Elijah L. Waxler
Goose Creek Tennis Club
Oxford,MS
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Experienced Sous Chef with expertise in diverse culinary traditions. Demonstrates strong leadership skills and excels in creative, time-sensitive environments. Knowledgeable in food safety regulations and sanitation practices as per ServSafe standards.
Work History
Sous Chef
1 Year 11 Months- Directed kitchen staff in daily operations, ensuring high standards in food production, sanitation, and safety practices.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to design innovative dishes for special events, enhancing guest experiences.
- Developed seasonal menu items with locally procured ingredients
- Coordinated inventory management and ingredient ordering processes.
- Assisted in training new culinary team members on kitchen operations.
- Fostered positive work environment by promoting teamwork and communication among staff members.
PM Manager
3 Years 7 Months- Executed leadership duties as expeditor, coordinating kitchen operations for timely meal service.
- Trained staff in fast-paced environments, enhancing team performance and cohesion.
- Demonstrated versatility in line cook role, ensuring smooth and efficient meal preparation.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area, ensuring high standards of food presentation.
Lead Line Cook
1 Year 6 Months- Managed kitchen staff, assigning tasks and monitoring performance to maintain operational efficiency and team accountability.
- Trained new cooks in recipes, preparation methods, safety procedures, and sanitation guidelines to ensure consistent food quality and compliance.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items by chopping, slicing, and dicing to streamline meal preparation.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nutrition And Hospitality
- Relevant Coursework: Nutrition, Food Procurement, Accounting, Hospitality Finance
- GPA: 3.42
Skills
Menu design
Food safety compliance
Kitchen management
Inventory management
Procurement strategies
Large-scale catering
Dietary accommodations
Culinary education
Team leadership
Time management
Certification
- Servsafe Food Handler Certification
- Servsafe Alcohol
Timeline
Sous Chef
Goose Creek Tennis Club
09.2024 - CurrentRead More
PM Manager
Ajax Diner
12.2020 - 07.2024Read More
Lead Line Cook
Zaap Thai
06.2019 - 12.2020Read More
University of Mississippi
Bachelor of Science from Nutrition And Hospitality
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