Bryan Sikora
Downingtown,PA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record as Chef/Owner at Noble Goat, successfully launching five restaurant concepts. Expert in recipe development and kitchen management, fostering teamwork and maintaining high food quality standards. Committed to exceptional customer service and food safety, driving profitability through innovative menu creation and efficient operations.
Culinary professional with strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Expertise in menu development, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Known for fostering collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently achieving desired results. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and culinary innovation.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef/Owner
Noble Goat, Hearth Kitchen, La Fia, Crow Bar, Merchant Bar
02.2012 - Current
- Successfully opened and operates five restaurant concepts.
- Create menus based individual concepts, cliental and seasonality.
- Developed and maintain a inventory and purchasing system.
- Hire and develop staff to produce the highest standards of food preparations..
- Maintain a responsible food cost in order to earn profit.
- Provide and maintain a clean, respectful professional work place.
Executive Chef
A Kitchen
11.2011 - 05.2013
- Developed and executed innovative seasonal menus, enhancing culinary offerings and customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health regulations and maintaining high standards of food quality.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs, fostering skill development and teamwork within the kitchen staff.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing ingredient usage across multiple kitchen stations.
Chef/Owner
Talula's Table
02.2006 - 01.2010
- Successfully developed fine foods market, coffee shop and farmhouse table tasting menu.
- Assisted in meal preparation and cooking processes following recipes and safety guidelines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace to ensure efficient operations.
- Engaged in ongoing training sessions to develop culinary skills and kitchen knowledge.
- Contributed to menu planning by suggesting new dishes based on seasonal ingredients available.
Chef/Owner
Django
02.2000 - 06.2005
- Created and developed the ultimate neighborhood restaurant.
- Worked with a small staff every night to ensure the highest level of quality and creativity.
- Worked with the best seasonal ingredients.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NYSkills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Cooking techniques
- Recipe development
- Food quality
- Kitchen management
- Food presentation
- Attention to detail
Accomplishments
- La Fia James Beard House nomination,
"Best Chef Mid Atlantic"
- Django "Best Chef Philly," Philadelphia Magazine
- Talula's Table "Toughest Table In America" Conde Nast Traveler
- Talula's Table Saveur Top One Hundred
Timeline
Chef/Owner
Noble Goat, Hearth Kitchen, La Fia, Crow Bar, Merchant Bar
02.2012 - Current
Executive Chef
A Kitchen
11.2011 - 05.2013
Chef/Owner
Talula's Table
02.2006 - 01.2010
Chef/Owner
Django
02.2000 - 06.2005
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Institute of America