CHRISTINA LALA HARRISON

San Francisco Bay Area

Summary

Strategic Executive Chef with 13 years of experience in high-volume kitchen operations and luxury guest services. Skilled in managing P&L, designing innovative menus, and optimizing food and labor costs. Proven success in executing large-scale catering events and developing service-driven teams.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef / Owner

Jusla Eats & Jusla Catering

01.2018 - Current

Led culinary and business operations; managed full P&L; designed and executed innovative menus; oversaw high-volume events; built and led teams; ensured high-quality guest experiences and operational excellence.
Designed innovative menus for diverse catering events and restaurant services.
Oversaw kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow and high food quality standards.
Managed food inventory, optimizing stock levels and reducing waste effectively.

Executive Chef / Manager

Corner's Café

01.2016 - 01.2018

Directed kitchen operations and catering services, managed budgets, trained staff, and maintained food quality and safety compliance.
Managed kitchen staff, fostering teamwork and collaboration.
Oversaw food preparation, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
Designed seasonal menus to enhance customer dining experiences.

Sous Chef

Flora Restaurant & Bar

01.2011 - 01.2016

Collaborated with the executive chef in a high-end dining environment, directed kitchen service, and supported innovative menu development while managing inventory and quality standards.
Developed seasonal menus incorporating local ingredients and culinary trends.
Supervised kitchen staff to maintain high culinary standards.
Managed inventory and ordered supplies to ensure kitchen efficiency.

Education

Culinary Arts -

Laney College

Oakland, CA

Skills

P&L Management
Banquet Execution
Luxury Guest Experience
Menu Development & Design
Team Leadership
Vendor Management
Farm-to-Table
Vegan Cuisine

Culinary innovation
financial management
kitchen operation
food safety compliance
inventory management
performance evaluation
problem solving

Websites

www.eat-black.com

Select Clients And Partners

City of San Francisco
City of Oakland
Alameda County
Kaiser Permanente
Golden State Warriors
Museum of the African Diaspora (MOAD)
Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation

Education And Certifications

ServSafe Certification
CPR Certification
CA Management Certification
Laney College Culinary Arts Program

Accomplishments

Featured contributing Chef in Black Food: Stories, Art, and Recipes from Across the African Diaspora, curated by Bryant Terry
Recognized by Steph & Ayesha Curry's Eat. Learn. Play. Foundation for community impact through culinary leadership.
Featured alumni spotlight, Laney College Culinary Program
Recipient of multiple East Bay Area culinary competition awards

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