Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Activities And Awards
Personal Information
References
Timeline
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Briana Lashley

Midland,NC

Summary

To obtain a permanent position that will allow me to use my strong organizational skills, educational background, and ability to work well with others.

I have a deep passion for bringing positive food experiences through enjoyable meals that leave lasting impressions. I am a driven culinary expert with over 10+ years of experience leading kitchens. Recognized for effective leadership and creativity, with a proven record in developing creative menus and recipes to enhance consumer satisfaction. Flexible and able to perform tasks while encouraging efficient workflow and productivity. I am excited to contribute my talents in culinary toward your team efforts. As an engaging Culinary Director with a proven track record in menu development, team building skills, inventory control, budgeting, training and development, and labor and cost. My focus is on building strong professional relationships. Please review my enclosed resume for a more in-depth illustration of my work history and accomplishments.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Culinary Director

Five Star Legacy Heights Senior Living
Charlotte, NC
08.2022 - Current

Dining Services Director

Brookdale Concord Parkway
Concord, North Carolina
08.2021 - 08.2022

Executive Chef

Brookdale Carriage Club Providence
Charlotte, North Carolina
11.2018 - 08.2021

92G Food Service Specialist

US ARMY Reserve (USAR)
07.2013 - 03.2019

Lead Cook

Brookdale Concord Parkway
Concord, North Carolina
05.2016 - 10.2018

Lead Cook

Compass Group
Mechanicsville, Virginia
02.2013 - 04.2016

92G Food Service Specialist

US ARMY (USAD)
08.2011 - 04.2013

Education

Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC)
12.2019

South University (SU)
12.2015

Advanced Individual Training (AIT)
01.2012

Highland Springs High School
12.2011

Basic Combat Training (BCT)
11.2011

Chesapeake Center For Science And Technology
12.2010

Student Nursing Assistant (45 Hrs. Completed) -

Chesapeake Health and Rehabilitation Center
12.2010

Great Bridge High School
12.2010

Skills

  • Physical, Occupational, Recreational Therapy
  • Business Office and Medical Records
  • Food Safety
  • Kitchen Management Experience
  • Food Production
  • Leadership
  • Food Service Management
  • Menu Planning
  • Inventory Control
  • Budgeting
  • Training and Development
  • Interviewing
  • Labor and Cost Analysis
  • Culinary techniques
  • Food Trend Awareness
  • Menu development
  • Food presentation
  • Budgeting and cost control
  • Waste Reduction
  • Special diets
  • Estimating and ordering stock
  • Sanitation Procedures
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Event Coordination
  • Quality Assurance
  • Quality Control
  • Delegating Assignments and Tasks

Activities And Awards

  • 2009-01-01, 2010-12-31, Health Occupation Students of America Member (State and National Level)
  • 2010-01-01, HOSA State Leadership Conference

Personal Information

Authorized to work in the US for any employer.

References

  • SFC Odell, US ARMY RESERVE, NCOIC, (434) 603-1869
  • Earl Gilbert, Brookdale Concord Parkway, Dining Service Coordinator, (980) 622-0608
  • Chef Ausar, Compass Group, Executive Chef (804) 912-9951

Timeline

Culinary Director

Five Star Legacy Heights Senior Living
08.2022 - Current

Dining Services Director

Brookdale Concord Parkway
08.2021 - 08.2022

Executive Chef

Brookdale Carriage Club Providence
11.2018 - 08.2021

Lead Cook

Brookdale Concord Parkway
05.2016 - 10.2018

92G Food Service Specialist

US ARMY Reserve (USAR)
07.2013 - 03.2019

Lead Cook

Compass Group
02.2013 - 04.2016

92G Food Service Specialist

US ARMY (USAD)
08.2011 - 04.2013

Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC)

South University (SU)

Advanced Individual Training (AIT)

Highland Springs High School

Basic Combat Training (BCT)

Chesapeake Center For Science And Technology

Student Nursing Assistant (45 Hrs. Completed) -

Chesapeake Health and Rehabilitation Center

Great Bridge High School
Briana Lashley