Edward Nordsiek
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Seasoned Chef with a robust background in leading kitchen operations for premium hospitality brands like DoubleTree by Hilton. Expert in budgeting and cost control, and banquet planning, I excel in enhancing food quality and service, achieving significant waste reduction. Skilled in kitchen management and team leadership, my approach has consistently elevated dining experiences and operational efficiency.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Doubletree By Hilton Rohnert Park
Rohnert Park, CA
06.2024 - Current
- Resolved customer complaints regarding food quality or service promptly and professionally.
- Helped as needed in all areas of the kitchen
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Implemented strategies to reduce waste and increase efficiency throughout the kitchen.
Senior Sous Chef
DoubleTree by Hilton
Ontario, USA
09.2012 - Current
- Primarily responsible for daily oversight of kitchen line serving four food outlets
- Daily ordering and inventory oversight
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques
Executive Chef
DoubleTree Guest Suites
Austin, USA
06.2004 - 04.2012
- Hire, onboard and train new employees, including instructing on food safety, customer service standards and operations
- Executed new and seasonal menus
- Crteated & costed recipes of all menus
- Planned and prepared food for 180 all suites hotel/banquets
Executive Sous Chef
Hilicon Resort
Santa Barbara, USA
03.2001 - 06.2004
- Hire, onboard and train new employees, including instructing on food safety, customer service standards and operations
- Assisted culinary staff in preparaion and service of food for four outlets and 30, 000 sq feet of banquet space
- Daily monitoring of food presentation to ensure quality, safety and cost control
- Communicated across departments to keep staff knowledgeable of upcoming events/business levels
Sous Chef
Hilton Hotel
Glendale, USA
03.1996 - 03.2001
- Deliver exceptional customer service through extensive menu knowledge
- Worked all areas of the kitchen
- Work alongside a team of 30 people
- Proficient in both small and large functions
Education
General Education -
Riverside City College
Skills
- Budgeting and cost control
- Banquet Planning
- Inventory control
- Resource management
- Regulatory compliance
- Portion control
- Some Spanish
- Plating
- Kitchen management
- Menu pricing
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Sous Chef
Doubletree By Hilton Rohnert Park
06.2024 - Current
Senior Sous Chef
DoubleTree by Hilton
09.2012 - Current
Executive Chef
DoubleTree Guest Suites
06.2004 - 04.2012
Executive Sous Chef
Hilicon Resort
03.2001 - 06.2004
Sous Chef
Hilton Hotel
03.1996 - 03.2001
General Education -
Riverside City College
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