Darren Curley
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sanitation Crew Member
Sanitation Department
Brooklyn, NY
01.2019 - Current
- Disassembled production lines fully to avoid equipment breakdown.
- Collected, sorted and disposed of garbage and recycling from production work areas.
- Worked with team members from multiple departments to maintain strict cleanliness standards.
- Implemented extra protections during seasons with higher risks of infections such as flu.
- Handled spills in work and common areas and used proper methods to clean and sanitize each material.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
Sous- Chef
The Phunky Elephant
Staten Island, United States
01.2012 - 04.2021
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Produced innovative menu offerings to promote company awareness and customer satisfaction.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Established and updated staff schedules and assignments to optimize coverage of peak times.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
Line Cook
Eataly
New York, NY
01.2018 - 12.2019
- Maintained skill level of kitchen staff by properly coaching, counseling and disciplining employees.
- Verified proper portion sizes and consistently attained high food quality standards.
- Inspected completed dishes for best-in-class plating, aroma and food quality.
- Worked with kitchen managers to improve recipes for dishes, cutting costs and decreasing waste .
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
Head Line Cook
Chartwells Catering
Staten Island, United States
07.2015 - 10.2015
- Identified inefficiencies leading to improved productivity.
- Prepared meats for dish assembly and serving by slicing and plating.
- Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Learned new menu offerings and options easily to assist customers with selecting items.
Line Cook
Classic Stage Company
New York, United States
04.2013 - 05.2013
Office Intern/ student consultant
Ristorante Settapani
New York, United States
02.2012 - 03.2012
- Created and developed detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deadlines.
- Answered and transferred incoming telephone calls, taking messages for various staff members.
- Sorted, organized and maintained files.
- Provided clerical support, addressing routine and special requirements.
- Handled incoming phone calls on high-volume, multi-line phone system.
- Maintained inventory, expedited orders and delivered materials to work stations.
Book-Keeper
The Hilton Garden Inn
Staten Island, United States
- Posted daily receipts and payments in accordance with corporate protocols.
- Verified accurate recordkeeping processes, reducing financial inconsistencies.
- Reduced financial discrepancies through transaction monitoring and management.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
Education
Bachelors degree -
ST. JOHNS UNIVERSITY
Highschool Diploma - undefined
Skills
- Creative Problem Solving
- Relationship Building
- Document Coding and Classification
- Customer Relations
- Attention to Detail
- Time Management
Certification
- Licensed Food handlers
- Licensed CDL Class B
Timeline
Sanitation Crew Member
Sanitation Department
01.2019 - Current
Line Cook
Eataly
01.2018 - 12.2019
Head Line Cook
Chartwells Catering
07.2015 - 10.2015
Line Cook
Classic Stage Company
04.2013 - 05.2013
Office Intern/ student consultant
Ristorante Settapani
02.2012 - 03.2012
Sous- Chef
The Phunky Elephant
01.2012 - 04.2021
Book-Keeper
The Hilton Garden Inn
Bachelors degree -
ST. JOHNS UNIVERSITY
Highschool Diploma - undefined
- Licensed Food handlers
- Licensed CDL Class B
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