Chelsee Olsen
Ocean Shores,WA
Summary
Skilled chef with 20+ years of experience in the restaurant industry looking to reinvent herself in a more fulfilling and rewarding career.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
La Spiaggia
Ocean Shores, Washington
12.2025 - Current
- Oversaw meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes, and plate presentation.
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure seamless daily service delivery.
- Encouraged open communication among kitchen staff to foster teamwork and collaboration.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in the kitchen workspace consistently.
Kitchen Manager
Fred's/Spada Farmhouse Brewery
Snohomish, Washington
04.2025 - 12.2025
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, focusing on meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes, and plate presentation to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Managed kitchen operations, achieving seamless daily service delivery.
- Supervised staff to maintain high food safety standards.
- Ordered and maintained inventory supplies, ensuring optimal stock levels and freshness.
- Coordinated with vendors for timely delivery of kitchen supplies.
- Took over a kitchen as chef while close friend was on maternity leave while opening a new restaurant.
- Oversaw restaurant setup, including menu creation, dishware selection, furniture assembly, and staff recruitment.
Chef
Sound to Summit Brewery
Snohomish, Washington
07.2024 - 04.2025
- Prepared diverse menu items for brewery events and daily service, enhancing guest experience and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to optimize workflow during peak hours, improving service speed and quality.
- Monitored food presentation and portion control for consistency and quality.
- Managed inventory of ingredients, ensuring optimal freshness and availability for all menu items.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and work areas.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology, Law
Everett Community College
Everett, WAHigh School Diploma -
Marysville Pilchuck
Marysville, WA06-2005
Skills
- Workflow management
- Detail orientation
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
- Communication
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
La Spiaggia
12.2025 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Fred's/Spada Farmhouse Brewery
04.2025 - 12.2025
Chef
Sound to Summit Brewery
07.2024 - 04.2025
High School Diploma -
Marysville Pilchuck
Some College (No Degree) - Psychology, Law
Everett Community College