I have been working in restaurants and bars for 25 years, fulfilling every role from back door to front door and off site catering. The creation and service of great food and drink in a positive atmosphere is my number one daily goal.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Cook Shift Leader
Reef Kitchens
Denver, CO
02.2022 - 04.2022
Produced innovative menu offerings to promote company awareness and customer satisfaction.
Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
Coordinated hiring and training activities for kitchen and back of house employees while continuously monitoring performance.
Prepared operational reports and analysis, monitored trends and made appropriate recommendations for success.
Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Aligned seasonal promotions with ingredient availability to maximize profits.
Developed recipes, portion specifications and standard preparation procedures for all dishes.
Manager Trainee
Cochino
Denver, CO
05.2021 - 09.2021
Hosting, Bartending, Serving
Interviews of prospective employees
Coordinated the installation of new POS system
Bartender
Pioneer
Denver, CO
07.2011 - 03.2020
Preparation of drinks and provided customer service in a high volume atmosphere
Management of scheduling and staff
General Manager
Eco Burger
Denver, CO
06.2010 - 06.2011
Menu and recipe development
Hiring and Training employees
General daily accounting
Coordination of pricing and delivery of products and services
Sous Chef
Steuben's Food Service
Denver, CO
12.2008 - 03.2010
Ensured excellent quality of food and proper presentation
Ensured proper heating and cooling of food, proper kitchen sanitation , as well as
supervising in these areas
Ordering product and working with vendors to ensure quality and cost effectiveness