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Dustin Jones

Utica,NY

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as Sous Chef at Roman’s at Valley View. Proven expertise in team leadership and food safety, successfully developing seasonal menus and streamlining inventory management to reduce waste. Adept at training staff in cooking techniques and maintaining high standards of kitchen organization and sanitation.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Personal Chef

Beach Villa (Air BnB)
Sylvan Beach, Ny
01.2025 - Current

Couples or Groups who attend the Venue ask for a personal chef for the night or nights. My task is to write out a menu matching what they desire. While preparing food, I’m serving drinks or bottle service to ensure they’ve a relaxing and peaceful evening. Responsible for set up clean up, food purchasing and preparation, while keeping everything in budget.

Sous Chef

Roman’s at Valley View
Utica Ny
2025 - Current
  • Supervised daily kitchen operations, ensuring high standards of food quality and safety.
  • Developed and implemented seasonal menus, incorporating local ingredients and culinary trends.
  • Trained junior staff on cooking techniques, food presentation, and kitchen sanitation practices.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste through efficient ingredient usage.

Chef De Cuisine

Ocean Blue Oyster Bar
Utica Ny
02.2016 - 08.2025
  • Assisted in daily meal preparation, ensuring high standards of food quality and presentation.
  • Learned and adhered to food safety regulations and sanitation practices in kitchen operations.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen workflows for efficient service delivery.
  • Supported inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and assisting with stock replenishment.
  • Engaged in menu development by providing feedback on dish flavors and presentation styles.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations to promote a safe cooking environment.
  • Maintained high levels of sanitation and cleanliness, adhering to strict health code regulations and ensuring a safe working environment.
  • Scheduled and supervised all kitchen employees such as dishwashers and waiters.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency by implementing effective inventory and staff management systems.

Education

Associate of Science - Culinary Arts

MVCC
Rome Ny
06.2012

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Kitchen leadership
  • Food safety
  • Inventory management
  • Safe food handling
  • Food preparation
  • Kitchen organization
  • Cooking techniques
  • Safe handling
  • Garnishing and plating
  • Foodservice
  • Line inspections
  • Serve Safe Certified
  • POS knowledge thru toast
  • Foreshadowing daily task and cleaning
  • Front House knowledge with tables and seating

Timeline

Personal Chef

Beach Villa (Air BnB)
01.2025 - Current

Chef De Cuisine

Ocean Blue Oyster Bar
02.2016 - 08.2025

Sous Chef

Roman’s at Valley View
2025 - Current

Associate of Science - Culinary Arts

MVCC
Dustin Jones