Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Christopher Holland

Dumont,NJ

Summary

Dynamic Executive Chef and Three Time Champion of Food Network's Chopped with a proven track of excelling in menu development and cost control. Renowned for enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative culinary creations and effective team training. Adept at fostering a collaborative kitchen environment while ensuring compliance with health standards. Passionate about culinary excellence and team mentorship.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Chef/Owner

Kantina Kita
03.2025 - Current
  • Conceptualized restaurant's culinary theme and created menu.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
  • Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.

Executive Chef/Owner

Kantina
09.2022 - Current
  • Conceptualized restaurant's culinary theme and created menu.
  • Created unique culinary concepts which has grown into a sought after destination in the Hudson Valley
  • Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant with an annual revenue of 1.4 million dollars.
  • Established unique culinary destination through integration of modern techniques, fresh ingredients, and innovative cuisine.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.

Executive Chef

D'Vine Bar
09.2013 - 06.2022
  • Created innovative fine dining menus, establishing Dvine Bar as a premier culinary destination in Rockland County.

Enhanced kitchen staff performance through targeted training and structured reviews.

  • Ensured compliance with health department standards, maintaining a safe and sanitary work environment.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by designing diverse menus catering to various dietary preferences.

Corporate Trainer

Asset Acceptance LLC
08.2007 - 11.2008


  • Enhanced corporate culture by conducting team-building activities and workshops.
  • Developed engaging and entertaining presentations to maintain employee attention and improve impact of training.
  • Developed training programs to meet company objectives.

Director of Legal Operations

Pressler and Pressler
02.2002 - 06.2007
  • Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement by fostering open communication channels and empowering employees to voice their ideas.
  • Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations

Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ
05-2001

Skills

  • Menu planning
  • Cost control
  • Menu development
  • Hospitality service expertise
  • Hiring, training, and development
  • Kitchen management
  • Safe food handling
  • Operations management

Accomplishments

  • Recognized for my work in bringing awareness to Multiple Sclerosis, particularly as a board member of the New Jersey Chapter of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society

Certification

  • ServeSafe certified 2022

Timeline

Executive Chef/Owner

Kantina Kita
03.2025 - Current

Executive Chef/Owner

Kantina
09.2022 - Current

Executive Chef

D'Vine Bar
09.2013 - 06.2022

Corporate Trainer

Asset Acceptance LLC
08.2007 - 11.2008

Director of Legal Operations

Pressler and Pressler
02.2002 - 06.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations

Rowan University
Christopher Holland