Dominique Solomon
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as an Executive Chef and Estate Manager, excelling in menu planning and inventory management. Proven ability to lead teams, ensuring food safety and exceptional presentation. Adept at event coordination and budget management, consistently delivering high-quality dining experiences while fostering effective communication and collaboration.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Operator
Allegiant Stadium -Contract
Las Vegas, Nevada
12.2023 - 12.2024
- Operated kitchen equipment to prepare food for large events.
- Managed food inventory and ensured proper storage of ingredients.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and safety standards.
- Prepared diverse menu items following standard recipes and procedures.
Estate Manager Private Chef
Fly Fisher Group Contract
Malibu, California
01.2018 - 01.2022
- Executive chef and administrative assistant for principal including personalized diet plan with vegan and vegetarian options with a focus on holistic body cleansing and healing.
- Ensured proper communications and reporting practices with principal, business counterparts, vendors and staff.
- Coordinated projects and events exercising impeccable abilities to improvise, improve procedures, and meet demanding deadlines.
- Accepted important invitations and handling of business proposals.
- Managed purchases and processed and maintained budget records and expense reports including coding and documents.
- Interviewing, hiring, training and supervising additional staff.
- Supervised outside contractors, managing of master reporting of all household accounts as well as scheduling preventative maintenance of autos and estate equipment.
- Ensuring principal's life is as carefree as possible.
- Managed daily operations of luxury properties for high-net-worth clients.
- Coordinated maintenance and repairs with contractors and service providers.
- Oversaw staff scheduling and training to ensure service excellence.
- Implemented security measures to protect client assets and property.
- Liaised with vendors to procure supplies and services efficiently.
- Organized events and gatherings, ensuring seamless execution and guest satisfaction.
Executive Chef
BLITZ NV - Contract
Las Vegas, NV
09.2014 - 12.2017
- Operated cooking equipment to prepare various food products efficiently.
- Monitored cooking temperatures to ensure proper food safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline meal preparation processes.
- Assisted in inventory management for kitchen supplies and ingredients.
Private Chef
Private Estate Contract
Beverly Hills, California
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Prepared personalized meal plans based on client preferences and dietary needs.
- Sourced high-quality ingredients from local markets and specialty suppliers.
- Managed kitchen operations, ensuring cleanliness and organization at all times.
- Developed seasonal menus featuring fresh, innovative dishes for diverse palates.
Line Cook
Emeril Lagasse Delmonico's Steakhouse
Las Vegas
01.2012 - 12.2012
- Participation in all areas of food production in a high-volume kitchen 500 to 600 covers on average, with exceptional quality, emphasizing fine details, precision and immaculate presentation.
- Prepared high-quality dishes following Emeril's signature recipes and standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment safely, including grills, fryers, and ovens.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking food supplies and ordering as needed.
Live-In Executive Chef, Assistant PA
Michael Jackson Company Contract
Bel Air , CA
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Directed kitchen operations ensuring high-quality food preparation and presentation.
- Collaborated with staff to develop seasonal menus reflecting current culinary trends.
- Implemented food safety protocols to maintain cleanliness and compliance standards.
- Trained and mentored kitchen team on techniques and operational procedures.
Education
Associates of Occupations Studies - Hospitality, Restaurant Management
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
San Francisco, CA01.2005
Associates of Occupations Studies - Culinary Arts
Community College of Southern Nevada/UNLV
Las Vegas01.2003
Skills
- Food safety
- Culinary techniques
- Equipment operation
- Menu planning
- Inventory management
- Event coordination
- Budget management
- Staff training
- Supplier negotiation
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Effective communication
Timeline
Cook Operator
Allegiant Stadium -Contract
12.2023 - 12.2024
Estate Manager Private Chef
Fly Fisher Group Contract
01.2018 - 01.2022
Executive Chef
BLITZ NV - Contract
09.2014 - 12.2017
Private Chef
Private Estate Contract
01.2012 - 12.2014
Line Cook
Emeril Lagasse Delmonico's Steakhouse
01.2012 - 12.2012
Live-In Executive Chef, Assistant PA
Michael Jackson Company Contract
01.2008 - 01.2009
Associates of Occupations Studies - Hospitality, Restaurant Management
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts
Associates of Occupations Studies - Culinary Arts
Community College of Southern Nevada/UNLV
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