Charles Hathaway
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Innovative Sous Chef with a knack for enhancing kitchen productivity and efficiency through effective task management. Possess specialized skills in inventory control, menu development, and food safety compliance. Excel in leadership, communication, and problem-solving to deliver exceptional dining experiences.
Creative and passionate chef with experience in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and team management. Skilled in crafting innovative dishes that cater to diverse palates while ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. Demonstrated ability to improve kitchen efficiency and enhance dining experiences through effective leadership and culinary skills. Successfully elevated guest satisfaction by consistently delivering exceptional meals and fostering a positive working environment for the culinary team.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Hussongs cantina
Las Vegas, NV - Nevada
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Conducted regular performance reviews with line cooks while providing constructive feedback where necessary.
- Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Established standard procedures for plating presentations.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding proper food handling methods.
- Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
Sous Chef
Slice of vegas pizza
Las Vegas, NV
08.2021 - 06.2023
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers to secure competitive prices for ingredients.
- Improved performance of team members resulting in high-quality meals produced daily.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Cleaned and sanitized kitchen equipment, utensils and work stations.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Adjusted recipes as needed to accommodate dietary restrictions or allergies.
- Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
Kitchen Manager
Que Pasa Taqueria
Rapid City, South Dakota
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Performed weekly inventories of food items stored in refrigerators or freezers.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
Chef
La vida Mexican restaurant
Rapid City, South Dakota
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service issues.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Stored foods correctly using correct storage containers and labelling systems.
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Trained new chefs on proper cooking techniques and menu items.
- Managed daily operations of the kitchen including scheduling shifts for staff.
Assistant Manager
Dennys Restaurant
Rapid City, SD
02.2016 - 02.2017
- Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
- Reviewed completed work to verify consistency, quality, and conformance.
- Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
- Resolved customer inquiries and complaints requiring management-level escalation.
- Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
- Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
- Planned and led team meetings to review business results and communicate new and ongoing priorities.
Assistant General Manager
IHOP
Miami, FL, FL
09.2012 - 02.2016
- Provided training, guidance, and support to staff members on proper procedures and policies.
- Helped team develop specialized projects, events and promotions.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Appraised inventory levels on frequent basis, ordering new merchandise to keep quantities well-stocked.
- Coordinated monthly budgets, managed profit and loss and consistently met desired margin targets.
Education
GED -
State of Florida
Miami, FL12-2006
Skills
- Dish preparation
- Station oversight
- Plating
- Ingredient knowledge
- Recipe creation
- Mentoring and coaching
- Kitchen leadership
- Inventory management
- Banquet preparation
- Menu development
- Staff training
- Special diets
- ServSafe certified
- Food safety
- Team leadership
- Multitasking
- Time management abilities
- Knife skills
- Shipping coordination
- Invoice verification
- Verifying shipments
- Managing returns
- Data entry skills
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Sous Chef
Hussongs cantina
06.2023 - 01.2025
Sous Chef
Slice of vegas pizza
08.2021 - 06.2023
Kitchen Manager
Que Pasa Taqueria
01.2020 - 07.2021
Chef
La vida Mexican restaurant
01.2018 - 12.2019
Assistant Manager
Dennys Restaurant
02.2016 - 02.2017
Assistant General Manager
IHOP
09.2012 - 02.2016
GED -
State of Florida