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Darin Kramer

Colchester,CT

Summary

Artistic Head Chef with strong experience in food service and hospitality industry. Knowledgeable in managing full-service kitchen and overseeing duties of personnel. Proficient in raw material procurement and cost management. Works well with teams and maintain professional relationship with fellow employees.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Prep/Bakery Manager

Taino Smokehouse
11.2012 - Current
  • Assisted restaurant owners with pricing by providing ingredient costs and portioning information.
  • Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
  • Created exciting dishes at competitive prices to attract clientele and increase revenue.
  • Followed all food safety and sanitary guidelines to comply with local and state regulations.
  • Developed recipes and menus to meet consumer demand and align with culinary trends.
  • Managed kitchen staff team of [Number] and assigned various stages of food production.
  • Monitored and improved performance of [Number] team members resulting in [Number] meals produced daily.
  • Incorporated customer recommendations and feedback to experiment with new dishes.
  • Supervised staff of [Number], providing direction in preparing specialty items, including [Type] and [Type] food.
  • Determined food inventory needs.
  • Controlled and directed the food preparation process.
  • Performed mise en place daily to efficiently prepare signature dishes.
  • Planned and prepared food product orders to maintain appropriate stock levels.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques to increase productivity and boost workflow.
  • Maintained a clean and safe work environment by enforcing strict adherence to food safety guidelines and regulations.

Mountain Patroller

Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort
10.2022 - 03.2024
  • Implemented effective crowd control strategies during special events or emergencies, ensuring public safety at all times.
  • Ensured optimal coverage of designated areas by efficiently planning patrol routes, maximizing response times for incidents.
  • Participated in ongoing training programs for continued skill development and staying current on industry best practices.
  • Identified patterns of recurring issues within patrol areas, proposing solutions to address root causes effectively.
  • Assisted in emergency situations, providing first aid and coordinating with emergency responders for swift resolution.
  • Built strong relationships with community members, fostering trust and cooperation in maintaining a safe environment.
  • Developed comprehensive reports detailing patrol findings and observations, contributing to informed decision-making processes.
  • Performed risk assessments for designated areas, identifying potential hazards and recommending preventive measures.
  • Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
  • Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.

Beach Lifeguard/Waterfront Lifeguard

Brownstone Adventure Sports Park
05.2023 - 08.2023
  • Simulated rescue conditions regularly with team members to maintain water rescue proficiency.
  • Responded promptly to emergencies on beach and in water, administered first aid and CPR and coordinated hospital transportation.
  • Provided exceptional customer service to visitors by addressing inquiries promptly and professionally.
  • Enhanced swimmer safety through vigilant monitoring of beach activities and enforcing beach regulations.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of lifesaving techniques through continuous professional development initiatives and certifications renewals.
  • Conducted daily weather observations to provide accurate information for beachgoers, influencing safer decisionmaking.
  • Verified first aid supplies each day to effectively handle any emergency.
  • Patrolled beach to check on beach-goers and identify unauthorized activities such as alcohol use.
  • Streamlined communication among team members by utilizing walkie-talkies or hand signals during high-pressure situations.
  • Observed swimmers to quickly detect signs of distress and dangerous animal activity.
  • Rescued distressed swimmers with timely interventions, utilizing rescue equipment and first aid techniques.
  • Collaborated with local emergency services to optimize response times during critical situations, ensuring swift assistance.

Chef/Sales Manager

Nakitas resturant
02.2010 - 11.2012
  • Monitored and improved performance of team members resulting in meals produced daily.
  • Oversaw hiring, training and development of kitchen employees.
  • Created exciting dishes at competitive prices to attract clientele and increase revenue.
  • Developed recipes and menus to meet consumer demand and align with culinary trends.
  • Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
  • Considered seasonal product pricing and availability in development of promotional dishes and menu selections.
  • Inspected freezers and refrigerators prior to each shift to check temperatures levels, verifying proper functionality.
  • Prepared schedules, work assignments and constructed employee compensation packages.
  • Reduced food costs [Number]% by expertly estimating purchasing needs and buying through approved suppliers.
  • Purchased ingredients from local farms to benefit environment and reduce costs [Number]%.
  • Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques to increase productivity and boost workflow.
  • Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted.
  • Streamlined kitchen processes to shorten wait times and serve [Number] additional guests per hour.
  • Continually supervised training and cross training of pastry staff for all phases of preparation.

Head Chef/Owner/Operator

Bella’s Resturant
04.2005 - 02.2010
  • Taught kitchen staff about proper nutrition, food allergies and dietary issues.
  • Washed utensils, plates and chopping boards between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Prepared schedules, work assignments and constructed employee compensation packages.
  • Developed innovative menu to provide customers with over high-quality food options.

Discovery Center Ski and Snowboard Manager

Mt Snow Resorts
08.2001 - 04.2004
  • Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
  • Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
  • Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
  • Delivered Equipment to customer locations.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new opportunities.
  • Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
  • Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Education

Associate of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management

Atlantic Culinary College
Mays Landing, NJ

High School Diploma -

Manalapan High School
Englishtown, NJ

Associate of Arts - Outdoor Wilderness Care

National Ski Patrol
Middlefield, CT

Skills

NSP Nordic/Alpine Ski/Snowboard patroller

NSP OEC Technician Instructor

ARC Lifeguard/Waterfront/O2 certification

ARC AED/CPR for professional Instructor

ARC Wilderness Outdoor Instructor

Certification

ARC AED/CPR for professional

NSP OEC Technician instructor

ARC wilderness Outdoor Instructor

Stop The Bleed Instructor

ARC Lifeguard/Waterfront/O2 certification

Timeline

Beach Lifeguard/Waterfront Lifeguard

Brownstone Adventure Sports Park
05.2023 - 08.2023

Mountain Patroller

Powder Ridge Mountain Park & Resort
10.2022 - 03.2024

Head Prep/Bakery Manager

Taino Smokehouse
11.2012 - Current

Chef/Sales Manager

Nakitas resturant
02.2010 - 11.2012

Head Chef/Owner/Operator

Bella’s Resturant
04.2005 - 02.2010

Discovery Center Ski and Snowboard Manager

Mt Snow Resorts
08.2001 - 04.2004

Associate of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management

Atlantic Culinary College

High School Diploma -

Manalapan High School

Associate of Arts - Outdoor Wilderness Care

National Ski Patrol

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