Douglas Risher
Charleston,SC
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Earth Fare Supermarket
Charleston, SC
08.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring timely meal preparation and service delivery during peak hours.
- Analyzed customer feedback to continuously improve recipe offerings and enhance dining experience.
- Fostered a collaborative environment among kitchen staff, promoting teamwork and effective communication.
- Ensuring high quality standards adhering to the DHEC specifications.
Project Consultant
DLV Roofing and Exteriors
Charleston, SC
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Facilitated client meetings to gather requirements and ensure alignment with project goals.
- Implemented risk management strategies to mitigate potential project disruptions effectively.
- Assisted in proposal development activities including scoping efforts outlining deliverables timeline costs and risks.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively, ensuring optimal allocation for maximum results.
Project Consultant
TC Backer Construction
Charleston, SC
08.2024 - 05.2025
- Led project planning sessions to define scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Developed comprehensive project schedules using industry-standard software tools.
- Built strong relationships with clients through effective communication and understanding their needs, promoting repeat business opportunities.
- Performed inspections, assessed current and potential future issues, provided a detailed material list to build estimates, writing contracts to clearly explain cost and scope of work.
Kitchen Manager
Earth Fare Supermarket
Charleston, SC
08.2020 - 08.2024
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure adherence to food safety regulations and quality standards.
- Developed and implemented training programs for new hires, enhancing team performance and retention.
- Coordinated menu planning with seasonal ingredients to align with customer preferences and dietary trends.
Sous Chef
Batten Management
Charleston, SC
08.2014 - 08.2020
- Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed and executed seasonal menus, incorporating local ingredients and culinary trends.
- Trained new team members on cooking techniques, equipment usage, and kitchen protocols.
Education
High School Diploma -
Wando High School
Charleston, SCNo Degree - Associate of Arts
Trident Technical College
Charleston, South Carolina, SCSkills
- Multitasking and organization
- Customer service
- Staff supervision
- Staff training and development
- Problem-solving
- Inventory management
- Cost controls
- Strategic planning
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Earth Fare Supermarket
08.2025 - Current
Project Consultant
DLV Roofing and Exteriors
05.2025 - 08.2025
Project Consultant
TC Backer Construction
08.2024 - 05.2025
Kitchen Manager
Earth Fare Supermarket
08.2020 - 08.2024
Sous Chef
Batten Management
08.2014 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Wando High School
No Degree - Associate of Arts
Trident Technical College