Conroy Chambers
Daytona Beach,FL
Summary
High-performing Chef offering 21+ years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
J Grill
Ormond Beach, FL
11.2021 - Current
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Modernized processes for kitchen staff to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Collaborated with other personnel to produce and modify menus and selections.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Oversaw grill, stove and oven and cleaned equipment after every shift.
Chef
Royal Caribbean International
Miami Beach, FL
05.2007 - 08.2021
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action and performance reviews.
- Modernized processes for kitchen staff to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Collaborated with other personnel to produce and modify menus and selections.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Chef
Chambers Caribbean Cuisine
La Marque, TX
03.2021 - 07.2021
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity and presentation.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Developed recipes and menus by applying understanding of market demand and culinary trends,
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Inventoried food, ingredient and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs.
Chef Assistant
Sandals Montego Bay
Montego Bay
12.2001 - 05.2007
- Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
- Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
- Limited portion sizes and used garnishes to control food costs.
- Implemented successful cross-marketing strategies such as food and wine pairings.
- Floated throughout kitchen to assist in meal preparation and plating, effectively anticipating chef and waiting staff's needs.
Education
No Degree - Culinary Arts
Maldon Culinary Arts Program
Montego BayNo Degree - Culinary Arts
Royal Caribbean Onboard Training
Miami Beach, FLNo Degree - Wait Staff Training
Royal Caribbean Onboard Training
Miami Beach, FLSkills
- Quality Control and Oversight
- Menu Planning
- Quality Assessment
- Coordinating Kitchen Staff
- Customer Service
- Decision Making
- Cooking Technique Demonstrations
- Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
Timeline
Chef
J Grill
11.2021 - Current
Chef
Chambers Caribbean Cuisine
03.2021 - 07.2021
Chef
Royal Caribbean International
05.2007 - 08.2021
Chef Assistant
Sandals Montego Bay
12.2001 - 05.2007
No Degree - Culinary Arts
Maldon Culinary Arts Program
No Degree - Culinary Arts
Royal Caribbean Onboard Training
No Degree - Wait Staff Training
Royal Caribbean Onboard Training
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