Donald Lockett
Coral Springs,FL
Summary
Seasoned Butcher with 5 years of experience applying culinary expertise to deliver quality products. Knowledgeable about and skilled at adhering to regulations while cultivating safe conditions. Dedicated to top-of-the-line customer service and products.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Meat Market Butcher
Meat Market Steak House
02.2024 - Current
- Complied with food safety, hygiene and sanitation regulations for safe food preparation.
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork, and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow, resulting in smooth daily operations.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, adhering to strict sanitation regulations within the butcher shop.
- Wrapped meat produce to maintain quality, freshness and condition.
- Operated commercial-grade butchery equipment such as band saws, grinders and slicers.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining a professional demeanor at all times.
Private Events Chef
Silver lining
08.2022 - Current
- Chef of private aircraft and private events, luxurious homes, businesses such as Ferrari and Audi dealerships, weddings, and bar mitzvahs.
- Developed innovative recipes, attracting new clientele and increasing overall sales.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator before each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
- Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.
Sous Chef
JBs on the Beach
02.2021 - 08.2022
- Take charge of the nightly service team
- Preparing and managing incoming food, as well as expediting food orders for customers
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed promptly without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in a fast-paced environment.
- Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
Sous/Broiler Chef
Cuts 432 Steakhouse
08.2017 - 02.2022
- Ensured consistent quality of dishes by closely monitoring cooking times, temperatures, and seasoning levels during preparation.
- Assisted in catering events, showcasing the restaurant's culinary talents, and expanding its clientele base.
- Reduced food waste by efficiently managing inventory and utilizing ingredients before expiration dates.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently preparing high-quality, delicious meals promptly.
- Managed multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail, resulting in minimal errors and customer complaints.
Education
Associate of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management
Florida Culinary
West Palm Beach, FL01.2000
Skills
- Catering
- Boiler
- Food safety knowledge
- Knife handling expertise
- Meat weighing and labeling
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Meat cutting precision
- Deboning Techniques
- Grinding and mincing
- Fabrication
- Culinary Experience
- Serve Safe Manager Certification
Certification
- ServSafe
- Food Handler Certification
Timeline
Meat Market Butcher
Meat Market Steak House
02.2024 - Current
Private Events Chef
Silver lining
08.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
JBs on the Beach
02.2021 - 08.2022
Sous/Broiler Chef
Cuts 432 Steakhouse
08.2017 - 02.2022
Associate of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management
Florida Culinary
- ServSafe
- Food Handler Certification
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