Deshawn Washington
San Diego,CA
Summary
Accomplished General Manager at Bun and Patti LLC, adept in P&L management and staff supervision, showcasing a proven track record of enhancing operational efficiency and fostering vendor relationships. Leveraged expertise in menu planning and sanitation guidelines to elevate service standards. Excelled in developing innovative solutions and nurturing team growth, significantly improving customer satisfaction and business performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Bun and Patti LLC
02.2023 - Current
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Menu Development, Costing, labor control, hiring and firing process.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Operating personal and close relationship with vendor for both food and beverage program.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
Executive Chef
NOVA LLC
03.2022 - 03.2023
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Event Catering and Coordinating
Executive Sous Chef
Waterbar Restaurant
12.2017 - 09.2021
- Verified compliance in preparation of menu items and customer special requests.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Institute of Technology
Clovis, CA06.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Fresno State University
Fresno, CA05.2014
Skills
- Program Administration
- Schedule Management
- Workflow Planning and Labor control
- Vendor Sourcing
- P&L Management
- Staff Supervision
- Expense Control
- Hiring, Training, and Development
- Recipes and menu planning
- Menu Planning
- Sanitation Guidelines
- Food Stock and Supply Management
- Banquets and catering
Timeline
General Manager
Bun and Patti LLC
02.2023 - Current
Executive Chef
NOVA LLC
03.2022 - 03.2023
Executive Sous Chef
Waterbar Restaurant
12.2017 - 09.2021
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
Fresno State University
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