Collette Lewis
San Jose,CA
Summary
Creative, food-loving individual passionate about sharing knowledge of culinary arts. Ready to take on an exciting new opportunity to inspire and educate students and help them to succeed in life.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef Manager/Coach
Campbell Union High School District
05.2022 - Current
- Supervise and train Food Services staff and student workers in food production with the goal of increased participation and meal quality with an emphasis on: following standardized recipes, operation of equipment, culinary skills-based learning, meal service and food presentation.
- Supervise and assist with student workers and culinary students working in the Kitchen.
- Prepare, deliver, and set up any food for special event catering.
- Monitor daily food preparation and meal service to ensure standardized recipes and proper portion sizes are utilized to meet the USDA meal pattern requirements.
- Provide daily monitoring and training on Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points (HACCP).
- Perform market research and conducts recipe/product demonstrations and tastings with students and district staff for acceptable menu items.
- Develop and prepare recipes that align with federal meal program requirements and District wellness standards.
- Prepare and maintain a variety of records such as employee time cards and evaluations; maintain reports such as inventory and requisitions; complete daily menu production records as required.
- Prepare work schedule and assign duties of Food Service and student staff; assist in the selection, training, supervision, discipline and evaluation of assigned staff.
- Fill in on-site in the absence of the Food Service Lead, Cafeteria Manager or Food Services Director.
- Servesafe Manager certified
Campus Dining Leadperson
Campbell Union High School District
05.2021 - 05.2022
- Assist in planning, organizing and coordinating day-to-day operations and activities in assigned food services areas.
- Order appropriate quantities of food and supplies and assure proper storage and usage to assure safety and sanitation rules, regulations and guidelines are followed; follow approved housekeeping and safety practices to assure that sanitary and safe conditions are maintained in kitchen, food-serving areas and in dining areas.
- Assist in preparation and maintenance of a variety of food services files, records and forms, such as inventory, cash receipts, costs, catering, menus, work orders, purchase orders and related items.
- Prepare and set up catering events.
- Transport food and supplies.
- Assist in training new staff and student workers in food service operations.
- Assist the Food Service Director to implement necessary improvements and changes in food preparation, meal service, menus and equipment.
- Assist in hiring student workers and review timecards.
- Assist menu development.
- Assist in the planning, scheduling, assigning and monitoring of the food service activities at an assigned site; provide work direction and guidance to monitor daily job assignments and operational activities in food service areas.
- Operate a variety of kitchen and food service equipment including cash register, point-of-sale and inventory software, oven, grill, cook-top, barbeque and related equipment.
- Oversee and participate in the preparation and service of food for students and staff at assigned site; assure that standardized recipes and portion controls are followed.
- Assist in monitoring work and staff to assure compliance with established practices, rules, regulations and requirements.
- Substitute for absent food service staff as needed.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Events Manager
San Pedro Events I Moana Restaurant Group
San Jose, CA
11.2018 - 10.2020
- Company Overview: Ownership change in July 2020 to MDM Restaurant & Bar Group
- Schedule and manage events for 4 properties (2 full service restaurants, craft cocktail bar and a 5,000 square foot event space).
- Capture incoming leads for each property and follow up as needed.
- Participate in client site inspections and discussions to promote each venue.
- Act as main point of contact for each client to put together floor plans, timelines and menus for each event.
- Oversee set up and execution of events, supervising up to 25 event staff members.
- Prepare all event documentation including floor plans and event orders.
- Attend weekly meetings with managers of each venue to discuss upcoming events and details.
- Schedule and lead offsite marketing events (All Things Meetings, Fall Festival of Food & Wine, Brews & Bites, Bay Area Wedding Expo).
- Create events to boost revenue during COVID19 such as micro weddings, distanced ticketed events and virtual mixology classes.
- Experienced in event management software (Tripleseat, Gather, Allseated).
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Applications.
- Familiar with Toast POS system.
Assistant General Manager
Olla Cocina, Moana Restaurant Group
San Jose, CA
01.2018 - 11.2018
- Manage day to day operations.
- Command all aspects of customer service, from table maintenance to food presentation.
- Ensure all corporate standards are implemented.
- Hire and schedule staff for daily needs and special events.
- Counsel and discipline employees and conduct performance reviews for a staff of 40.
- Daily inventory control and product ordering.
- Manage daily labor hours and bimonthly payroll.
- Create eye catching posts for social media channels.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Applications.
- Experienced in Aloha POS system.
- Servesafe Manager certified.
Assistant Food and Beverage Director
Hotel De Anza
San Jose, CA
05.2016 - 01.2018
- Manage day to day operations for 3 food and beverage outlets of a 101 room property (1 full service restaurant, full service lounge/live music venue and grab and go café).
- Daily inventory control and product ordering.
- Invoice tracking and procurement (BirchStreet Systems).
- Manage daily labor hours and bimonthly payroll (Timesaver, ADP Vantage).
- Command all aspects of customer service, from table maintenance to food presentation.
- Ensure all corporate standards are implemented.
- Hire and schedule staff for daily needs and special events.
- Counsel and discipline employees and conduct performance reviews.
- Assist with menu development.
- Experienced in Micros POS system.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications.
- Servesafe certified.
Manager/Live Music & Events Coordinator
The Hedley Club at Hotel De Anza
San Jose, CA
09.2011 - 05.2016
- Develop monthly entertainment budget including expenses and revenue targets.
- Conduct revenue vs. cost analysis on scheduled performers to ensure maximum profitability.
- Design, direct and promote social events to generate revenue.
- Establish and maintain relationships and manage expenses with musicians and vendors.
- Schedule entertainment for nightly performances and special events.
- Create cocktail/food menus and for special events.
- Hire, schedule, counsel and discipline staff.
- Weekly inventory control and ordering.
Skills
- Culinary techniques and cooking skills
- Menu and recipe development
- Food trend analysis
- Training and mentoring
- Creative problem solving
- ServSafe Manager certification
Timeline
Chef Manager/Coach
Campbell Union High School District
05.2022 - Current
Campus Dining Leadperson
Campbell Union High School District
05.2021 - 05.2022
Events Manager
San Pedro Events I Moana Restaurant Group
11.2018 - 10.2020
Assistant General Manager
Olla Cocina, Moana Restaurant Group
01.2018 - 11.2018
Assistant Food and Beverage Director
Hotel De Anza
05.2016 - 01.2018
Manager/Live Music & Events Coordinator
The Hedley Club at Hotel De Anza
09.2011 - 05.2016