Charles Redman
Martinsburg,WV
Summary
Dedicated professional with extensive experience in diverse environments. Proven ability to communicate effectively and translate customer requests into actionable solutions. Strong knowledge of food safety, OSHA, and health code requirements.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook
Homespun
Berryville, VA
05.2023 - Current
- Executed cooking tasks, including reducing sauces, parboiling, and grilling proteins, to ensure dish quality and flavor.
- Plated and garnished dishes accurately under strict time constraints during high volume service to maintain presentation standards.
- Operated commercial kitchen equipment safely, including grills, fryers, ovens, and slicers.
- Maintained compliance with local health codes, HACCP guidelines, and food safety standards to ensure safe food preparation.
Independent Business Owner
ACN
Martinsburg, WV
10.2014 - Current
- Developed strategic marketing plans to increase customer engagement and sales.
- Promoted business on social media to generate leads and enhance brand identity.
- Managed daily operations and logistics for diverse telecom services.
- Implemented process improvements to shape organizational culture and optimize procedures for greater efficiency.
- Coordinated training sessions for new team members on service offerings.
Executive Chef
The Club At Cress Creek
Shepherdstown, WV
03.2019 - 07.2023
- Maintained food quality standards, controlled food costs, and oversaw sanitation and safety processes to ensure compliance and guest satisfaction.
- Secured food items to ensure menu availability, developed and standardized recipes for consistent quality and presentation.
- Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability to enhance menu offerings and attract customers.
Cook
Blue Ridge Community & Technical College
Martinsburg, WV
08.2013 - 07.2014
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Monitored food quality, tracked inventory, and rotated stock to ensure freshness of ingredients.
- Maintained clean, organized work areas to ensure safety and uphold quality standards in food preparation.
Pastry Cook (Intern)
Sweet Inspirations: Homemade Baked Goods
Martinsburg, WV
05.2012 - 08.2013
- Prepared all pastry items in accordance with standards of quality, quantity control, taste, and presentation.
- Operated ovens and bakery equipment to prepare high-quality products according to standard recipes.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards in ingredient handling.
- Cleaned and sanitized work areas to ensure a safe cooking environment. and maintained kitchen equipment and oven.
Cook
Essroc
Martinsburg, WV
05.2012 - 08.2013
- Seasoned and cooked food following recipes and leveraging personal judgment to enhance flavor and presentation.
- Upheld food safety and sanitation standards to guarantee compliance and protect customer health.
- Upheld food safety and sanitation standards to guarantee compliance and protect customer health.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Baking And Pastry Arts, Culinary
Blue Ridge Community And Technical College
Martinsburg, WV05-2015
Skills
- Food safety compliance
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Recipe development
- Menu planning
- Cost management
- Inventory management
Timeline
Cook
Homespun
05.2023 - Current
Executive Chef
The Club At Cress Creek
03.2019 - 07.2023
Independent Business Owner
ACN
10.2014 - Current
Cook
Blue Ridge Community & Technical College
08.2013 - 07.2014
Pastry Cook (Intern)
Sweet Inspirations: Homemade Baked Goods
05.2012 - 08.2013
Cook
Essroc
05.2012 - 08.2013
Associate of Applied Science - Baking And Pastry Arts, Culinary
Blue Ridge Community And Technical College