Donald Dias
Chef de Partie
Sacramento,CA
Summary
First person in history to receive the Rockstar of the Quarter Award at Historic Star Lounge in Downtown Sacramento, California. Wine Aficionado, Three-Time Winner of Employee of the Month, Experienced Hospitality Professional, and Beverage Expert with a demonstrated history in working in the Restaurant and Bar Industry. Experience in following health and safety guidelines. Responsible for training New Employees in following health and safety guidelines. Aided Office Administrator, Human Resources, Assistant General Manager, General Manager, NRO Manager, and Bar Manager in opening new restaurant for Grand Opening in the Downtown Greater Sacramento, CA Area by making training packets in Office, Temporary Headquarters, for other employees and new hires. Experience working in a high-volume restaurant, bar. Willing to relocate to: Sacramento, CA - Orangevale, CA - Elk Grove, CA Authorized to work in the US for any employer Work Experience Chef de Partie
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef de Partie
PEG Hospitality Group, Twenty Four Seven Hotels
09.2023 - Current
- Supported head chef in menu creation, incorporating seasonal ingredients for innovative dishes.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Developed and cooked memorable dishes that brought new customers into establishment.
Breakfast Attendant
PEG Hospitality Group, Twenty Four Seven Hotels
Sacramento, CA
09.2023 - Current
- Operated kitchen equipment safely and efficiently, resulting in consistent quality of prepared foods.
- Displayed strong attention to detail when setting up buffet stations or cleaning the dining area after service.
- Maintained proper food handling procedures by following safety and sanitation guidelines diligently.
- Adhered to hotel brand standards when preparing meals and maintaining the appearance of the dining area.
Barback, Cocktailer
PEG Hospitality Group, Twenty Four Seven Hotels
06.2023 - Current
- Prepared dishes properly and in accordance with
- Customers’ request
- Performed extra duties at the request of management
- Operated kitchen utensils, equipment, and reported any damages that may affect the kitchen's quality of work
- Collaborated with the rest of the culinary team to ensure high quality food and service
- Assisted the Executive Chef and Executive Sous Chef in creating menu items, recipes and developing dishes
- Followed recipes, including measuring, weighing and mixing ingredients
- Arranged "Chef runs" to stores on behalf of Executive Chef, Sous Chef, and Food & Beverage Director., Responsible for preparing breakfast for guests
- Prepared food, manned the breakfast buffet, and ordered supplies
- Provided guests with condiments upon request
- Cleared cutlery and crockery from Customers' tables
- Resolved Customers' queries and complaints
- Assembled the breakfast buffet before mealtime and disassembled it thereafter.
- Assisted bartenders with drink preparation tasks, resulting in faster service for patrons.
- Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
- Maintained strict adherence to legal and safety regulations, ensuring safe drinking environment.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down bar area for special events.
Host
PEG Hospitality Group
06.2023 - Current
- Opened and closed seating sections according to volume of guests.
- Answered customer questions about hours, seating, and menu information.
Busser
PEG Hospitality Group, Twenty Four Seven Hotels
Sacramento, CA
05.2023 - Current
- Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
- Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
Kitchen Steward
PEG Hospitality Group, Twenty Four Seven Hotels
Sacramento, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Stepped into additional roles during busy times to boost coverage of important stations.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen, resulting in improved health and safety inspections.
Laundry Attendant
PEG Hospitality Group, Twenty Four Seven Hotels
Sacramento, CA
02.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with housekeeping staff to ensure timely delivery of clean linens to guest rooms.
- Used special fabric treatments, borax, and [Type] cleaner to remove stains.
Chef de Partie/Family Meal
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
Sacramento, CA
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Prepared high quality food items for customers in a timely and consistent fashion
- Accurately setted up food stations for events as designed and requested
- Worked varying schedules to reflect business needs including evenings, weekends, and holidays
- Cooperatively and collaboratively worked with other departments as needed
- Prepared salad bar in the hotel breakroom on a variety of salads and ingredients displayed for self-service.
Prep Cook
Yardhouse Restaurants
Sacramento, CA
11.2021 - 06.2022
- Followed the prep list created by chefs to plan duties
- Labeled and stocked all ingredients on shelves, so they can be organized and easily accessible
- Measured ingredients and seasonings to be used in cooking
- Prepared cooking ingredients by washing vegetables, chopping vegetables, and cutting meat.
