Danielle Kemp
Overland Park,KS
Summary
A driven individual who looks to better peoples lives through understanding, teaching, and growth. Using skills to maintain a safe and fun environment that everyone can enjoy.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Chef Kansas City
Kansas City, MO
08.2024 - Current
- Trained kitchen staff on culinary techniques to increase productivity and boost workflow.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Coordinated and executed menu planning, recipe development and daily operations.
Chef Manager
American Dining Creations
Overland Park, KS
01.2023 - 08.2024
- Conducted weekly inventory checks to identify any discrepancies in quantities of items ordered or received.
- Analyzed recipes to determine menu prices based on cost of food, labor and overhead.
- Directed preparation, delivery and service of catering and special meal requests.
- Monitored costs associated with food production and labor expenses to maintain budgetary goals.
- Planned special meals for VIP guests or those with dietary restrictions such as allergies or religious beliefs.
- Educated culinary staff on all current safety and food regulations to keep kitchen compliant.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
Sous Chef
North Italia
Overland Park, KS
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
- Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
- Established and maintained regular maintenance schedule, keeping kitchen tools and equipment in operable condition.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Assisted head chef with scheduling, training and professional development for team.
Executive Catering Chef
PB&J Restaurants Inc.
Overland Park , KS
08.2016 - 12.2021
- Developed unique and cost effective menu items to exceed client expectations.
- Prepared diverse and complex appetizers, entrees and desserts for hundreds of guests while keep food cost low.
- Managed staff, food preparation and plating during large catering events.
- Supervised kitchen staff by providing training and mentoring to improve product quality.
- Oversaw inventory, kitchen operations and scheduling to ensure each event ran smoothly.
Education
Associate of Science -
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KSAssociate of Arts -
Johnson County Community College
Overland Park, KS200 RYT -
Darling Yoga
Overland Park, KSSkills
- Customer service oriented
- Budgeting and cost control
- Food preparation techniques
- Team training
- Multi-tasker
- Relationship development
- Excellent communication skills
- Organization
- Food Safety
- Inventory supervision
Timeline
Executive Chef
Chef Kansas City
08.2024 - Current
Chef Manager
American Dining Creations
01.2023 - 08.2024
Sous Chef
North Italia
12.2021 - 01.2023
Executive Catering Chef
PB&J Restaurants Inc.
08.2016 - 12.2021
200 RYT -
Darling Yoga
Associate of Arts -
Johnson County Community College
Associate of Science -
Johnson County Community College