Danielle McQueen
Phoenixville
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience in kitchen and front-of-house management. Proven ability to train diverse teams and enhance operational efficiency.
Skilled in event planning and committed to high-quality standards, fostering teamwork while delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Adept at adapting to dietary needs and mentoring staff. Motivated and willing to go above and beyond for the team.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Culinary Supervisor
Willow Valley Communities
02.2023 - Current
- Anticipated guest's needs and acknowledged and resolved concerns.
- Followed company, safety, security policies, and procedures.
- Trained new hires in food handling and safety protocols to boost knowledge and performance.
- Scheduled and coordinated all catering events.
- Helped to prototype and test new software used to run meal ordering systems in 2 restaurants.
- Assisted in giving tech support to residents, and effectively trained staff to offer tech support.
- Supervised casual fine dining menu service restaurant.
- Supervised food presentation and pricing for small market.
- Coached multiple team members with intellectual differences.
Sous Chef and Front of House Manager
Kitchen Kettle
01.2015 - 01.2022
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Trained kitchen staff including IU13 students and Front of House staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
Sous Chef
Lancaster Bible College
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation and menu planning
- Specialized in dietary needs.
- Trained volunteer student staff and team members with intellectual differences
- Large scale catering events
Chef
Wyebrook Farm
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Trained with mentor chefs, farmers, butchers, gardeners on a 300 acre sustainable farm.
- Work was featured in Martha Stewart Magazine.
- Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
General Manager
McQueen's Whitehorse Inn
01.2000 - 01.2013
- Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
- Lead by example to have a strong work ethic.
- Fostered the importance of teamwork and having fun while working hard.
Education
Associate of Arts - Specialized Restaurant Management
Pa School of Culinary Arts
Skills
- Professional demeanor
- Kitchen management
- Front of House management
- Event planning
Certification
- Servsafe Certificate
Timeline
Culinary Supervisor
Willow Valley Communities
02.2023 - Current
Sous Chef and Front of House Manager
Kitchen Kettle
01.2015 - 01.2022
Sous Chef
Lancaster Bible College
01.2014 - 01.2016
Chef
Wyebrook Farm
01.2014 - 01.2016
General Manager
McQueen's Whitehorse Inn
01.2000 - 01.2013
Associate of Arts - Specialized Restaurant Management
Pa School of Culinary Arts
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