DEXTER BEATTY
Rochester,USA
Summary
Culinary professional with strong background in high-pressure kitchen environments. Expertise in menu development, ingredient sourcing, and maintaining high standards of food quality and presentation. Known for fostering collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and consistently achieving desired results. Skilled in team leadership, inventory management, and culinary innovation.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef
G&G Steakout II
06.2024 - Current
- Performed cooking duties as per pre-developed recipes.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipe, portioning, cooking, and waste control guidelines.
- Planned and created unique menus for special events.
- Prepared food items such as vegetables, fruits, and meats by cutting, chopping, and marinating.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Meat Clerk
PPZ Supermarkets, Inc.
02.2022 - 06.2024
- Collaborated with team members to achieve a well-stocked, clean, and organized work environment.
- Cut meats to customer specifications and answered questions about specialty products.
- Kept meat cases fully stocked, clean and properly labeled to allow customers to find products quickly.
- Prepared and packaged meat products by cutting and grinding meat to customer specifications.
Chef
Cerame's Italian Villa
06.2019 - 01.2021
- Collaborated closely with the food and beverage director to conduct staff meetings and resolve service, product, and personnel issues.
- Managed kitchen staffing issues, covering for absent staff members.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
- Continually improved kitchen safety by enforcing strict hygiene protocols and staff training on equipment usage.
Head Grill Cook
110 Grill
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Managed simultaneous orders with precision, ensuring all grilled items were cooked to customers'' desired level of doneness.
- Adapted quickly to changing menu offerings or special requests from guests, demonstrating versatility in grilling skills.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently preparing high-quality grilled dishes in a timely manner.
- Mastered various cooking techniques, such as searing, smoking, and charring to create diverse grilled dishes for customers'' enjoyment.
- Mentored junior team members on proper grilling techniques and safe equipment usage for their professional development within the kitchen environment.
Prep Cook - Sanitation Manager
More Perecca's Restaurant
06.2016 - 01.2019
- Maintained clean, organized cook station in compliance with company standards, procedures, and sanitation requirements.
- Displayed excellent organizational skills by efficiently managing multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Demonstrated knowledge of food allergies and dietary restrictions when creating menus or taking customer orders.
Dishwasher
Denny's Restaurants Franchise Association
06.2011 - 06.2013
- Managed and maintained cleanliness of dining area and kitchen, ensuring a sanitary environment.
- Cleaned all kitchen equipment and surfaces.
- Ensured all dishes, utensils, and cookware were stored in the proper place.
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes, kitchen utensils, and equipment according to health and safety regulations.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area in compliance with health and safety regulations.
Prep Cook
Cafe' Nola Restaurant
02.2012 - 06.2013
- Ensured that all food items were prepared in accordance with safety and health regulations.
- Followed proper food safety protocols to uphold quality standards and prevent contamination.
- Assisted in inventory management by monitoring stock levels and placing orders when necessary.
- Provided excellent customer service to guests in the restaurant.
- Prepared sauces, dressings, and other condiments as needed.
Banquet Associate
Creative Experience & Design
06.2011 - 12.2011
- Set up banquet rooms for formal events.
- Laundered and folded table linens.
- Developed strong customer service skills through daily interactions with customers.
- Participated in team meetings, providing insights to improve operations.
Education
GED -
NYS Educational Diploma
Malone, NY2007
Skills
- Food safety and sanitation
- Customer service
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Food presentation
- Hospitality service expertise
- Garnishing techniques
- Multitasking and organization
Timeline
Chef
G&G Steakout II
06.2024 - Current
Meat Clerk
PPZ Supermarkets, Inc.
02.2022 - 06.2024
Head Grill Cook
110 Grill
07.2019 - 02.2020
Chef
Cerame's Italian Villa
06.2019 - 01.2021
Prep Cook - Sanitation Manager
More Perecca's Restaurant
06.2016 - 01.2019
Prep Cook
Cafe' Nola Restaurant
02.2012 - 06.2013
Dishwasher
Denny's Restaurants Franchise Association
06.2011 - 06.2013
Banquet Associate
Creative Experience & Design
06.2011 - 12.2011
GED -
NYS Educational Diploma
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