Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
References
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Caden Hood

Caden Hood

Bradenton,FL

Summary

Creative and passionate chef with experience in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and team management. Skilled in crafting innovative dishes that cater to diverse palates while ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. Demonstrated ability to improve kitchen efficiency and enhance dining experiences through effective leadership and culinary skills. Successfully elevated guest satisfaction by consistently delivering exceptional meals and fostering a positive working environment for the culinary team.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Centro south
Reno, NV
04.2022 - 01.2025
  • Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in service or product quality.
  • Developed daily specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.
  • Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.

Chef De Tournant

Liberty Food And Wine Exchange
Reno, NV
06.2020 - 08.2022
  • Planned weekly work schedules for kitchen staff based on business volume projections.
  • Checked quality of incoming produce deliveries against order specifications before accepting them into the restaurant's inventory.
  • Managed day-to-day operations of the kitchen during peak hours when head chef is not present.

Sous Chef

Chair louie
Reno , NV
06.2020 - 08.2022
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
  • Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.

Education

High School Diploma -

Braden River High School
Bradenton, FL
05-2020

Skills

  • Food preparation
  • Menu development
  • Inventory management
  • Quality assurance
  • Sanitation compliance
  • Team leadership

Languages

Italian
Elementary
Spanish
Limited

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sous Chef

Centro south
04.2022 - 01.2025

Chef De Tournant

Liberty Food And Wine Exchange
06.2020 - 08.2022

Sous Chef

Chair louie
06.2020 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Braden River High School