Dan Wilson
Louisville,CO
Summary
Passionate Executive Chef skilled in menu creation, kitchen staff management, and culinary direction. Creative and artistic professional recognized for upholding highest standards and developing compelling seasonal menus.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of post-secondary education
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Heartbeet Chef
Boulder, Colorado
12.2015 - Current
- Created innovative seasonal menus reflecting local and organic ingredients.
- Directed culinary team to maintain high-quality food preparation standards.
Executive Banquet Chef
The Maven Hotel
Denver, Colorado
01.2026 - 08.2026
- Created diverse banquet menus for various events at a high-end hotel.
- Supervised kitchen staff during large-scale banquet preparations and service.
- Managed food inventory and ensured quality ingredients were used consistently.
Executive Sous Chef
Cogir Senior living
Broomfield
02.2025 - 12.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure high-quality food preparation.
- Developed menus catering to diverse dietary needs of residents.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen efficiency.
Sous Chef
Hover Senior Living
Longmont, Colorado
04.2022 - 01.2023
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies for daily kitchen operations.
- Developed new menu items in collaboration with the executive chef.
Chef
Aloft Hotel
Broomfield, Colorado
06.2015 - 12.2015
- Prepared diverse menu items using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure efficient workflow and food quality.
- Trained and mentored junior staff in cooking techniques and safety protocols.
Sous Chef
Westin Hotel
Denver, Colorado
10.2014 - 06.2015
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Managed inventory levels and ordered supplies for daily kitchen operations.
- Developed new menu items in collaboration with the executive chef.
Chef
Kombat Cafe
Phuket, Thailand , Thailand
12.2012 - 08.2014
- Prepared diverse menu items using fresh, locally sourced ingredients.
- Managed kitchen operations to ensure efficient workflow and food quality.
Lead Banquet chef
Westin Hotel
Denver, Colorado
07.2011 - 11.2012
Banquet Cook
Sheraton Hotel & Resorts
Denver, Colorado
06.2011 - 07.2011
- Prepared diverse banquet dishes for large-scale events at a premier hotel.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure efficient food preparation and service.
- Prepared diverse menu items for large-scale events and banquets.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to ensure timely meal service during events.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations throughout shifts.
Bartender
Snooze AM Eatery
Denver, Colorado
08.2010 - 05.2011
Line Cook
Snooze AM Eatery
Denver, Colorado
08.2009 - 08.2010
Cook
Steve's Snappin Dogs
Denver, Colorado
08.2008 - 04.2009
- Prepared a variety of pizza recipes following established guidelines.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure fresh ingredients were available daily.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and maintained cleanliness standards.
Cook
Bojo's Pizza
Boulder, Colorado
08.2007 - 08.2008
Prep Cook
Chili's Restaurant
Erie, Colorado
01.2007 - 08.2007
- Prepared ingredients following safety and hygiene standards in kitchen environment.
- Assisted chefs in meal preparation and plating for patient services.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations throughout shifts.
Server
Chili's Restaurant
Erie, Colorado
08.2006 - 01.2007
- Provided excellent customer service in a fast-paced dining environment.
- Took orders accurately and communicated them to the kitchen staff.
- Managed cash register operations and processed customer payments efficiently.
Prep Cook
Avista hospital
Louisville, Colorado
08.2005 - 05.2006
- Prepared ingredients following safety and hygiene standards in kitchen environment.
- Assisted chefs in meal preparation and plating for patient services.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations throughout shifts.
Dishwasher
Avista hospital
Louisville, CO
01.2005 - 08.2005
- Maintained cleanliness of dishes, utensils, and kitchen equipment.
- Operated dishwashing machines according to safety protocols.
- Assisted kitchen staff by providing clean dishes promptly.
Education
Servsafe Management Course - Management
Servsafe
01.2023 - 08.2028
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Johnson & Wales University
Denver , CO 08.2010 - 05.2012
Skills
- Menu development
- Culinary techniques
- Food safety practices
- Team leadership
Certification
- ServeSafe Manager certified
Affiliations
- Professional muaythai fighter
- Skateboarding
Timeline
Executive Banquet Chef
The Maven Hotel
01.2026 - 08.2026
Executive Sous Chef
Cogir Senior living
02.2025 - 12.2025
Servsafe Management Course - Management
Servsafe
01.2023 - 08.2028
Sous Chef
Hover Senior Living
04.2022 - 01.2023
Executive Chef
Heartbeet Chef
12.2015 - Current
Chef
Aloft Hotel
06.2015 - 12.2015
Sous Chef
Westin Hotel
10.2014 - 06.2015
Chef
Kombat Cafe
12.2012 - 08.2014
Lead Banquet chef
Westin Hotel
07.2011 - 11.2012
Banquet Cook
Sheraton Hotel & Resorts
06.2011 - 07.2011
Bartender
Snooze AM Eatery
08.2010 - 05.2011
Associate of Arts - Culinary
Johnson & Wales University
08.2010 - 05.2012
Line Cook
Snooze AM Eatery
08.2009 - 08.2010
Cook
Steve's Snappin Dogs
08.2008 - 04.2009
Cook
Bojo's Pizza
08.2007 - 08.2008
Prep Cook
Chili's Restaurant
01.2007 - 08.2007
Server
Chili's Restaurant
08.2006 - 01.2007
Prep Cook
Avista hospital
08.2005 - 05.2006
Dishwasher
Avista hospital
01.2005 - 08.2005