Danny Matthews
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Proficient Sous Chef highly effective at operating in fast-paced, demanding environments. Adaptable professional with success handling any challenge. Number-year background in high-end restaurant industry.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Station Casinos
04.2018 - 02.2021
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of current culinary trends and techniques.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Introduced new culinary techniques to the team, elevating the overall skill level and leading to more diverse menu offerings for guests.
Education
Diploma - General Studies
Centennial High School
Pueblo ColoradoTo Your Certificate - Service And Repair Electronics
Public Community College
Pueblo, CO06.1977
Accomplishments
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Timeline
Sous Chef
Station Casinos
04.2018 - 02.2021
Diploma - General Studies
Centennial High School
To Your Certificate - Service And Repair Electronics
Public Community College