Dayne Walz
Alpha,NJ
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than 35 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent and proven Leadership skills.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef/Catering Manager
Red Wolfe Inn/ Call Of The Wild Catering
Belvidere, NJ
11.1986 - Current
- Fostered a positive working environment among kitchen team members that encouraged collaboration, creativity, and open communication.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
- Implemented staff training programs to improve culinary skills, teamwork, and overall productivity.
- Designed seasonal menus showcasing fresh local ingredients, supporting sustainable agriculture practices within the community.
- Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Education
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Warren County Community College
Washington, NJSkills
- Menu development
- Operational Oversight
- Special Events
- Staff Supervision and Coordination
- Plating and Garnishing
- Food Safety
- Resource Management
- Vendor Relations
- Sanitation Standards
- Food Handler Certification
- Staff Recruiting and Hiring
- Food and Beverage Service
- Coordinating Kitchen Staff
- Project Management
Accomplishments
- Ensured safe and efficient kitchen operations while managing a BOH staff of 12.
Affiliations
- UMAA Hall of Fame Inductee
- IAMA Hall of Fame Inductee
Certification
- Serve Safe Food Handler Training - Current
Martial Arts Instructor
I am an 8th Degree Black Belt with a Shihan Master level Martial Arts instructor with over 40 years experience. I have been inducted into several halls of fame. I have appeared in a martial arts film. Gold and silver medalist United Martial Arts College world championship with the USA martial arts team, Russia 2001.
Timeline
Executive Chef/Catering Manager
Red Wolfe Inn/ Call Of The Wild Catering
11.1986 - Current
No Degree - Liberal Arts And General Studies
Warren County Community College