Bradley Cooke
Statesboro,GA
Summary
Results-driven Chef Manager with expertise in large-scale cooking, inventory management, and team leadership. Known for successfully launching multiple restaurants and managing operations for high-volume catering events.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cooking Instructor
Bulloch County Parks and Recreation
Statesboro, GA
03.2026 - Current
- Created comprehensive educational materials aimed at teaching basic culinary techniques to youth aged 8-14.
- Instructed students on precise reading and execution of recipes.
- Instructed students on essential sanitation techniques to ensure food safety compliance.
- Equipment usage and safety.
- Oversaw training sessions on essential culinary techniques, focusing on shallow frying, deep frying, roasting, baking, sautéing, dough kneading, sauce thickening, poaching, and knife skills development.
- Crafted a variety of fun and intricate recipes to provide a comprehensive learning experience.
Chef
The Gardens Senior Living
Statesboro, GA
01.2026 - Current
- Facilitated monthly menu development to enhance culinary offerings.
- Assisted in managing inventory levels and placing orders for necessary supplies. Supported team members in tracking inventory usage and identifying restocking needs. Contributed to maintaining organized inventory records and ensuring timely order fulfillment.
- Executed meal preparation and plating during each service period.
- Coordinated meal planning and dietary adjustments for residents.
- Maintained strict adherence to kitchen cleanliness protocols to support food safety and quality.
- Ensured strict compliance with food safety guidelines to maintain high standards.
Chef Manager
Jim N Nicks Bar-B-Q
Statesboro, GA
07.2011 - 01.2026
- Spearheaded opening of four restaurants as lead chef, overseeing all culinary operations.
- Managed logistics and coordination of ordering and execution for large-scale catering operations exceeding twelve thousand guests.
- Oversaw all ordering and receiving processes to ensure inventory accuracy.
- Oversaw weekly budget management and inventory control to optimize resource allocation. Led initiatives to reduce food costs and streamline labor processes. Fostered a culture of accountability in financial oversight.
- Managed daily production levels to ensure optimal line efficiency and strict recipe adherence.
- Facilitated recruitment and onboarding of new kitchen staff to enhance team performance.
- Developed and executed comprehensive training for staff on all new recipes and menu introductions.
- Oversaw facility maintenance and ensured building cleanliness standards were met.
- Ensured compliance with food safety guidelines by overseeing staff cleanliness protocols.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Charlotte, NC11-2011
Skills
- Large-scale cooking
- Advanced knife techniques
- Knowledge of restaurant equipment
- Inventory management
- Prioritization and scheduling
- Skill development coaching
Certification
- Serve Safe Food safety Manager
- CPR Certified
Timeline
Cooking Instructor
Bulloch County Parks and Recreation
03.2026 - Current
Chef
The Gardens Senior Living
01.2026 - Current
Chef Manager
Jim N Nicks Bar-B-Q
07.2011 - 01.2026
Associate of Science - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University