Adept Freelance Local Chef, renowned for crafting innovative menus and exceptional culinary experiences, notably with Cove Way Partners LLC. Expert in food safety, ingredient knowledge, and accommodating dietary needs, I excel in meal preparation and effective communication. Consistently praised for high-quality food presentation and adaptability, I ensure client satisfaction and food excellence.
-Responsible for menu planning directly with clients, focusing on dietary restriction of guests, some clients want to pick the menu and others want to be surprised.
-Grocery shop and procure local seafood, fish, meats, spices, olive oil, and other pantry staples.
-Cook and deliver food with instructions or cook on site/cater, communicate with house staff, and leave kitchen clean.
-Innovative menu creation with an emphasis on condiments, sauces, and fresh herbs.
-Knowledge of meat cookery: Braising, Roasting, Grill, Wood Fired, Charcoal, Cast Iron, Poaching, prepared properly.
-Ability to handle a large number of guests staying focused, calm, and organized.
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-Planned menus that incorporated healthy, fresh food sourced from local farmers and stores.
-Prepared and served meals for small dinner parties and large events and complied with diet requests and special accommodations.
-Labeled food to include reheating and safe storage and handling instructions.
-Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
-Received consistently positive feedback from clients for exceptional taste and presentation of prepared meals.
-Designed and prepared all menu items for private home/office setting.
-Demonstrated flexibility in accommodating last-minute changes to menus or guest numbers while still delivering high-quality results.
-Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
-Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
-Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
-Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
-Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality culinary creations.
-Adapted menus seasonally, incorporating fresh produce to create visually appealing and flavorful dishes.
California Serve Safe June 2024, expires June 2027
Jen Mather- House Manager private residence 916-390-3809
Sean Nelson- Front of House Manager 323-445-4974
Jill Roberts-Freeman Business Owner 310-753-6707