Del Young
Seattle,Washington
Summary
I am a highly motivated and results-driven professional with a proven track record of success in operations management and team leadership. With a passion for driving revenue growth, I am eager to jump into a new role and lead a team to achieve their full potential. As a dedicated and adaptable individual, I am willing to relocate to new locations and embrace new challenges with enthusiasm. My strong communication skills, analytical mindset, and ability to work collaboratively with others make me an asset to any organization looking for a dynamic and driven team player.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Marketplace Chef
Delaware North - Climate Pledge Arena
2021.08 - Current
- Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement by maintaining a safe, clean, and organized kitchen environment, and providing ongoing training and development opportunities for staff
- Collaborated with a culinary group to develop and implement a program to source at least 75 percent of the arena's food from a 300-mile radius, significantly reducing the carbon footprint associated with transportation and storage
- Opened the Climate Pledge Arena from scratch by creating and implementing standard operating procedures and guidelines for long-term success
- Demonstrated a commitment to Amazon's Climate Pledge by developing and implementing innovative sustainability practices, resulting in the arena remaining on track to eliminate single-use plastics by 2024
- Managed a team of approximately 100 cooks and dishwashers, ensuring optimal productivity, quality, and adherence to food safety standards
- Identified and executed effective strategies to increase sales and drive revenue growth, regularly introducing new menu items on a quarterly basis.
Catering Chef
Delaware North - Nationwide Arena
2019.08 - 2021.08
- Manage all aspects of the kitchen, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation, to ensure that all dishes are served at the highest quality and meet the dietary needs of the athletes
- Develop and execute menus that meet the needs and preferences of the team, incorporating healthy and nutritious ingredients to support optimal performance
- Manage labor costs by ensuring proper staffing levels, scheduling, and training of kitchen staff, while adhering to budgetary constraints
- Oversee inventory management, including ordering, receiving, and storing food and supplies to ensure adequate stock levels and minimize waste
- Develop and execute innovative ideas to increase revenue by at least 13 percent annually, such as introducing new menu items, offering catering services to external clients, or implementing new technology solutions to streamline operations.
Premium Club Supervisor
Delaware North - Progressive Field
2016.04 - 2019.08
- Develop and execute high-quality menus that meet the needs and preferences of our premium guests, incorporating fresh, local ingredients and innovative techniques
- Manage all aspects of the premium food service area, including food preparation, cooking, and presentation, to ensure that all dishes are served at the highest quality
- Collaborate with the management team to develop and execute strategies to increase revenue and guest satisfaction, including pricing strategies and menu design
- Stay up to date on industry trends and innovations and incorporate new techniques and ingredients into the premium food service area as appropriate.
Education
Bachelor's - Science
UCLA
Los Angeles, California 2014.09 - 2018.05
Skills
Proficient at Excelundefined
Timeline
Marketplace Chef
Delaware North - Climate Pledge Arena
2021.08 - Current
Catering Chef
Delaware North - Nationwide Arena
2019.08 - 2021.08
Premium Club Supervisor
Delaware North - Progressive Field
2016.04 - 2019.08
Bachelor's - Science
UCLA
2014.09 - 2018.05
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