Chef Caterer
Infinity Hospitality Group
Nashville, TN
07.2015 - 12.2020
- Designed catering menus containing ethnic food options to meet needs of diverse customer base.
- Set up and disassembled food service stations, equipment and furniture per contract specifications.
- Helped chefs prepare and present food to event guests with strong attention to detail and presentation expertise.
- Cleared dishes and glassware quickly following each course.
- Replenished banquet stations and verified food temperatures and cleanliness of service areas.
- Sourced and selected food and beverage suppliers for contracted events to maintain high standard of service.
- Communicated with event coordinators and facility management to obtain appropriate catering accommodations.
- Served catering guests by fulfilling orders, communicating requests to kitchen staff and routinely inquiring about customer satisfaction.
- Offered vegetarian versions of frequently ordered entrees to appeal to health conscious customers.
- Conducted walk-throughs of event areas to perform final inspections with customers and verify satisfaction of arrangements and provisions.
- Created numerous appetizer, entree and dessert options to enable creation of customized menus.
- Sourced food ingredients from local markets and food suppliers to acquire items needed for food preparation.
- Tested recipes before inclusion in catering menu to verify accuracy of ingredients and preparation methods.
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests.
- Presented food and beverages on buffet tables and drink stations in line with formality and specifications of each event.
- Executed synchronized meal service simultaneously serving multiple guests.
- Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
- Served appetizers, delivered entrees and refilled beverages for banquet guests.
- Monitored dietary restrictions and served guests with special needs.
- Prepared dishes for catering events or during high-volume shifts.
- Operated standard kitchen equipment with focus on safety and sanitation.
- Cleaned and organized kitchen stations to promote team efficiency.
- Fostered enjoyable event atmosphere through friendly guest interactions