Darian Henderson
Millville,NJ
Summary
Passionate, spirited and classically trained culinary professional, skilled in building relationships and developing high-performing teams. Leader in delivery of excellent customer service. Equipped to apply restaurant operational experience to grow world-class organizations. Dedicated to food safety, customer service best practices and quality food service.
Skilled at rekeying locks, duplicating keys and repairing hardware. Strong knowledge of industry innovations in security and hardware upgrades. Committed to providing timely and efficient service at all hours.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Banquet Sous Chef
Oceanfront Properties LLC.
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor.
- Directed staff in restaurant kitchen and field to maintain department objectives, standards, guidelines and budget.
Head Chef
Villa Fazzolari
09.2008 - 09.2023
- Interviewed, hired and trained new team members
- Delegated tasks to team members to optimize productivity
- Expertly estimated staffing needs and adjusted hourly schedules in accordance with demand patterns, budget and local labor laws
- Ensured smooth kitchen operation by overseeing daily product inventory, purchasing and receiving
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with the kitchen team
- Provided nutritious, safe, visually appealing, innovative and properly prepared and flavored food
Sous Chef
Golden Nugget Casino Atlantic City (Seasonal)
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Learned the aspects of how to manage a restaurant in a casino/hotel setting
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
Education
Certificate - Locksmithing
Eastern Atlantic State Carpenters
3300 S. White Horse Pike, Hammonton, NJ 0803704.2024
Associate in Applied Sciences/Culinary Arts, Food Preparation, Kitchen Management, Patisserie and Confectionery, International Cuisine, Nutrition courses, Pastry Arts -
Atlantic Cape Community College
01.2011
Skills
- Motivational Team Management
- Kitchen Operations
- Culinary Techniques
- Compliance
- Positive and Professional
- Sanitation Standards
- Team Management
- Special Dietary Requirements
- Food Presentation
- Menu Development
- Foodservice
- Recipe Creation
- Vendor Relations
- Inventory Management
- Food Safety
- Food Preparation
- Cost Control
- Heavy Lifting
- Team Leadership
- First Aid/CPR
Affiliations
- Weightlifting
- Digital Content Creator
- Social Media Influencer
Certification
- ServSafe Certified
Content Creator
I make videos on current events and my culinary skills. Also stream live on multiple platforms
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Banquet Sous Chef
Oceanfront Properties LLC.
10.2023 - 02.2024
Sous Chef
Golden Nugget Casino Atlantic City (Seasonal)
05.2017 - 10.2017
Head Chef
Villa Fazzolari
09.2008 - 09.2023
Certificate - Locksmithing
Eastern Atlantic State Carpenters
Associate in Applied Sciences/Culinary Arts, Food Preparation, Kitchen Management, Patisserie and Confectionery, International Cuisine, Nutrition courses, Pastry Arts -
Atlantic Cape Community College