Derion Rice
Cincinnati,OH
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Sleepy Bee
Cincinnati, OH
03.2024 - 07.2024
- Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients at cost-effective prices.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Supervised food preparation staff to deliver high-quality results.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Determined schedules and staff requirements necessary to prepare and plate food.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Communicated effectively with wait staff regarding patron food allergies and dietary restrictions.
Sous Chef
Sleepy Bee
Cincinnati, Ohio
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Developed daily specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
- Contributed to the successful execution of catered events from start to finish.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the kitchen.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with line cooks while providing constructive feedback where necessary.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members in an efficient manner.
Cook
Sleepy Bee
Cincinnati, OH
07.2019 - 01.2023
- Provided guidance to junior cooks regarding food preparation methods and techniques.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Prepared a wide range of dishes according to menu specifications and chef instructions.
Cook
Resturant L
Cincinnati, OH
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
Education
High School Diploma -
School For Creative And Preforming Arts
Cincinnati, OH04-2014
Skills
- Plating and presentation
- Performance Assessments
- Ingredient Selection
- Budgeting and cost control
- Food Safety Regulations
- Professional Networking
- Sanitation Standards
- Inventory Rotation
- Heat control
- Menu development
- Food preparation techniques
- Kitchen Management
- Vendor Relations
- Cost Reduction
- Staff Training
Timeline
Head Chef
Sleepy Bee
03.2024 - 07.2024
Sous Chef
Sleepy Bee
03.2023 - 03.2024
Cook
Resturant L
10.2019 - 02.2020
Cook
Sleepy Bee
07.2019 - 01.2023
High School Diploma -
School For Creative And Preforming Arts