Chad Smith
Jersey City,NJ
Summary
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with different cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational english skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Uptown Gaming
04.2024 - Current
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Conducted regular evaluations of kitchen equipment and appliances, ensuring proper maintenance and timely replacement to maintain optimal operational efficiency.
Sous Chef
The Shuk Kosher Kitchen
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Prepared foods in accordance to Kosher laws and standards
- Provided direction for day-to-day operations
- Ensured the highest quality of service while maintaining cost control as set by the head chef
- Managed staff training to ensure open high levels of communication and cooperation.
Line Cook
The Wayan
11.2022 - 07.2023
- Systemically tasted and smelled all prepared dishes and observed color and garnished
- Consistently kept a clean and safe environment by adhering to all sanitation and safety requirements
- Setup and performed initial prep work for food items.
Sushi Helper
Kintsugi Sushi
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Executed proper techniques when preparing menu ingredients
- Prepped vegetables and fish by washing, chopping, and dicing
- Sliced fish to prepare for sushi station and assembly of menu items.
Banquet/Buffet Chef
Café Chef
03.2020 - 07.2022
- Planned and prepared the menu for each day
- Took inventory and prepared a list for management
- Trained employees to execute the menu.
Line Cook
The Nexus Club
06.2019 - 03.2020
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes
- Instrumental in the planning and execution of daily menu
- Catered to patients with dietary needs
- Instrumental in the development of menu selections.
Jersey City Medical Center
05.2016 - 06.2019
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes
- Instrumental in the planning and execution of daily menu
- Catered to patients with dietary needs
- Instrumental in the development of menu selections.
Education
Culinary Arts
Hudson County Community College
Jersey City, NJ05.2020
Culinary Arts
Catholic Charities Culinary Arts Program
Union City, NJ01.2016
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Cleanliness
- Fast-paced decision making
- Multitasking
- Team oriented
- Computer skills
- Food Safety
- Menu Planning
- Cost Control
- Strong Work Ethic
Timeline
Executive Chef
Uptown Gaming
04.2024 - Current
Sous Chef
The Shuk Kosher Kitchen
06.2023 - 04.2024
Line Cook
The Wayan
11.2022 - 07.2023
Sushi Helper
Kintsugi Sushi
06.2022 - 09.2022
Banquet/Buffet Chef
Café Chef
03.2020 - 07.2022
Line Cook
The Nexus Club
06.2019 - 03.2020
Jersey City Medical Center
05.2016 - 06.2019
Culinary Arts
Catholic Charities Culinary Arts Program
Culinary Arts
Hudson County Community College
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