hotel)
03.2022 - 02.2023
Sous Chef
Mira Vista Country Club
01.2009 - 01.2022
Management - Business Management and Pastry
Le Cordon Bleu
High School Diploma -
Trinity Christian School
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