Darryl Lelie
Saint Albans
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as a Chef at Sunshine Learning Center, excelling in food safety and menu planning. Proven ability to enhance kitchen operations and customer satisfaction while training staff. Recognized for reducing waste through strategic inventory management and fostering a collaborative team environment.
Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with [Type] cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational [Language] skills.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Sunshine Learning Center 201-02-06 Linden Blvd
Saint Albans, NY
08.2025 - Current
- Prepared nutritious meals following dietary guidelines and food safety protocols.
- Assisted in menu planning, incorporating seasonal ingredients and diverse cuisines.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workstations.
- Collaborated with staff to coordinate meal service for children and staff events.
Restaurant Owner
Sea Food Kingz 2 Inc
634 City Island Bronx New York 10464
05.2020 - 05.2025
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring efficient service and customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Managed inventory control, reducing waste through strategic purchasing practices.
- Led staff training programs, fostering team development and improving service quality. Please Google this Location to actually Learn about this candidate you will want to bring on to your current situation. A staff of 18 people were hired in the start of the Business but as time went on I learned how to get more with Less with 9 employees.
Head Cook
Cornerstone Medical Arts
159-05 Union Turnpike Fresh Meadows NY 11366
08.1994 - 11.2022
- Supervised kitchen operations to ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Developed and implemented seasonal menu offerings, enhancing patient satisfaction and nutritional value.
- Trained and mentored kitchen staff on food preparation techniques and sanitation practices.
- Managed inventory levels, reducing waste through effective stock rotation and purchasing strategies.
Education
High School Diploma -
Theodore Roosevelt
500 Fordham Road Bronx NYSkills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Recipes and menu planning
- Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
- Food presentation
- Attention to detail
- Kitchen operations
Certification
Certificate in Food Protection
Timeline
Chef
Sunshine Learning Center 201-02-06 Linden Blvd
08.2025 - Current
Restaurant Owner
Sea Food Kingz 2 Inc
05.2020 - 05.2025
Head Cook
Cornerstone Medical Arts
08.1994 - 11.2022
High School Diploma -
Theodore Roosevelt