Craig Forney
Huntington Station,NY
Summary
Experienced with managing all phases of catering operations, from menu development to event execution.Strong understanding of team coordination and customer satisfaction to deliver memorable culinary experiences. Hardworking professional bringing detail-oriented approach to food preparation and handling. Reliable individual possessing excellent communication and problem-solving strengths.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Cook
Capital One Bank/Life Works Aramark
Melville, New York
11.2005 - 07.2025
- Delivered exceptional service to employees, VPs, and guests of Capital One Bank.
- Catered to over 780 individuals with tailored menus and themes.
- Developed diverse catering settings to enhance guest experiences.
Assistant Kitchen Manager
California Pizza Kitchen
06.1999 - 03.2010
Assisted in managing daily kitchen operations and staff schedules.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food preparation and safety standards.
- Oversaw food quality control to ensure consistency with brand standards.
- Organized inventory and placed orders for food, equipment, and supplies to maintain appropriate stock levels.
Education
Culinary Arts -
New York Restaurant School
Manhattan, NY12-1995
High School Diploma -
Walt Whitman High School
Huntington Sta, NySkills
- Customer Skills
- Catering management
- Kitchen operations
- Catering
- Professionalism
- Computer Skills
- Guest Service
- Food cost control
- Menu development
Certification
Food Manager Certificate
Timeline
Lead Cook
Capital One Bank/Life Works Aramark
11.2005 - 07.2025
Assistant Kitchen Manager
California Pizza Kitchen
06.1999 - 03.2010
Culinary Arts -
New York Restaurant School
High School Diploma -
Walt Whitman High School