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Dale Johnson

Dale Johnson

West Hollywood,CA

Summary

Culinary operations leader with over 10 years of diverse experience in fine dining, luxury hotels, and large-scale catering. Expertise includes cost optimization, team development, and enhancing guest satisfaction. Trained by renowned chefs, demonstrating a commitment to culinary excellence and operational efficiency.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Catering Sous-Chef

Sodexo Live
Ronald Reagan Presidential Library
04.2025 - Current
  • Designed and customized menus based on client preferences and dietary restrictions.
  • Managed kitchen staff of up to 15, ensuring efficient workflow during service.
  • Monitored inventory levels, ordered supplies, and managed food storage practices.
  • Ensured high standards for taste, presentation, and compliance with safety regulations.

Line-cook and Freelance Hospitality

Bel Air Bay Club
Santa Monica, CA
10.2024 - 04.2025

Assistant Managing Partner

Tacombi
New York
03.2024 - 10.2024
  • Directed daily operations for high-volume restaurant serving hundreds of customers.
  • Led catering and event management, overseeing vendor coordination and logistics.
  • Optimized labor and reduced waste, resulting in improved profit margins.
  • Mentored staff to cultivate a collaborative and professional work environment.

Senior Managing Chef Wonder

The Start-up
03.2021 - 12.2022
  • Built and led four teams of over 20 members across three locations, opening and operating four facilities.
  • Promoted to Senior Culinary Operations Manager, optimizing logistics for multi-site operations.
  • Streamlined workflows using data-driven strategies, reducing costs and enhancing efficiency.
  • Fostered cross-functional communication to improve collaboration and project outcomes.

Chef De Partie

The Mark Restaurant by Jean-Georges
10.2020 - 03.2021
  • Cultivated a safe, respectful work environment through effective conflict resolution strategies.
  • Collaborated with FOH teams to enhance service delivery and communication.
  • Assisted all stations during peak hours, ensuring optimal speed and efficiency.

Sous Chef

Aureole
New York, NY
07.2018 - 03.2020
  • Trained and mentored junior staff, enhancing culinary skills and increasing kitchen productivity.
  • Negotiated vendor contracts, minimizing costs while securing premium-quality ingredients.
  • Optimized kitchen layout and workflow to elevate efficiency and service speed.
  • Executed catering operations and enforced safety and quality standards, consistently surpassing client expectations.

Education

Culinary Institute of America -

The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY
07.2017

Pace University -

Pace University
NY
09.2016

High School Diploma -

Sandy Spring Friends College Preparatory High School
Olney, MD
06.2013

Skills

Core competencies

  • Operations leadership: multi-unit oversightP&L and COGS management Labor Optimization
  • Culinary expertise: menu development Fine Dining Standards Large-Scale Production
  • Team development: training and mentorshipCross-functional leadership Culture Building
  • Cost Control & Logistics: Supplier Negotiation Inventory & Waste Reduction Event Execution
  • Compliance & Quality: HACCP Food Safety Quality Assurance Programs
  • Technical Proficiency: Restaurant365 Toast ADP Slack POS & Scheduling Systems MS Office

Certification

  • ServSafe, Management and Nutrition/Allergens
  • CAP Certified Administrative Professional
  • Certified Kaizen Management

Timeline

Catering Sous-Chef

Sodexo Live
04.2025 - Current

Line-cook and Freelance Hospitality

Bel Air Bay Club
10.2024 - 04.2025

Assistant Managing Partner

Tacombi
03.2024 - 10.2024

Senior Managing Chef Wonder

The Start-up
03.2021 - 12.2022

Chef De Partie

The Mark Restaurant by Jean-Georges
10.2020 - 03.2021

Sous Chef

Aureole
07.2018 - 03.2020

Culinary Institute of America -

The Culinary Institute of America

Pace University -

Pace University

High School Diploma -

Sandy Spring Friends College Preparatory High School

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