Christopher Nickel
Delray Beach,United States
Summary
Innovative Executive Sous Chef experienced in transforming kitchen operations through menu development and cost-saving initiatives. Led collaborative team environments and enhanced culinary offerings with locally sourced ingredients, significantly improving guest satisfaction. Focused on continuous improvement, quality control, and efficient inventory management.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Sous Chef
Prezzo Boca Raton
Boca Raton, FL
11.2024 - Current
- Supervised Prezzo PBG kitchen operations and guided line cooks through service
- Monitored food quality, portion control, and plate presentation standards
- Assisted Executive Chef in creating new recipes while maintaining traditional favorites.
- Coordinated prep lists, station setup, and daily mise en place
- Ordered food supplies, maintained inventory, and managed budgeting of resources.
Executive Sous Chef
Prezzo PBG
Palm Beach Gardens
11.2020 - 11.2025
- Oversees day to day kitchen operations, helps enhancing menu quality and efficiency.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by implementing new prep protocols, resulting in faster service times and improved guest satisfaction.
- Trains and mentors chefs, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Orchestrated team training sessions to elevate cooking techniques, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and culinary excellence.
- Developed seasonal menus using locally sourced ingredients, enhancing culinary offerings and attracting a diverse clientele.
- Streamlined kitchen operations through new prep protocols, achieving faster service times and improved guest satisfaction.
- Implemented cost-saving measures, reducing waste by 15%.
- Streamlined inventory management, ensuring consistent supply and reducing shortages.
- Maintained rigorous inventory controls and managed supplier relationships, ensuring consistent quality and reducing food waste.
Junior Sous Chef
Zinburger Wine Bar
Boca Raton, FL
03.2017 - 07.2018
- Assisted in various tasks day to day kitchen operations, ensuring timely and efficient service.
- Trained kitchen staff to enhance team performance and communication.
- Monitored inventory levels to minimize food waste and control costs.
- Coordinated daily kitchen operations to ensure timely and efficient service.
Education
Associates - Science for Culinary
The Art Institute
Fort LauderdaleDiploma -
Monarch High School
Coconut Creek, FLSkills
- Culinary development
- Food Safety (Expert)
- Quality Control (Expert)
- Menu design
- Budget Management (Skillful)
- Team Leadership (Experienced)
- Menu Engineering
- Inventory control
- Recipe development
CUST
Title: Executive Sous Chef
Personal Information
Title: Executive Sous Chef
Timeline
Executive Sous Chef
Prezzo Boca Raton
11.2024 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
Prezzo PBG
11.2020 - 11.2025
Junior Sous Chef
Zinburger Wine Bar
03.2017 - 07.2018
Associates - Science for Culinary
The Art Institute
Diploma -
Monarch High School