Carla Fears
Decatur,GA
Summary
When it comes to the kitchen it’s not complicated if you have a solid foundation of the culinary fundamentals.
I’m a self motivated person, I consider myself a great team member and coach. I’ve excelled at all task I have been given and tasks I’ve chosen to take on myself. I believe in every team member playing their role so each and every day we accomplish more then we did the day before! I love FOOD AND The POWER IS GIVES TO ALL HUMAN BEGINS!
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef/Owner
Gourmet Street Foods
Atlanta, GA
01.2017 - Current
- Created and Designed Seasonal PopUp around the City of Atlanta
- Created a Beer line with Wild Heaven Beer
- Monitored inventory levels and assisted with ordering supplies as needed.
- Prepared diverse menu items using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
- Maintained high standards of food safety and cleanliness in kitchen areas.
- Collaborated with team members to create innovative street food offerings.
Culinary Market Chef/Opening Team member
Necessary Preveyers
Atlanta, Georgia
04.2025 - 09.2025
- Prepared diverse menu items following established recipes and presentation standards.
- Maintained kitchen cleanliness and organization following health and safety guidelines.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and supply levels.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal preparation and service.
- Followed food handling procedures to minimize contamination risks in the kitchen.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely while adhering to operational protocols.
- Contributed to daily specials by experimenting with seasonal ingredients and flavors.
- Communicated effectively with front-of-house staff regarding menu changes and customer requests.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Checked quality of raw materials before use.
- Monitored food preparation methods, portion sizes and garnishing of dishes to ensure that food was prepared in accordance with the restaurant's recipes and presentation standards.
Executive Chef
Side Saddle Wine Bar
Atlanta
05.2024 - 04.2025
- Opening Consultant Chef
- Created Menus to pair with Special Libations
- Hired Kitchen Staff and Trained all
- Managed kitchen operations and ensured high food quality standards.
- Developed seasonal menus reflecting local ingredients and culinary trends.
- Trained and supervised kitchen staff in food preparation techniques.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Alabama State University
Skills
- 2025 Les Dames Escoffier Member
- James Beard (WCL) Scholarship Winner
- Food & Wine Chefs Assistant (2020-2024)
- Menu development
- Food safety standards
- Inventory management
- Kitchen operations
Accomplishments
- Les Dames d’ Escoffier(2025)
- Published by Discover Atlanta (Fearless Innovations 2021/2023)
- James Beard Foundation (WCL) Scholarship Winner (2019)
- Collaborated with Wild Heaven Brewery (created Chef Beer Series)
- Raid the Fridge (Bravo Network)
Timeline
Culinary Market Chef/Opening Team member
Necessary Preveyers
04.2025 - 09.2025
Executive Chef
Side Saddle Wine Bar
05.2024 - 04.2025
Chef/Owner
Gourmet Street Foods
01.2017 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Alabama State University