Dominic Wiltse
Machias,NY
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Steel Bound, excelling in kitchen leadership and food safety. Proven track record in optimizing workflow and mentoring staff, resulting in enhanced team performance and reduced food waste. Skilled in food preparation and customer service, committed to delivering exceptional dining experiences.
Experienced with high-volume kitchen environments, food preparation, and team coordination. Utilizes advanced culinary techniques and efficient kitchen management to ensure high standards. Track record of fostering cohesive team dynamics and maintaining consistent quality in fast-paced settings.
Culinary professional with comprehensive experience in high-pressure kitchen environments, driving quality and efficiency. Known for exceptional culinary skills and ability to innovate while maintaining consistency. Reliable team collaborator with focus on achieving culinary excellence and adapting to evolving needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef/line Cook
Steel Bound
05.2024 - 08.2025
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
- Implemented proper cleaning procedures, ensuring a safe and sanitary kitchen workspace compliant with health department regulations.
- Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
- Ensured consistent quality control of all dishes leaving the kitchen, resulting in a reputation for excellence among patrons.
- Maintained open lines of communication with front-of-house management teams to address any potential issues before they escalated into larger problems affecting overall guest satisfaction levels.
Hardware Sales Associate
Lowe's
01.2023 - 04.2024
- Utilized expert knowledge of hardware products to educate both customers and fellow associates on product offerings.
- Assisted customers in selecting the appropriate hardware products for their specific needs, resulting in higher customer satisfaction.
- Maintained a clean and organized store environment at all times, promoting a positive shopping experience for customers.
- Contributed to inventory management by accurately tracking stock levels and placing orders when needed, minimizing out-of-stock occurrences.
Manager
Tops
03.2018 - 09.2022
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
Line Cook
Gin Mill
09.2017 - 07.2018
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Delivery Driver
Rent A Center Warehouse & Retail Store
01.2011 - 06.2017
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Improved customer satisfaction by ensuring timely and accurate deliveries of products.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Operations And Business Administration
Genesee Community College
Arcade, NY04-2014
Skills
- Team leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Safe food handling
- Food presentation
- Food preparation
- Customer service
- Kitchen organization
- Cooking techniques
- Allergen awareness
- Safety management
- Supervising food prep
- Ingredient knowledge
- Mentoring and coaching
- Staff training
- Detail-oriented
- Butchery skills
- Employee scheduling
- Kitchen management
- Portion control
- Ordering and requisitions
- Equipment usage
- Staff motivation
- Plating
- Sanitation procedures
- Garnishing and plating
- Garnishing techniques
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Food spoilage prevention
- Recipe creation
- Culinary trends
- Workflow optimization
- Heavy lifting
- Foodservice
- Compliance
- Seafood preparation
- Line inspections
- Performance improvement
- Sales planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Sauce preparation
- Food preparation supervision
Timeline
Sous Chef/line Cook
Steel Bound
05.2024 - 08.2025
Hardware Sales Associate
Lowe's
01.2023 - 04.2024
Manager
Tops
03.2018 - 09.2022
Line Cook
Gin Mill
09.2017 - 07.2018
Delivery Driver
Rent A Center Warehouse & Retail Store
01.2011 - 06.2017
Bachelor of Science - Computer Operations And Business Administration
Genesee Community College
Similar Profiles
Dustin ParkerDustin Parker
Production Engineer at Bound To Stay BoundProduction Engineer at Bound To Stay Bound
Madison LightfootMadison Lightfoot
Production Worker at Bound To Stay BoundProduction Worker at Bound To Stay Bound
Lawanda RuffinLawanda Ruffin
Mental Health Tech/Census Management at Homewood BoundMental Health Tech/Census Management at Homewood Bound
Amy L. AndresAmy L. Andres
Breeding Manager/Owner at Slidin' B StablesBreeding Manager/Owner at Slidin' B Stables
Brilynn SoulvieBrilynn Soulvie
Bartender Shift Manager at The Lakehouse Bar and GrillBartender Shift Manager at The Lakehouse Bar and Grill