DAVID NEAL

New Stsrt up.

• Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
• Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
• Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
• Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
• Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
• Collaborated effectively with front-of-house team for seamless dining experience and positive customer feedback.
• Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.

Hire , train , menu development, work with owners, menu development

• Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
• Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
• Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
• Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
• Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
• Reduced food waste with strategic menu planning and inventory control techniques.
• Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
• Mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques, fostering a collaborative and learning-focused work environment.
• Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service, addressing and resolving any issues promptly.
• Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.

• Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
• Cultivated a positive work culture among kitchen staff through open communication lines and mutual respect within the team.
• Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
• Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
• Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.