Dashaan Golden

I started my career in the restaurant industry as a dishwasher, despite not having a culinary degree. Through hard work, drive, and a continuous desire to learn, I moved up through every kitchen position—from prep cook to Sous Chef, Head Chef, and eventually Executive Sous Chef. Each promotion was earned by consistently taking on more responsibility, mastering each new role quickly, and becoming a reliable leader my managers and co-workers could depend on.

I pride myself on surpassing expectations wherever I work. Whether I was tasked with staff training, menu creation, inventory management, or streamlining workflows, I made it a point to deliver above and beyond what was required. My leadership and attention to process improvement led to tangible boosts in efficiency and guest satisfaction.

After proving myself in the kitchen, I successfully transitioned into sales and marketing—where I’ve exceeded $500,000 in sales revenue in less than a year. I consistently break targets and set new company standards for performance.

Along the way, I’ve managed direct marketing campaigns, built and mentored teams, and excelled in customer service roles. Whether running a high-volume kitchen or leading a sales initiative, I adapt, take initiative, and always look for ways to deliver greater value. My achievements are a result of perseverance, a passion for growth, and a commitment to exceeding goals in every role I take on.

• CPR/First Aid April 2016 to April 2018
• AED April 2016 to April 2018