Drew Cortez
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Talented Restaurant Manager with proven skills in restaurant management and staff training. Maximizes business profits with strong sales pushes and expense controls. Trained in food safety and health code requirements and financial responsibility.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Restaurant Management
Scottsdale Camelback Resort
01.2014 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of a busy restaurant, ensuring smooth and efficient service
- Managed my bar / restaurant staff, providing training, coaching, and performance evaluations
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures to improve efficiency and consistency in service delivery
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and safety throughout the restaurant, kitchen and gift shop.
- Led my culinary professionals in the creation and execution of innovative menus, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Developed and implemented cost-effective strategies to optimize food purchasing, reducing expenses, by maintaining high quality standards
- Collaborated with suppliers to source fresh, seasonal ingredients, ensuring the highest level of taste and presentation for all dishes
- Oversaw kitchen operations, including food preparation, cooking techniques, and plating presentations to consistently deliver exceptional dining experiences
- Managed inventory levels and controlled costs through effective portion control measures and waste reduction initiatives
- Created and standardized recipes for consistent quality for my restaurant and bar
- Trained and mentored junior chefs on proper cooking techniques, menu development, and adherence to health and safety regulations
- Implemented new kitchen and bar equipment that improved efficiency, resulting in faster service times without compromising food or drink quality.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment according to sanitation guidelines to ensure compliance with health department regulations
- Conducted regular inspections of food storage areas to maintain freshness standards and prevent spoilage or contamination issues.
Chef/Kitchen Manager
Brookdale Senior Living
12.2013 - 12.2014
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to food safety standards
- Managed a team of chefs and kitchen staff, providing guidance, training, and performance evaluations
- Maintained inventory levels by conducting regular audits, minimizing waste while ensuring availability of ingredients
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations through regular inspections and staff training sessions. We were inspected my 4 different health organization to ensure we were following all stringent regulations for medical facility.
- Created schedules for kitchen staff to optimize productivity while maintaining labor cost targets
- Conducted regular meetings with the culinary team to discuss menu updates, address concerns, and foster a collaborative work environment
- Implemented safety protocols in the kitchen to prevent accidents or injuries among staff members.
Education
AAS in Culinary Arts -
Copper Mountain Community College
Joshua Tree, CA09.2013
Skills
- Restaurant Management/ Executive Chef / Retail Manager (10 years)
Certification
- ServSafe
- Bartender License
- Food Handler Certification
Additional Information
Increased sales in the restaurant and Bar and then asked to take over gift shop and increased sales. 8 years I have enjoyed the opportunity and learned a lot. Creating yearly budgets for my department and having full input of all aspects of operations in these three areas I managed.
Timeline
Restaurant Management
Scottsdale Camelback Resort
01.2014 - Current
Chef/Kitchen Manager
Brookdale Senior Living
12.2013 - 12.2014
AAS in Culinary Arts -
Copper Mountain Community College
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