Costa Gountanis

• Collaborated with the head chef to create seasonal menus and special dishes.
• Produced high-quality food and providing timely service.
• Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards
• Assisted with menu development and planning.
• Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
• Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.

• Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
• Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
• Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
• Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
• Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.

Assisted clients with obtaining housing, employment and support resources.

• Tracked service activities and outcomes against outlined plans and goals.
• Oversaw housing plans for clients to promote timely transition to permanent housing

• Followed strict standards for food handling and safety
• Measured, weighed and mixed appropriate ingredients according to recipe directions.
• Maintained clean, hygienic kitchen workspace by sweeping, mopping, and taking out trash