Darrell Fite
Truckee,CA
Summary
Results-driven culinary professional with extensive experience in high-volume kitchens. Expertise in menu design, inventory management, and staff coordination. Focused on creating seamless dining experiences and fostering teamwork to elevate customer satisfaction.
Overview
1
1
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Sous Chef
Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe
Truckee, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with executive chef to design seasonal menus reflecting local ingredients.
- Assisted in planning special events, coordinating food presentation and service flow to ensure guest satisfaction.
- Organized special events such as banquets or buffets, coordinating staff needs with vendors and other departments to deliver seamless experiences.
- Supervised kitchen staff, enhancing meal preparation and service efficiency.
- Managed food inventory and ordering to maintain optimal stock levels.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies and kitchen equipment.
- Coordinated schedules for stewards to ensure adequate coverage.
- Assisted with the implementation of new cleaning procedures and standards.
Chef de Partie
Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
Georgetown, KY, Grand Cayman
12.2021 - 09.2023
- Prepared high-quality dishes in accordance with Ritz-Carlton culinary standards.
- Worked closely with other chefs to coordinate meal preparation activities during busy shifts.
- Organized the daily mise en place in order to prepare meals efficiently.
- Trained junior kitchen staff on proper cooking techniques and safety practices.
- Monitored ingredient inventory and communicated needs to management promptly.
Banquet Kitchen Supervisor
Ritz Carlton Atlanta
Atlanta, Georgia
04.2017 - 12.2021
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations and teamwork.
- Monitored inventory levels of ingredients, supplies and equipment.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure timely delivery of meals to guests.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University
Charlotte, NC01-2009
Skills
- Menu planning
- Food presentation
- Banquet preparation
- Event coordination
- Inventory management
- Purchasing
- Cost control
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Recipe creation
Certification
- Serve-Safe Manager
Timeline
Senior Sous Chef
Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe
09.2023 - Current
Chef de Partie
Ritz-Carlton Grand Cayman
12.2021 - 09.2023
Banquet Kitchen Supervisor
Ritz Carlton Atlanta
04.2017 - 12.2021
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University