Douglas Critchlow
San Antonio,Tx
Summary
To be a Chef at one of the finest restaurants in the world.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook
Air Force Village I i
- Health care style and general dishes
Night Pastry Chef
Restaurant BIGA
- Breads and Pastries
A
Chef
Sea World of Texas
03.1988
- I tatian dishes
Line Cook
B&B Smokehouse
09.1987
- Barbecue - Beef, chicken, and pork
Sous Chef and Pastry Chef
Anne Mar ie' s
- Current
- French and Gourmet Shop and Tx, Chef and Baker.
Lead cook
Crabby Jacks'
07.1996 - Current
2nd Cook Grill Cook 1st Cook
Allen Tharp LLC
San Antonio, TX
03.2019 - 04.2024
- Contributed to positive team dynamics by effectively communicating with coworkers and supporting their needs during busy shifts.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation and cooking processes.
- Participated in special events catering, showcasing culinary skills and contributing to successful functions beyond the restaurant setting.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, providing guidance on proper cooking techniques and workplace safety protocols.
Cook and Kitchen Manager
Anne Marie's Catering
San Antonio, TX
06.1992 - 12.2018
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Cook and General Manager
Wahzoo's
San Antonio, TX
02.1997 - 06.2002
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Kitchen Manager
Crabby Jacks
San Antonio, TX
07.1994 - 04.1997
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
- Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
- Reduced food waste by closely monitoring inventory levels and implementing proper food storage techniques.
- Inspected stock to identify shortages, replenish supply and maintain consistent inventory.
- Consistently met or exceeded local health department inspection requirements through diligent adherence to safety protocols and maintaining thorough documentation records.
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with attentiveness to dietary restrictions and allergen concerns in menu offerings.
Kitchen Manager
The Grilt on the HilI
- 06.1996
- Restaurant DeSign and Opening, Purchasing, Cost Control, Grilled, Fried, Baked, Specials foods.
Sous Chef
Pour La France
San Antonio, TX
12.1990 - 02.1995
- Cafeteria dishes.
Assistant Kitchen
General dishes
12.1990 - 02.1995
Chef and Expediter
Magic Time Machine
- 08.1991
- GeneraI and Speciatty Dishes
Line Cook
Kettle Restaurant #196
06.1990 - 12.1990
- General dishes
Education
Associate's of Applied Science - Restaurant Management and Culinary Arts
St. Philip's College
San Antonio, TX05.1993
High School Diploma -
Southwest High School
San Antonio, TX05.1987
Affiliations
- Xenia Tourismos
- International Hospitality
- Tourism of Aristos Society
Summary Of Experiences
- 07/96, Present, Crabby Jacks', 16084 San Pedro, San Antonio, TX, 78242, (210) 496-3386, Lead cook
- 08/92, 06/96, The Grilt on the Hill, 7920 Fredericksburg Rd, San Antonio, TX, Kitchen Manager
- 01/94, Present, San Antonio Cafeteria, Assistant Kitchen Manager
- 12/90, 02/95, Air Force Village II, 5100 John D. Ryan Blvd, San Antonio, TX, Lead Cook
- 12/92, 01/93, Anne Marie's Gourmet Shop and Cafe, 7959 Broadway, San Antonio, TX, Sous Chef and Pastry Chef
- 04/92, 01/93, Restaurant BIGA, 206 East Locust, San Antonio, TX, Night Pastry Chef
- 05/91, 08/91, Magic Time Machine, 902 NE LP 410, San Antonio, TX, Chef and Expediter
- 03/88, 06/90, Sea World of Texas, 10500 Sea World Dr, San Antonio, TX, Chef
- 06/90, 12/90, Kettle Restaurant #196, 6503 Military Dr - West, San Antonio, TX, Line Cook
- 09/87, 03/85, B&B Smokehouse, 2827 Pleasanton Rd, San Antonio, TX, Line Cook
Timeline
2nd Cook Grill Cook 1st Cook
Allen Tharp LLC
03.2019 - 04.2024
Cook and General Manager
Wahzoo's
02.1997 - 06.2002
Lead cook
Crabby Jacks'
07.1996 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Crabby Jacks
07.1994 - 04.1997
Cook and Kitchen Manager
Anne Marie's Catering
06.1992 - 12.2018
Sous Chef
Pour La France
12.1990 - 02.1995
Assistant Kitchen
General dishes
12.1990 - 02.1995
Line Cook
Kettle Restaurant #196
06.1990 - 12.1990
Chef
Sea World of Texas
03.1988
Line Cook
B&B Smokehouse
09.1987
Lead Cook
Air Force Village I i
Night Pastry Chef
Restaurant BIGA
A
Sous Chef and Pastry Chef
Anne Mar ie' s
- Current
Kitchen Manager
The Grilt on the HilI
- 06.1996
Chef and Expediter
Magic Time Machine
- 08.1991
Associate's of Applied Science - Restaurant Management and Culinary Arts
St. Philip's College
High School Diploma -
Southwest High School