Benjamin Smith
Hattiesburg,MS
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Many Glacier Hotel
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
Sous Chef
Obsidian Restaurant
12.2022 - 03.2023
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Sous Chef
Many Glacier Hotel
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Sous Chef
Obsidian Restaurant
12.2021 - 03.2022
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Prep Chef
Keg And Barrel
06.2016 - 10.2021
- Prepped daily menu items to quickly deliver upon request.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Signed for deliveries, checked items into inventory and stocked goods into proper locations.
- Rotated through all prep stations to learn different techniques.
Line Cook
Arnaud's
01.2016 - 09.2021
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
Line Cook
Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse
04.2012 - 09.2017
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Operated varied kitchen equipment, observing operation guidelines to avoid accidents and prevent malfunctions.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University - Charleston
Charleston, SC02.2003
Skills
- Equipment Maintenance
- Process Improvement
- Resource Management
- Order Delivery Practices
- Attention to Detail
- Food Preparation and Safety
- Dish Preparation
Timeline
Executive Chef
Many Glacier Hotel
04.2023 - 09.2023
Sous Chef
Obsidian Restaurant
12.2022 - 03.2023
Sous Chef
Many Glacier Hotel
04.2022 - 09.2022
Sous Chef
Obsidian Restaurant
12.2021 - 03.2022
Prep Chef
Keg And Barrel
06.2016 - 10.2021
Line Cook
Arnaud's
01.2016 - 09.2021
Line Cook
Dickie Brennan's Steakhouse
04.2012 - 09.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University - Charleston
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