Charles Bernard Perry Jr.

Dynamic culinary professional with a proven track record in menu planning, food safety compliance, and inventory management. Highly organized and motivated to enhance dining experiences through efficient task completion and collaboration in fast-paced environments. Known for strong problem-solving and communication skills, dedicated to delivering exceptional results while pursuing opportunities for strategic input and professional growth.

• Culinary Arts, 07/1981
• Personal Assessment and Career Exploration, 03/2009
• Stress Management Group, 09/2015
• Dual Diagnosis Group, 11/2016
• Food Handlers Certification, 05/2018
• Business Ethics- Advanced Ethical Leadership, 05/2018

• Have upbeat, outgoing and positive attitude
• Ability to work positively in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Work effectively within a team
• Able to be on my feet and alert for extended periods of time
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed
• Continuous use of hands and arms

• House Manager, Enriching Lives, 01/2023, 12/2024, Enforcing house rules, Coaching residents on their recovery, Facilitate house meetings, Ensure the safety of residents and facility, Collect rent and other payment, Schedule repairs, grocery shopping, Staff training
• Food Preparation, Carolina Ale, 01/2022, 12/2024, Cook meals to order- on time and well presented, Maintaining the highest standards of food and kitchen hygiene, Cleanliness of grill and benchtops, Communication with the manager, Perform all station duties including Fry, Griddle, Pantry, Flat Top
• Various Kitchen Roles, Del Frisco Grille, 01/2018, 12/2021, Ability to broil, grille and/or saute, Ability to handle knives, Operate kitchen equipment, Coordinate food orders to support timely and efficient delivery to each table, Ensure proper food safety and sanitation standards to ensure guest safety, Follow recipe and presentation guidelines to meet or exceed guests' expectations, Label food and ensure proper rotation (FIFO), Meet special guest requests while ensuring same high quality standards, Prepare high quality food items to order for our guests
• Saute Chef, Bethesda Blues and Jazz Supper Club, 01/2017, Present, Prepare meals, Set up food line, Operational knowledge of upholding consistency in quality and taste, Proficient in various kinds of knives and kitchen equipment, Ability to prioritize activities to attain given deadlines, Ability to perform optimally within time constraints
• Supervisor, Southeast Productions, 01/2014, 12/2017, Supervise and monitor two restaurants, Responsible for overseeing the efficient running establishment, Prepare meals and organize kitchen, Manage employees, Conduct team meetings on a monthly basis, Organize activities so that employees can learn and explore interests, Develop schedules and routines to ensure that employees are treated with respect, Purchasing food and supplies and equipment
• Food Preparation, Buffalo Wild Wings, 01/2011, 12/2012, Clean kitchen/ grills/, Communication with the manager, Perform all station duties including Fry, Griddle, Pantry, Flat Top