Open To Work
Cleon Clarke
Riverhead,NY
Summary
Passionate Executive Chef skilled in menu creation, kitchen staff management, and culinary direction. Creative and artistic professional recognized for upholding highest standards and developing compelling seasonal menus.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
2003
2003
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Executive Chef
Page Restaurant
Sag Harbor, New York
04.2017 - 02.2026
- Created seasonal menus using fresh, local ingredients to enhance culinary offerings.
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring smooth workflow during high-volume service periods.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on food safety and cooking techniques.
Sous Chef
Page Restaurant
Sag Harbor, NY
03.2016 - 04.2017
- Prepared high-quality dishes in fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Collaborated with head chef on menu planning and recipe development.
- Supervised kitchen staff and delegated tasks during service hours.
Line Cook
Page Restaurant
Sag Harbor, NY
09.2014 - 03.2016
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to restaurant standards and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and workstations.
- Assisted in menu planning and ingredient selection for seasonal offerings.
Sous Chef
Winston Bar & Grill
East Hampton, New York
04.2015 - 09.2015
- Prepared high-quality dishes in fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Collaborated with head chef on menu planning and recipe development.
- Supervised kitchen staff and delegated tasks during service hours.
Sous Chef
East Hampton Point
East Hampton, NY
06.2014 - 09.2014
- Prepared high-quality dishes in fast-paced kitchen environment.
- Collaborated with head chef on menu planning and recipe development.
- Supervised kitchen staff and delegated tasks during service hours.
Line Cook
Bostwick Chowder House
East Hampton, New York
08.2010 - 06.2014
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to restaurant standards and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and workstations.
- Assisted in menu planning and ingredient selection for seasonal offerings.
Line Cook
Cittanuova Restaurant
East Hampton, NY
04.2011 - 03.2013
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to restaurant standards and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and workstations.
- Assisted in menu planning and ingredient selection for seasonal offerings.
Line Cook
Moody Gardens Hotel
Galveston, Texas
03.2010 - 06.2010
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to restaurant standards and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and workstations.
- Assisted in menu planning and ingredient selection for seasonal offerings.
Grill Cook
Maidstone Country Club
East Hampton, New York
06.2008 - 01.2010
- Prepared and cooked a variety of grilled dishes for club members.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the grill station and surrounding area.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service during peak hours.
Line Cook
Ember Restaurant
Snowshoe, West Virginia
12.2008 - 03.2009
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to restaurant standards and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and workstations.
- Assisted in menu planning and ingredient selection for seasonal offerings.
Line Cook
CONRAD MIAMI HOTEL, Hilton Hotels
Miami, FL
12.2007 - 06.2008
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to restaurant standards and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and workstations.
- Assisted in menu planning and ingredient selection for seasonal offerings.
Acting supervisor
Beaches Sandy Bay Resort & Spa
Negril Jamaica
07.2006 - 11.2007
- Managed staff schedules to ensure adequate coverage and service quality.
- Trained new employees on resort policies and guest service standards.
Line Cook
Couples Negril
Negril Jamaica
10.2002 - 09.2005
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to restaurant standards and recipes.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen and workstations.
- Assisted in menu planning and ingredient selection for seasonal offerings.
Education
Catering Diploma - Culinary Course
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PA 09.2008 - 06.2009
Certificate Of Achievement - Culinary Arts
George Brown College
08.2003 - 07.2004
Grange Hill School
Grange Hill Jamaica Some College (No Degree) -
George Brown College
Toronto Canada 🇨🇦 Skills
- Menu development
- Culinary presentation
- Food safety compliance
- Staff training
Languages
English
Full Professional
Affiliations
Musician, Basketball,
Accomplishments
Employee of the month employee back of House
References
References available upon request.
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteSalary Range
$105000/yr - $200000/yrTimeline
Executive Chef
Page Restaurant
04.2017 - 02.2026
Sous Chef
Page Restaurant
03.2016 - 04.2017
Sous Chef
Winston Bar & Grill
04.2015 - 09.2015
Line Cook
Page Restaurant
09.2014 - 03.2016
Sous Chef
East Hampton Point
06.2014 - 09.2014
Line Cook
Cittanuova Restaurant
04.2011 - 03.2013
Line Cook
Bostwick Chowder House
08.2010 - 06.2014
Line Cook
Moody Gardens Hotel
03.2010 - 06.2010
Line Cook
Ember Restaurant
12.2008 - 03.2009
Catering Diploma - Culinary Course
Penn Foster Career School
09.2008 - 06.2009
Grill Cook
Maidstone Country Club
06.2008 - 01.2010
Line Cook
CONRAD MIAMI HOTEL, Hilton Hotels
12.2007 - 06.2008
Acting supervisor
Beaches Sandy Bay Resort & Spa
07.2006 - 11.2007
Certificate Of Achievement - Culinary Arts
George Brown College
08.2003 - 07.2004
Line Cook
Couples Negril
10.2002 - 09.2005
Grange Hill School
Some College (No Degree) -
George Brown College