Donovan White
Napa,Ca
Summary
Experienced culinary professional, Donovan White, from Stockton, California, with a deep-rooted passion for food and hospitality. Seeking to advance his career as a chef, eager to join a supportive team that will foster his growth and development in the culinary arts. With a strong foundation in the industry and an unwavering commitment to excellence, poised to make a significant impact in any culinary environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Partie
Press
05.2024 - Current
- Preparing foods with great attention to detail in a fast paced environment
- Maintaining a clean work station over the course of the day
- Gained knowledge and experience in fine dining dishes and recipes
- Experience in a setting known for being highly hospitable
Line Cook
Bistro 135
06.2023 - 04.2024
- Responsible for daily production and organization of Mise en Place for assigned station
- Maintained a high standard of cleanliness, food safety, and attention to detail
- Gained experience in morning prep and service
Line cook
Smittys Wings and Things
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Responsible for production of all service related prep
- Communicated effectively with coworkers during service regarding timing, and plating
- Maintained an organized and sanitary workspace during production and service
Shift supervisor
Wendy’s
12.2019 - 06.2023
- Responsible for supervising crew members, Maintaining a high standard of cleanliness in the lobby and kitchen areas, updating inventory, Managing money, as well as cooking food orders and receiving orders
Education
Culinary Arts Program - Culinary
Modesto Institute of Technology
Modesto, CA05.2023
Skills
- Kitchen organization
- Team management
- Knife skills
- Food presentation
- Proper food handling
- Garnishing techniques
- Stock making
- Plating and presentation
- Sauce preparation
- Grilling techniques
- Menu development
- Recipe creation
- Frying techniques
- Roasting methods
- Portion standards
- Sanitation practices
- Nutrition principles
- Pizza making
- Allergen awareness
- Appetizer creation
- Entree preparation
- Recruiting and training
- Vegetable cookery
- Pasta making
- Food spoilage prevention
- Ingredient sourcing
- Culinary math
- Meat cookery
- Fish cookery
Location
Stockton, CA
Personal Information
- Age: 20
- Title: Aspiring Chef
Timeline
Chef De Partie
Press
05.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Bistro 135
06.2023 - 04.2024
Line cook
Smittys Wings and Things
02.2023 - 06.2023
Shift supervisor
Wendy’s
12.2019 - 06.2023
Culinary Arts Program - Culinary
Modesto Institute of Technology
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