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Curtis Markwith

Summary

I have a very strong attention to detail, can learn things fast and take pride in being extremely reliable. I love to work with food and teaching people how to be skilled and productive. I'm great with planning, organizing, leading and commanding excellence in my workplace.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Executive Chef/Culinary Director

Oakmont Senior Living
11.2022 - Current

Overseeing A large and upscale culinary operation.

  • Established food preparation procedures and guidelines to promote meal consistency and quality.
  • Took inventory of supplies and maintained accurate stock records to minimize losses and support supply ordering.
  • Inspected deliveries for accuracy and safety.
  • Conducted inspections of food preparation and dining facilities to verify compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Maintained records and awareness of unique dietary restrictions or allergies of personnel, accommodating needs in meal preparation.
  • Prepared and served food to approximately personnel in upscale urban restaurant.
  • Planned menus and ordered various food stock to provide balanced and nutritious meals.
  • Developed menus and meal plans which met personnel needs, utilizing available supplies and within budget restrictions.
  • Managed delivery of fresh rations in environments for over personnel.
  • Reduced spending by documenting inventory and purchases for budget management.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
  • Handled escalated customer concerns with speed and knowledgeable support to achieve optimal satisfaction and maintain long-term loyalty.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust purchasing decisions accordingly.
  • Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
  • Prepared and served food to approximately personnel in upscale urban restaurant.
  • Managed delivery of fresh rations in environments for over personnel.
  • Reduced spending by % by documenting inventory and purchases for budget management.

Food Service Director

Crestwood Recovery Center
07.2011 - 11.2022

Overseeing all aspects of the food service operation in a health care facility, Ensure that quality and sanitation standards are met on A daily basis. Haccp compliance.

  • Planned operations to effectively cover needs while controlling costs and maximizing service.
  • Developed strategies to improve food service levels for busy facility handling meals each day.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.

Food Service Supervisor

Van Vista Assisted Living Facility
11.2008 - 06.2011
  • Maintained health and food safety standards at all stages, from storage through delivery.
  • Kept guest and work areas clean, organized and sanitized per established standards.
  • Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
  • Monitored food quality and service levels to maximize kitchen and dining area performance.

Education

No Degree - Culinary Arts

Shasta College
Redding, CA

No Degree - Nutrition & Disease

Butte College
Oroville, CA

High School Diploma -

Burney Junior-Senior High School
Burney, CA
06.2003

Skills

  • Food Preparation
  • Cooking Procedures
  • Brand Alignment
  • Service Quality Enhancements
  • Food Services
  • Maintaining Clean Work Areas
  • Cost Efficiency
  • Food Safety and Sanitation
  • QA/Ac
  • Management
  • Food Service Management

Certification

ServSafe, CDM, CFPP, DSS

Additional Information

Military Service

Service Country: United States Navy

Rank: E5

October 2003 to October 2008

Culinary Specialist

Commendations

NAMM

Timeline

Executive Chef/Culinary Director

Oakmont Senior Living
11.2022 - Current

Food Service Director

Crestwood Recovery Center
07.2011 - 11.2022

Food Service Supervisor

Van Vista Assisted Living Facility
11.2008 - 06.2011

No Degree - Culinary Arts

Shasta College

No Degree - Nutrition & Disease

Butte College

High School Diploma -

Burney Junior-Senior High School
Curtis Markwith