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Chares Hines

Cleveland,OH

Summary

Seasoned Chef with robust background in culinary arts. Demonstrated experience in menu development, food preparation, and kitchen management. Strengths include innovative recipe creation, staff training and development, and maintaining high quality standards. Previous work has focused on enhancing customer satisfaction through culinary excellence and efficient service delivery.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Bonefish Grill Restaurants
Cleveland, OH
11.2023 - 01.2024
  • Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
  • Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure competitive prices for ingredients.
  • Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
  • Inspected kitchen equipment for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
  • Selected and developed recipes and planned menus, driving consistent food quality and production.
  • Delegated tasks and supervised kitchen staff to optimize food preparation, presentation and safety.
  • 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.

Driver

Clarks Transportation
Cleveland, OH
06.2012 - 10.2013
  • Conducted pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections to ensure operational safety.
  • Loaded and unloaded goods from truck using hand-trucks or pallet jacks.
  • Followed routes assigned by dispatchers to meet delivery objectives.
  • Maintained delivery schedules without compromising safety.
  • Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
  • Utilized GPS and maps for efficient route planning.
  • Monitored traffic conditions and applied defensive strategies to avoid accidents.

Education

High School Diploma -

Warrensville HTS High School
Warrensville Heights, OH
06-1986

Skills

  • Menu development
  • Food and beverage pairing
  • Dish preparation
  • Schedule implementation
  • Signature dish creation

Timeline

Chef

Bonefish Grill Restaurants
11.2023 - 01.2024

Driver

Clarks Transportation
06.2012 - 10.2013

High School Diploma -

Warrensville HTS High School
Chares Hines