CHRIS TAYLOR
Union City,PA
Summary
Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef
Holiday Retirement
Erie, PA
06.2016 - 05.2020
- Monitored and improved performance of 8-15 team members resulting in 360 meals produced daily.
- Focused on customer satisfaction, creating delicious cuisine to impress diners.
- Continually aware of dramatic changes to kitchens, including Health Department Standards and customer requests for healthier food options.
- Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
- Oversaw hiring, training and development of kitchen employees.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Performed financial analysis and recommended effective methods to cut costs.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
Executive Chef
Riverside Inn
Cambridge Springs, PA
03.2015 - 12.2015
- Adjusted seasonal plans to source local ingredients and align special dishes with area events.
- Created exciting dishes at competitive prices to attract clientele and increase revenue.
- Continually aware of dramatic changes to kitchens, including Health Department Standards and customer requests for healthier food options.
- 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.
- Riverside Inn was a high volume facility,150 seat dining,200 person banquet hall,150 person live With multiple functions to coordinate simultaneosly.
Sous Chef
Riverside Inn
Cambridge Springs, PA
03.2014 - 12.2015
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Supervised all kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environment.
- Built strong vendor relationships to bring in top ingredients at optimal prices.
- Helped staff adhere to tough restaurant requirements through effective discipline and motivation.
- Performed as head chef as needed to maintain team productivity and restaurant quality.
- Partnered with the banquet coordinator to create dynamic entrees for large banquets and special events.
Kitchen Manager
Sunflower club
Erie, PA
09.2012 - 12.2014
- Oversaw meal preparation and monitored food handling to encourage safety.
- Trained employees on cooking techniques, safety standards and performance strategies.
- Interviewed, hired and supervised back of house staff to clean tables, remove dishes, take food to tables and assist servers and bartenders.
- Estimated potential worker issues to produce detailed resource documentation.
- Maximized food quality by closely monitoring shipments, preparation and food handling by team members.
Supervisor
Metz culinary management
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2006 - 06.2012
- Complied with company policies, objectives and communication goals.
- Coached and mentored 3 staff members through constructive feedback to develop long-term career goals.
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
- Provided ongoing training to address staff needs.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Pennsylvania School Of Culinary Arts
Pittsburgh, PA05-1997
Skills
- Food and beverage pairing
- Banquets and catering
- Food preparation techniques
- Budgeting and cost control
- Customer service oriented
- Team training
Certification
- ServSafe
Timeline
Executive Chef
Holiday Retirement
06.2016 - 05.2020
Executive Chef
Riverside Inn
03.2015 - 12.2015
Sous Chef
Riverside Inn
03.2014 - 12.2015
Kitchen Manager
Sunflower club
09.2012 - 12.2014
Supervisor
Metz culinary management
06.2006 - 06.2012
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Pennsylvania School Of Culinary Arts
Education and Training
other