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Drew Hoffman

Oakhurst,NJ

Summary

Skilled Chef with a proven track record at Seabrook Living, enhancing kitchen operations and elevating menu offerings through expert menu planning and advanced cooking techniques. Excelled in food safety and sanitation, alongside fostering team collaboration. Achieved significant improvements in meal customization for diverse clientele, showcasing strong customer service and culinary skills.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef

Seabrook Living
03.2019 - 01.2025
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Optimized food preparation processes, implementing time-saving techniques without compromising quality.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Successfully met dietary requirements for diverse clientele by providing customized meal options upon request.

Chef

Falcons Catering
04.2017 - 12.2019

On and off premise functions

Preparing and execution off all events.

Education

Associates Degree - Culinary Arts

Culinary Education Center
Asbury Park, NJ
05.2000

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Customer service
  • Knife skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Effective communications
  • Team collaboration
  • Menu planning

Certification

Serv safe certified

Osha trained

Timeline

Chef

Seabrook Living
03.2019 - 01.2025

Chef

Falcons Catering
04.2017 - 12.2019

Associates Degree - Culinary Arts

Culinary Education Center
Drew Hoffman