Benjamin Niver
Eastsound,WA
Summary
Motivated Sous Chef polished in keeping kitchen staff on task and handling high-volume work. Knowledgeable about sourcing ingredients, maintaining budgets and maximizing customer satisfaction. Work with management to analyze food costs and forecast business trends to meet company goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
New Leaf Cafe
Eastsound , WA
03.2016 - Current
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
Catering Assistant
The Garage
Seattle , WA
12.2013 - 03.2016
- Assisted caterers with food distribution by organizing food products and plating items.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety standards in all catering operations.
- Prepared meats, vegetables or desserts according to orders or instructions.
- Ensured quality control of all food products before serving.
Sous Chef
Raconteur
Seattle , WA
03.2015 - 02.2016
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the kitchen.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Seattle High School
Seattle, WA06-2005
Some College (No Degree) -
Rouge River Community College
Grants Pass, ORSkills
- Inventory Management
- Cost Control
- Food Safety
- Food Preparation
- Staff Training
- Kitchen Management
- Recipe Creation
- Cooking Techniques
- Ordering and Requisitions
- Knife Skills
- Detail Oriented
- Food presentation
Accomplishments
- Rank of Eagle Scout
Timeline
Sous Chef
New Leaf Cafe
03.2016 - Current
Sous Chef
Raconteur
03.2015 - 02.2016
Catering Assistant
The Garage
12.2013 - 03.2016
High School Diploma -
West Seattle High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Rouge River Community College
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