Christopher Conger
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic Head Chef with a proven track record at Ark Restaurants, specializing in menu development and kitchen management. Expert in food safety and team leadership, I successfully minimized waste and reduced costs through innovative inventory systems and seasonal menu execution, enhancing customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Head Chef
Ark Restaurants
Las Vegas, NV
06.1999 - Current
- Developed and executed seasonal menus to enhance customer dining experiences.
- Oversaw kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Implemented inventory management systems to minimize waste and reduce costs.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Education
No Degree - Cooking
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NHSkills
Food safety
Kitchen management
Team management
Menu development
Certification
ServSafe certification
Timeline
Head Chef
Ark Restaurants
06.1999 - Current
No Degree - Cooking
Southern New Hampshire University