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Daniel E Diaz

Daniel E Diaz

Newark,DE

Summary

Hospitality professional with 15 years of experience in fine dining restaurants, resorts/hotels, and country clubs. Skilled in managing kitchen operations, maintaining food quality and safety, and delivering exceptional culinary experiences.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Talula's Table
Kennett Square, PA
08.2020 - Current
  • Prepare various dishes for catering, tasting dinner, and the daily market.
  • Conceptualize menus with Executive Chef to account for dietary restrictions, food allergies, and personal requests.
  • Manage inventory by implementing efficient storage and ordering systems.
  • Order food items and supplies to fulfill catering, a la carte, and day to day orders.

Sous Chef

Misty Hills Country Hotel
Muldersdrift, Gauteng, South Africa
07.2019 - 04.2020
  • Collaborated with event planners and clients to ensure seamless execution of events and exceed customer expectations.
  • Supervised and assisted staff in all areas of the kitchen for events and general service
  • Created menus for private and public events; catering and buffet menus as well
  • Maintained the stock and cleanliness of the kitchen
  • Reviewed and updated general and cleaning procedures for the kitchen

Lead Line Cook

Hartefeld National
Avondale, PA
03.2018 - 06.2019
  • Worked multiple food stations preparing food for the 250-seat country club restaurant and catering events such as weddings, parties and golf outings.
  • Self-created specials for daily lunch, brunch, and dinner menus receiving positive feedback from patrons for quality, taste, and creativity.
  • Directed and trained new employees to complete dishes set to the restaurant's standards.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Delaware Technical And Community College
Newark, DE
01-2019

Skills

  • ServSafe certified
  • Culinary creativity
  • Menu planning
  • Effective communication
  • Time management
  • Inventory control
  • Multi-tasking
  • Customer service
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving
  • Team collaboration

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sous Chef

Talula's Table
08.2020 - Current

Sous Chef

Misty Hills Country Hotel
07.2019 - 04.2020

Lead Line Cook

Hartefeld National
03.2018 - 06.2019

Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts

Delaware Technical And Community College

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