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Ciara Henry

Kansas City,Missouri

Summary

Motivated Sous Chef polished in keeping kitchen staff on task and handling high-volume work. Knowledgeable about sourcing ingredients, maintaining budgets and maximizing customer satisfaction. Works with management to analyze food costs and forecast business trends to meet company goals.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sous Chef

Daiquiri Bistro
Overland Park, KS
03.2019 - 02.2024
  • Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
  • Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
  • Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
  • Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate supplies on hand.
  • Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
  • Developed daily specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.
  • Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
  • Maintained accurate records for cost analysis purposes.

Cook

Embassy Suite Hotel
Kansas City, MO
02.2015 - 01.2019
  • Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
  • Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
  • Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
  • Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
  • Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
  • Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
  • Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
  • Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.

Beautician

Hair Pact
Independence, Missouri
02.2009 - 10.2015
  • Demonstrated an in-depth knowledge of beauty products and their potential effects on the skin.
  • Conducted client consultations to assess preferences for services and products.
  • Ensured customer satisfaction by providing quality services in a timely manner.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through great customer service skills.
  • Designed custom hairstyles according to clients' requests using scissors, razors, combs, brushes, curling irons and blow dryers.
  • Educated customers about proper skincare routines for home use between visits.

Education

Cosmetology License -

House of Heavilin Beauty College - Blue Springs
Blue Springs, MO
03-2002

High School Diploma -

Raytown South High School
Raytown, MO
05-2001

Skills

  • Workflow Optimization
  • Inventory Management
  • Cost Control
  • Customer Service
  • Food Safety
  • Food Preparation
  • Dish preparation
  • Menu Memorization
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Menu Planning
  • Knife Skills
  • Detail Oriented
  • Cooking techniques

Certification

  • Food Handler

Timeline

Sous Chef

Daiquiri Bistro
03.2019 - 02.2024

Cook

Embassy Suite Hotel
02.2015 - 01.2019

Beautician

Hair Pact
02.2009 - 10.2015

Cosmetology License -

House of Heavilin Beauty College - Blue Springs

High School Diploma -

Raytown South High School
Ciara Henry