David Zboray
Arvada,CO
Summary
High-performing Chef offering 16 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Looking for leadership opportunities outside the hospitality industry.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Cuisine
Sunday Vinyl
12.2022 - Current
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency by implementing effective inventory and staff management systems.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and exceptional dining experiences for all customers.
- Optimized kitchen workflow by delegating tasks according to individual strengths, resulting in faster ticket times during peak hours.
- Managed budgetary constraints by negotiating favorable vendor contracts without sacrificing ingredient quality or availability during seasonal fluctuations.
Executive Chef
Zero Zero
06.2018 - 10.2021
- Managed kitchen staff for efficient food production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality dishes.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating competitive prices on ingredients and supplies.
- Implemented staff training programs to improve culinary skills, teamwork, and overall productivity.
Chef De Cuisine
Stones Throw
08.2017 - 06.2018
- Enhanced guest satisfaction by creating innovative and visually appealing dishes using fresh, local ingredients.
- Developed seasonal menus with a focus on sustainability and supporting local farmers, resulting in rave reviews from guests and critics alike.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to ensure seamless service and exceptional dining experiences for all customers.
Sous Chef
Cotogna
06.2016 - 08.2017
- Enhanced overall restaurant efficiency by streamlining kitchen operations and implementing effective time management strategies.
- Boosted customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining strict adherence to food safety standards.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Sous Chef
Mourad
09.2014 - 05.2016
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
Sous Chef
Restaurant Eugene
01.2011 - 07.2013
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Contributed to successful catering events by coordinating meal preparation and execution, exceeding client expectations on each occasion.
Lead Line Cook
Rathbun's Restaurant
09.2009 - 12.2011
- Maintained high-quality food standards by ensuring consistent execution of recipes and presentation techniques.
- Collaborated with management to design and implement cost-control measures, reducing food waste and overall expenses.
Psychological Operations
US Army
07.2004 - 12.2008
- Successfully executed psychological operations missions, leading to increased mission success rates.
- Assisted in the development of tailored products for dissemination to various target audiences.
- Collaborated with interagency partners, ensuring cohesive efforts towards shared objectives.
- Provided valuable cultural expertise for mission planning and execution, resulting in better situational understanding.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kennesaw Mountain High School
Kennesaw, GAB.A. in Philosophy -
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA01.2014
Skills
- Creativity and Innovation
- Team Management
- Vendor relations
- Sanitation Protocols
- Quality control
- Multitasking abilities
- Computer literacy
- Inventory management
References
References Available upon request.
Timeline
Chef De Cuisine
Sunday Vinyl
12.2022 - Current
Executive Chef
Zero Zero
06.2018 - 10.2021
Chef De Cuisine
Stones Throw
08.2017 - 06.2018
Sous Chef
Cotogna
06.2016 - 08.2017
Sous Chef
Mourad
09.2014 - 05.2016
Sous Chef
Restaurant Eugene
01.2011 - 07.2013
Lead Line Cook
Rathbun's Restaurant
09.2009 - 12.2011
Psychological Operations
US Army
07.2004 - 12.2008
High School Diploma -
Kennesaw Mountain High School
B.A. in Philosophy -
Georgia State University