Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Outdoors, foodie and baking, church activities. Spending time with my dog and family
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Dennis Pavlic

Altoona,PA

Summary

Highly trained Chef de Partie with solid background ensuring successful daily operation of multiple establishments. True artist with array of kitchen preparation techniques. Formal training and education in culinary studies.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef De Partie

Altoona Grand Hotel
10.2016 - 01.2019
    • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
    • Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
    • Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
    • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
    • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
    • Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
    • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
    • Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
    • Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
    • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
    • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
    • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
    • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
    • Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
    • Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.

Chef's Assistant

Boalsberg County Club
09.2017 - 02.2018
    • Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
    • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
    • Limited portion sizes and used garnishes to control food costs.
    • Received, inspected and verified food and kitchen inventory delivery before storage.
    • Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
    • Helped design, create and implement outlet menu changes to attract customers and boost sales revenue.
    • Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
    • Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
    • Followed recipes and instructions to achieve quality and presentation standards.
    • Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
    • Cleaned and oiled kitchen equipment to maintain optimized function.
    • Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling and preparation techniques.

Chef's Assistant

Moose Organization
09.2016 - 03.2017
  • Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
  • Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
  • Limited portion sizes and used garnishes to control food costs.
  • Received, inspected and verified food and kitchen inventory delivery before storage.
  • Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
  • Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
  • Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
  • Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
  • Floated throughout kitchen to assist in meal preparation and plating, effectively anticipating chef, and waiting staff's needs.
  • Cleaned and oiled kitchen equipment to maintain optimized function.

LPN

Department Of Veteran Affairs
- 07.2023

Health care/nursing care to veterans requiring medical ,surgical, psycho-social

  • Managed patient care through closely monitoring respiration, blood pressure, and blood glucose levels
  • Performed routine evaluations of each patient's status, needs, and preferences
  • Administered controlled narcotics, inserted IVs, and performed catheterizations
  • Used aseptic techniques to provide sterilized wound care and dressing applications

Education

Associate of Science - Restaurant And Culinary Management

Le Condon Bleu College of Culinary Arts -
Miramar, FL
06.2017

Associate of Science - Paramedicine

Center For Emergency Medicine
Pittsburgh, PA
06.2009

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Greater Altoona Career And Technology Center
Altoona, PA
06.1976

High School Diploma -

Altoona Area High School
Altoona, PA
06.1976

Skills

  • Attention to Taste
  • Portion Standards
  • Industry Trends
  • Injury Prevention
  • Dish Preparation
  • Station Preparation
  • Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
  • Collaborative Relationships
  • Servsafe Certified
  • Vendor Collaboration
  • Kitchen Utensils
  • BOH Operations
  • Safe Work Practices
  • Cook Consistent Dishes
  • Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
  • Hospitality Management
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Safety Standards
  • Cooking and Baking
  • Estimate Food Needs
  • Farm-to-Table Understanding
  • Proper Food Handling
  • Dietary Restrictions
  • Banquets and Catering
  • Plating and Presentation
  • Chef Consultations
  • Knowledge of Cuisines
  • Portion and Cost Control
  • Temperature Control
  • Personal Grooming Standards
  • Culinary Arts
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Contamination Prevention
  • Cooking Technique Demonstrations
  • Food Allergy Understanding
  • Food assembly
  • Safe food handling
  • Quality control
  • Plates presentation

Outdoors, foodie and baking, church activities. Spending time with my dog and family

I enjoy many aspects to food. Researching recipes, cuisines. I assist my church kitchen crew functions volunteer wise. Enjoy selective outdoors activities. I recently was approved by the American Red Cross to transport blood and blood products from ARC facility to area hospitals. And pick up blood donations and delivery to ARC Regional Center, in Johnstown, PA

Timeline

Chef's Assistant

Boalsberg County Club
09.2017 - 02.2018

Chef De Partie

Altoona Grand Hotel
10.2016 - 01.2019

Chef's Assistant

Moose Organization
09.2016 - 03.2017

LPN

Department Of Veteran Affairs
- 07.2023

Associate of Science - Restaurant And Culinary Management

Le Condon Bleu College of Culinary Arts -

Associate of Science - Paramedicine

Center For Emergency Medicine

Diploma - Practical Nursing

Greater Altoona Career And Technology Center

High School Diploma -

Altoona Area High School
Dennis Pavlic