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Overview
Work History
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Christopher Westlake

Spokane,WA

Summary

Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with high accuracy. Always dependable and ready for the next challenge.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Tavolata
10.2021 - Current
  • Responsible for all kitchen organization & inventory
  • Covered employee sick/vacation days
  • Assisted in creating website, including menu items and pictures
  • Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
  • Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
  • Recipe testing, including yield and inventory used.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality dishes

Kitchen Manager

Coles Gluten Free Bakery and Cafe
04.2018 - 05.2020
  • Responsible for all kitchen organization & inventory(weekly/monthly/annually)
  • Covered all employee sick/vacation days
  • Assisted in creating website, including menu items and pictures
  • Interviewing/hiring/scheduling of Back of House
  • Recipe testing, including yield and inventory used.
  • Maintained clean and safe work environment

Kitchen Manager

Dave Dailey's Cheap Shots
01.2015 - 01.2018
  • Worked special events like concerts, holidays, and large gatherings
  • In charge of all ordering, food waste, and food safety
  • Maximized quality assurance by completing frequent line checks.
  • Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Kitchen leadership
  • Food Safety
  • Inventory Management
  • Kitchen Organization
  • Supervising Food Prep

References

  • Emily Mixon, Supervisor, Tavolata (580) 239-8627
  • Meg Coates, Head Chef, Tavolata (206) 669-6673
  • Jeanine Smith, Owner Cole's GF Bakery and Cafe (509) 953-6122

Timeline

Sous Chef

Tavolata
10.2021 - Current

Kitchen Manager

Coles Gluten Free Bakery and Cafe
04.2018 - 05.2020

Kitchen Manager

Dave Dailey's Cheap Shots
01.2015 - 01.2018
Christopher Westlake