Charles Sutton
St Augustine,FL
Summary
Versatile Chef With Vast Experience Preparing Dishes to Impress Diners. Trains and Develops Chefs to Company Standards. Anticipates Ingredient Needs and Arranges Re-Stock to Facilitate Productive Kitchen Flow and Uphold Business Standards.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Director
Mandola's Italian Kitchen
Jacksonville, FL
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Created training systems and materials for all Florida locations to ensure consistent kitchen execution and brand compliance.
- Managed inventory systems and ordering processes to control costs and minimize waste.
- Oversaw bakery and catering operations, with a focus on efficiency and quality.
- Supported kitchen teams through hiring, onboarding, and continued staff development.
- Worked with regional leadership to implement improvements and streamline operations.
Executive Sous Chef
Sonapa Grille
Jacksonville, FL
03.2022 - 01.2023
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Managed kitchen staff team and assigned tasks for various stages of food production.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Created recipes, incorporating various techniques, to build flavor and unique visual appeal.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Managed ordering, inventory levels, receiving, invoice settling and equipment maintenance.
Chef De Cuisine
Coop 303
Atlantic Beach, FL
06.2018 - 02.2022
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
- Developed innovative recipes to suit complicated dietary requirements for customers.
- Planned kitchen staff schedules to maximize coverage and encourage collaboration.
- Assisted restaurant owners with pricing by providing ingredient costs and portioning information.
- Worked closely with other chefs and cooks and provided hands-on training and teaching.
- Streamlined kitchen processes to shorten wait times and serve additional guests.
- Monitored quality, presentation and quantities of plated food across line.
- Managed budget, labor and direct operating expenses for [Type] operation.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
Personal Chef
Francis Sweeney, David Cole
Atlantic Beach, FL
04.2016 - 08.2018
- Developed shopping lists in accordance with budgets provided by clients.
- Researched new recipes and ingredients to incorporate into meal plans.
- Identified recipes through careful research and study of different health and dietary needs and allergies.
- Crafted meals in clients' home kitchens in accordance with food health and safety regulations.
- Catered family events and holiday parties to client specifications.
Owner/Lead Technician
Speed Demon PC
, FL
01.2011 - Current
- Repaired, upgraded and inspected electronic, electrical and mechanical systems.
- Tested components, assemblies and systems to diagnose problems.
- Installed and maintained control systems and other technical components to complete equipment installations.
- Oversaw daily operations, delegated tasks and assignments and implemented strategies to optimize workflows.
- Researched and analyzed customer design proposals, specifications, manuals to offer and install technical solutions.
Onsite Technician
RCM Technologies (Dell)
Jacksonville, FL
02.2012 - 11.2012
- Subcontracted by RCM Technologies as Dell onsite technician.
- Installed and repaired computer systems and networks to Dell specifications for clients.
- Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.
- Ran tests on newly repaired machinery and equipment to confirm proper functionality.
- Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
- Completed scheduled appointments on time to drive quality service.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
Education
Associate of Arts - Computer Science
Florida State College At Jacksonville
Jacksonville, FL04.2005
High School Diploma -
Sandalwood High School
Jacksonville, FL06.2000
Skills
- BOH Operations
- Order Management
- Food Preparation Techniques
- Inventory Management
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Hiring, Training and Development
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Application Software Testing
- IT Security Management
- Computer Configurations
- Issue Diagnosis and Resolution
- Customer Service
Timeline
Culinary Director
Mandola's Italian Kitchen
01.2023 - 09.2024
Executive Sous Chef
Sonapa Grille
03.2022 - 01.2023
Chef De Cuisine
Coop 303
06.2018 - 02.2022
Personal Chef
Francis Sweeney, David Cole
04.2016 - 08.2018
Onsite Technician
RCM Technologies (Dell)
02.2012 - 11.2012
Owner/Lead Technician
Speed Demon PC
01.2011 - Current
Associate of Arts - Computer Science
Florida State College At Jacksonville
High School Diploma -
Sandalwood High School
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