Carolyn Sutherland
Irvine,CA
Summary
Current sous chef of an Italian/California restaurant. Have held this position for over three years and before that have experience working my way up through the ranks our restaurant. As a sous chef, have hands-on experience assisting our head chef and making sure tasks and orders are completed in a timely and efficient manner. Always looking to learn more as well as apply my experience in new and challenging fields.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Urban Kitchen Group
Irvine, CA
05.2022 - Current
- Served as a liaison between the kitchen staff and management team regarding any issues or concerns
- Managed food costs by accurately portioning ingredients during preparation while minimizing waste
- Assisted head chef in menu planning, recipe development, and food preparation for a high-volume restaurant
- Managed a team of 15+ line cooks and kitchen staff, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to quality standards
- Implemented new cooking techniques and recipes to enhance menu offerings and attract customers
- Collaborated with suppliers to source fresh ingredients and maintain inventory levels, resulting in consistent availability of key ingredients
Line Cook
Urban Kitchen Group
Newport Beach, CA
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate
- Mentored and trained staff by teaching cooking skills and kitchen maintenance, improving overall quality and performance
English Language Cultural Assistant
Council On International Educational Exchange
Madrid, Madrid, Spain
09.2018 - 06.2020
- Assisted multiple teachers in a Spanish bilingual school during classes that were taught in English
- Developed skills for looking after the progress of more than 200 students throughout the course of one school year
- Collaborated with other subject teachers to integrate English language learning into cross-curricular activities
- Created a supportive atmosphere where students felt comfortable taking risks in using the English language
- Adapted teaching techniques based on the cultural backgrounds and learning styles of diverse student populations
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop curriculum materials aligned with educational standards and objectives
- Provided individualized instruction and support to students with special needs or learning difficulties
Student Assistant
New Student and Transition Programs at Cal Poly
San Luis Obispo, CA
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Assisted members of the professional staff with daily operations of the department, such as answering phones and emails, helping with various administrative tasks and working with multiple on-campus entities for program needs
- Was the first point of contact for visitors of the office and successfully ensured that their needs and requests were met with a willingness to help
- As first occupant of this position in the department, was responsible for the training of following student assistants that later joined the team
- Managed and maintained executive calendars, scheduling appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements
- Prepared and edited correspondence, reports, presentations, and other documents as needed
- Screened phone calls and emails for executives, providing accurate information or redirecting inquiries to appropriate staff members
- Provided administrative support during meetings by taking minutes, preparing agendas, and distributing materials
Education
Degree of Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Lab
Tustin08-2021
Bachelor of Arts - History
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA06-2018
Skills
- Team management
- Workplace organization
- Productivity optimization
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Time management
- Vendor relationships
Languages
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Sous Chef
Urban Kitchen Group
05.2022 - Current
Line Cook
Urban Kitchen Group
08.2020 - 05.2022
English Language Cultural Assistant
Council On International Educational Exchange
09.2018 - 06.2020
Student Assistant
New Student and Transition Programs at Cal Poly
09.2017 - 08.2018
Degree of Culinary Arts - Culinary Arts
Culinary Lab
Bachelor of Arts - History
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
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