Earvin Mack
Anchorage,AK
Summary
Artistic head chef with strong experience in food service and hospitality. Knowledgeable in managing full-service kitchen and overseeing work of several personnel. Works well with teams and consistently exceeds expectations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2001
2001
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Head chef
Denali Universal Services
Anchorage, AK
04.2014 - Current
- Directed kitchen operations, ensuring efficient food preparation and presentation.
- Managed inventory and ordered supplies to maintain kitchen stock levels.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs in culinary techniques and safety standards.
- Developed new menu items, incorporating seasonal ingredients and trends.
- Implemented food safety protocols to comply with health regulations.
- Supervised kitchen staff, assigning tasks to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Conducted regular inspections of kitchen equipment for maintenance needs.
- Trained new kitchen staff in food safety regulations and proper cooking techniques.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Developed menus and recipes for a variety of dishes, including appetizers, entrees, desserts, and specialty items.
- Ordered food supplies from vendors to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Performed regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning equipment, utensils, floors, walls, ensuring that all areas are kept clean and sanitary at all times.
- Delegated tasks for kitchen employees and developed staff teams to streamline food preparation procedures.
- Monitored food production to guarantee quality standards were met.
- Organized kitchen staff to ensure efficient operations during peak service hours.
- Ensured compliance with health department regulations regarding hygiene and sanitation practices.
- Regularly interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally while maintaining high standards of customer service.
- Resolved conflicts between kitchen staff members in a professional manner.
- Suggested and prepared promotional dishes according to ingredient availability and customer preferences.
Lead Cook
Ruby Tuesday
Charlotte , NC
01.2007 - 03.2014
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and service.
- Trained new cooks on proper cooking techniques and kitchen protocols.
- Coordinated with front-of-house staff for timely food delivery and presentation.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and work areas throughout shifts.
- Collaborated with management to streamline food preparation processes for efficiency.
- Completed workstation set up and break down, properly disposing of leftover food.
- Monitored quality of all cooked items throughout the day to guarantee high standards were maintained.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
- Supervised staff in daily kitchen duties, including prepping ingredients, cooking meals, and cleaning up after service.
- Provided guidance during meal rushes in order to maintain an organized workflow within the kitchen area.
- Oversaw food preparation processes to ensure that orders were completed accurately and efficiently.
Education
Edisto High School
Anchorage , AKSkills
- Menu development
- Food safety compliance
- Inventory management
- Culinary training
- Quality control
- Kitchen operations
- Staff supervision
- Workflow optimization
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Team building
- Creativity in cooking
- Grilling
- Dish preparation
- Food spoilage prevention
- Banquets and catering
- Customer retention
- Workflow coordination
- Team management
- Food preparation techniques
Timeline
Head chef
Denali Universal Services
04.2014 - Current
Lead Cook
Ruby Tuesday
01.2007 - 03.2014
Edisto High School