Blaine Ness
Executive Chef
Seattle,WA
Summary
High-performing, goal- oriented Professional with 20+ years in hospitality and restaurant industries. Successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high volume fast paced operations. Distinguished experience and proven leadership abilities. Excellent in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction while driving revenue and sales. Committed to streamlining procedures while optimizing employee talent.
Searching for a full-time position that offers a fun yet professional working environment where I can continue to develop interpersonal skills, growth and development.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Chef
Desmarais Family Of 5
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Met with my client to discuss preferred meals for each week.
- Designed and prepared all menu items .
- Cooked 3 meals per day and served at residences or delivered to requested locations.
- Shopped at specialty grocery stores to obtain ingredients needed for food preparation.
- Prepared and served meals for small dinner parties.
- Labeled food to include reheating and safe storage and handling instructions.
Executive Chef
Amazon Compass Group USA
09.2019 - 11.2020
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Led daily staff meetings to communicate expectations, new menu changes and review current safety procedures.
- Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
Sous Chef
Space Needle LLC
04.2018 - 08.2019
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
Lead Line Cook
Tom Douglas And Company
03.2016 - 04.2018
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Trained new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and all Mise en place
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
Sous Chef
Bacchus Management
06.2013 - 03.2016
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance our customers dining experience.
- Assisted the Executive Chef with menu development.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
- Led daily staff meetings to communicate expectations for service and new menu updates.
- Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain a fully operational kitchen.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Education
Associate of Arts - Advertising
Seattle Central Community College
Seattle, WA04.2004
High School Diploma -
Bainbridge High School
Bainbridge Island, WA06.2002
Skills
- Menu Development
- Food and Beverage Inventory
- FOH and BOH Operations Management
- Forecasting and Planning to Control Labor Costs
- Marketing Strategies
- Hiring, Training and Development of New Staff
- Large-Scale Events Planning
- Effective Customer Communication
- Workflow Optimization
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Programs
- Stocking and Replenishing
- Customer Care
- Visual Displays
- Customer Engagement
- Sales Trends
- Guest Relations
- POS System Operations
Timeline
Personal Chef
Desmarais Family Of 5
08.2021 - 08.2023
Executive Chef
Amazon Compass Group USA
09.2019 - 11.2020
Sous Chef
Space Needle LLC
04.2018 - 08.2019
Lead Line Cook
Tom Douglas And Company
03.2016 - 04.2018
Sous Chef
Bacchus Management
06.2013 - 03.2016
Associate of Arts - Advertising
Seattle Central Community College
High School Diploma -
Bainbridge High School
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