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Danny Weaver

Dallas,TX

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Sodexo USA, excelling in kitchen management and food safety. Proven ability to optimize food preparation processes while training staff to maintain high standards. Adept in meal presentation and customer service, ensuring exceptional dining experiences for all patrons.

Culinary professional with strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Expertise in menu development, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Known for fostering collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently achieving desired results. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and culinary innovation.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef

Lakepoint Seniors
12.2021 - 03.2025

Prepared all meals for the residents. Created menus for all the meals. Purchased food and supplies for meals. Cleaned and maintained equipment in kitchen

Lead Cook

Inspired Living Lewisville
08.2020 - 12.2021

Prepared meals for memory care patients(25-30). Prepared meals for residents in a restaurant (120-150). Cleaned pots and pans and kitchen equipment.cleaned floors and took out garbage. Put away orders from vendors

Chef -Lead Cook

Sodexo USA
09.1999 - 03.2020

Headed a team that ran high volume cafeterias in the corporate division. Worked all stations. Prepared catering. Prepared menus for daily specials

  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.

Education

High School Diploma -

W T White
Dallas, TX

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Customer service
  • Knife skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food quality
  • Kitchen management
  • Food presentation
  • Meal preparation
  • Attention to detail

Timeline

Chef

Lakepoint Seniors
12.2021 - 03.2025

Lead Cook

Inspired Living Lewisville
08.2020 - 12.2021

Chef -Lead Cook

Sodexo USA
09.1999 - 03.2020

High School Diploma -

W T White