DeeAnn Hobbs
Neptune Beach
Summary
Experienced Executive Chef with over 20 years of culinary expertise in resort settings. Skilled in menu development, cost control, and team leadership. Proven track record of consistently reducing and maintaining food costs below 22%, while elevating customer satisfaction rankings into the top 25 across the brand nationwide.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Renaissance World Golf Resort
11.2012 - Current
- Lead culinary and stewarding teams in daily operations, hiring, training, and mentoring associates—lowering turnover to 34%.
- Managed budgeting of equipment, labor, and food with standout results: 2024 food cost at 19.7% (vs. 21.6% budget), labor cost at 5.8% (vs. 6.6%).
- Designed creative menus for banquets and restaurants, utilizing use records and pictures for consistency and presentation.
- Achieved Avendra compliance at 90%.
- Featured in local media appearances to promote culinary offerings and the resort.
- Championed partnerships with local charities, raising over $130,000 through events and outreach.
- Partnered with Project SEARCH to mentor and train young adults with developmental challenges in professional kitchen environments.
Continuing Education Instructor
Duval County Public School District
01.2010 - Current
- Plan and teach weekly culinary arts courses to elementary school students, introducing foundational cooking skills and fostering early interest in the culinary field.
Board Member
Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Participated in state capital legislative meetings, lobbying on behalf of the hotel and hospitality industry.
- Helped plan and execute the annual Rose Awards, recognizing excellence in the Northeast Florida hospitality community.
Executive Banquet Chef
Sawgrass Marriott
01.1989 - 01.2012
- Directed banquet and catering culinary operations at a large-scale resort property.
- Maintained food and labor costs within or under budget consistently.
- Mentored international culinary interns, fostering global talent and diversity.
- Developed and executed creative banquet menus for large events, weddings, and corporate functions.
Education
Associate Degree in Culinary Arts -
Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI05-1989
Skills
- Proficient in Hotel Effectiveness, BirchStreet, Coupa, and Workday systems
- ServSafe Certified
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
- Continued education in Pastry Arts and Catering
Technology And Systems
- Hotel Effectiveness
- Birchstreet
- Coupa
- Workday
- Menu design software
- Inventory & ordering platforms
Education And Certifications
- Ongoing education in Pastry Arts & Catering
- ServSafe Certified
- Additional coursework in Hospitality Systems
Affiliations
- Women's Food Alliance
- Women of F&B, Marriott
Awards
- Won Taste of St. Augustine three times, recognized for culinary creativity and excellence in local dining.
- Awarded the J. Willard Marriott Award of Excellence (2020)—one of Marriott’s highest honors for leadership and outstanding performance.
- Golden Pineapple Award (2021) – Recognized for outstanding hospitality and service excellence.
Timeline
Board Member
Florida Restaurant & Lodging Association
01.2024 - 12.2024
Executive Chef
Renaissance World Golf Resort
11.2012 - Current
Continuing Education Instructor
Duval County Public School District
01.2010 - Current
Executive Banquet Chef
Sawgrass Marriott
01.1989 - 01.2012
Associate Degree in Culinary Arts -
Milwaukee Area Technical College
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