Kitchen Porter
Yardhouse Restaurants
Sacramento, CA
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Assisted in truck unloading, handling, proper storage of food, and related items to maintain inventory at appropriate stocking levels and to ensure proper rotation of perishable and non-perishable food items.
Silverware Roller
Yardhouse Restaurants
Sacramento, CA
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Sanitized and polished silverware
- Assembled silverware and tablecloths.
Barback/Busser
Yardhouse Restaurants
Sacramento, CA
05.2020 - 06.2022
- Kept items stocked, changed out kegs, and ensured bartops are cleaned
- Carried used dishes and cups to dish room to be cleaned
- Prepared syrups, fruits, vegetables, and other ingredients for the Bar
- Supported
- Bar Team by juicing, stocking, prepping, rotating kegs, products and service ware that allowed proper execution of the steps of service.
Dishwasher
Utility, Yardhouse Restaurants
Sacramento, CA
06.2019 - 06.2022
- Washed and stocked dishes, silverware, glassware, utensils, pots, and pans, for both Front of House and
- Heart of House teams
- Maintain the Company's restrooms, facilities, and ground to ensure they meet expectations of guests.
Restaurant Trainer
Punch Bowl Social
Sacramento, CA
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Responsible for training, recruiting, and developing new and incoming Employees
- Attended training and development meetings with other Trainers from different departments
- Ability to coach and mentor.
Dishwasher
Punch Bowl Social
Sacramento, CA
10.2017 - 10.2018
- Followed the posted daily dish cleaning duties
- Properly washes, stacks, and stores china, glassware, silverware, cookware, and storage containers
- Assisted in food prep and any other duties set forth or requested by the Executive Chef and Executive
- Sous Chef as needed.
Education
Associate's degree - Social Science
Sacramento City College
May 1998
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School
Sacramento, CAMay 1993
Accomplishments
- Bar Prep (2 years)
- Customer Service (5 years)
- Links http://www.typsy.com/profile/donald-dias https://my.indeed.com/p/donaldd-4mq9cs9
- Awards
- Institute of Hospitality: Associate Grade Elected May 2024
- Twenty Four Seven Rockstar of the Quarter April 2023
- Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants Employee of the Month November 2022
- Yardhouse Restaurants Heart of House Team Member of the Month April 2021
- Yardhouse Restaurants Heart of House Team Member of the Month December 2019
- Banquet Management Certificate of Completion February 2025 to February 2028
- Banquet Service Certificate of Completion February 2025 to February 2028
- Responsible Bevarage Service Certificate of Completion July 2023 to Present
- Responsible Bevarage Service Digital Certificate July 2023 to July 2026
- Food Handler Certification July 2023 to July 2026
Skills
- Greeting guests
- Allergy awareness
- Food preparation
- Breakfast set up
- Grab and Go preparation
- Resolving guest complaints
- Food preparation techniques
- Customer service
- Guest service
- Beverage preparation
- Banquet management
- Charcuteries
- Advance Hotel Sales
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeGig WorkTimeline
Chef de Partie
PEG Hospitality Group, Twenty Four Seven Hotels
09.2023 - Current
Breakfast Attendant
PEG Hospitality Group, Twenty Four Seven Hotels
09.2023 - Current
Barback, Cocktailer
PEG Hospitality Group, Twenty Four Seven Hotels
06.2023 - Current
Host
PEG Hospitality Group
06.2023 - Current
Busser
PEG Hospitality Group, Twenty Four Seven Hotels
05.2023 - Current
Kitchen Steward
PEG Hospitality Group, Twenty Four Seven Hotels
02.2023 - Current
Laundry Attendant
PEG Hospitality Group, Twenty Four Seven Hotels
02.2023 - Current
Chef de Partie/Family Meal
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants
06.2022 - 02.2023
Prep Cook
Yardhouse Restaurants
11.2021 - 06.2022
Kitchen Porter
Yardhouse Restaurants
08.2021 - 06.2022
Silverware Roller
Yardhouse Restaurants
05.2020 - 06.2022
Barback/Busser
Yardhouse Restaurants
05.2020 - 06.2022
Dishwasher
Utility, Yardhouse Restaurants
06.2019 - 06.2022
Restaurant Trainer
Punch Bowl Social
10.2018 - 06.2019
Dishwasher
Punch Bowl Social
10.2017 - 10.2018
Associate's degree - Social Science
Sacramento City College
High School Diploma -
John F. Kennedy High School
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