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DYLAN KLINKER

Jacksonville,FL

Summary

High-performing Chef offering 15 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef

III Forks Steakhouse
03.2022 - Current
  • Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments to $5M
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
  • Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Created visually appealing plate presentations, enhancing the overall dining experience for patrons.

Executive Sous Chef

Cowford Chophouse
03.2017 - 06.2021
  • Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques
  • Mastered wood fired grill station
  • Supervised kitchen food preparation in demanding, high-volume environments to $13.5M
  • Ran PDR with $7-8K per day private parties
  • Assessed inventory levels and placed orders to replenish goods before supplies depleted
  • Instituted controls to reduce waste and food cost to 25%
  • Directed staff in restaurant kitchen and field to maintain department objectives, standards, guidelines and budget
  • Oversaw kitchen employee scheduling to meet coverage needs and avoid wasted labor resulting in 15% labor cost
  • Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones
  • Streamlined kitchen processes to shorten wait times and serve additional guests reducing ticket times to under 15 minutes
  • Managed shift of 27 cooks, bakers, and prep cooks
  • Established systems for inventory, pars and ordering to streamline processes
  • Exposed to P&L, staff accountant handled all financials
  • Started as entry level line cook promotion to Executive Sous Chef in 2 years.

Lead Line Cook

No Frill Bar & Grill
10.2015 - 10.2018
  • Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity
  • Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality
  • Sanitized food preparation areas, grills and equipment to avoid cross contamination from raw items
  • Grilled and deep-fried various foods from meats to potatoes
  • Assisted in preparation of menu items ranging from burgers to sandwiches
  • Prepped garnishes to reduce wait times during lunch and dinner rush
  • Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.

Education

High School Diploma -

Gates County Senior High School
Gatesville, NC
06.2011

Skills

  • Food Safety
  • Menu Planning
  • Cost Control
  • Menu development
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • ServSafe Certification
  • Attention to Detail

Timeline

Executive Chef

III Forks Steakhouse
03.2022 - Current

Executive Sous Chef

Cowford Chophouse
03.2017 - 06.2021

Lead Line Cook

No Frill Bar & Grill
10.2015 - 10.2018

High School Diploma -

Gates County Senior High School
DYLAN KLINKER