Brayden Grossman
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with over 8 years of extensive experience in restaurants, country clubs, and private events. Expertise in menu creation and recipe development, combined with strong skills in kitchen operations such as inventory management, product receiving, scheduling, and team training. Proven ability to lead in high-pressure environments while maintaining a collaborative and organized approach. Committed to delivering quality and innovation in every dining experience.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Barrio Costero
Asbury Park, NJ
02.2022 - 01.2025
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the kitchen.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with line cooks while providing constructive feedback where necessary.
- Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
Ice Cream Chef
Cookman Creamery
Asbury Park, NJ
02.2022 - 02.2023
- Primary ice cream chef, recipe creator, collaborated in designing menus, and in making vegan ice cream, cakes, and pies.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold storage areas.
Server
Cardinal Provisions
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Served copious quantities in a small space, fast turning tables, small staffing where I had many responsibilities at once
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
- Assisted in preparing salads, appetizers and desserts to speed up food service.
Bartender
Stella Marina
04.2021 - 01.2022
- Started as a server in the off-season and moved to a bartender for the summertime.
- Worked on both dinner service and private events.
- Maintained knowledge of bar and menu options to prepare drinks and make food recommendations.
- Adhered to state regulations regarding serving alcohol responsibly.
- Remained calm and poised during busy periods, promoting great customer service to guests.
Expediter/ server
St. Stephens Green pub house
02.2018 - 03.2021
- Head expediter, responsible for plating, finalizing, and sending out all dishes.
- Lead communication with all chefs and servers.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed re-order requests when necessary.
- Entered information into system to update status reports.
- Confirmed guest satisfaction by monitoring company time and quality standards for each meal.
- Coordinated service for food runners and other kitchen staff.
Education
Associates Degree - Culinary Arts
Brookdale Community College
Lincroft, NJ05.2023
Skills
- Hardworking
- Driven To Achieve
- Exceptional Customer Service
- Effective Team Contributor
- Operational Efficiency
- Special dietary requirements
- Managing Food Preparation
- Customer Engagement
- Professional Demeanor
- Supportive Communicator
- Menu offerings
- Food presentation
Activities
President, Epicurean Club at Brookdale, Lead in planning and organizing events where the culinary team gives back through various dinners, luncheons, and community services, and Member of the Dean's List multiple times
Certification
- Food Safe certified
Timeline
Sous Chef
Barrio Costero
02.2022 - 01.2025
Ice Cream Chef
Cookman Creamery
02.2022 - 02.2023
Server
Cardinal Provisions
10.2021 - 02.2022
Bartender
Stella Marina
04.2021 - 01.2022
Expediter/ server
St. Stephens Green pub house
02.2018 - 03.2021
Associates Degree - Culinary Arts
Brookdale Community College
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