Motivated professional committed to delivering exceptional kitchen service and driving business success. Orders seasonal produce and ingredients consistent with quality considerations. Develops and maintains vendor relations with multiple suppliers.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kitchen Manager
Bar Juillet
Ashland, Oregon
04.2023 - Current
Managed inventory and ordered supplies to ensure stock availability.
Oversaw daily kitchen operations and maintained cleanliness standards.
Developed weekly menus in collaboration with culinary team members.
Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
Monitored sanitation practices to ensure that all employees adhere to health department regulations.
Assisted in developing menus according to seasonal availability of ingredients
Sous Chef
Hither
Ashland, OR
10.2018 - 04.2023
Maintained the cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations throughout shifts.
Provided exceptional attention to detail in garnishing and presenting dishes.
Assisted in training new kitchen staff on food preparation techniques.
Chopped vegetables, seasoned meats, and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing, and braising.
Managed simultaneous cooking tasks to ensure all dishes were completed at the right time.
Ensured that all dishes were prepared quickly while still maintaining high quality standards.
Chef de Partie
MAS
Ashland, Oregon
01.2017 - 10.2019
Built and managed relationships with local vendors to obtain fresh, quality ingredients
Developed daily specials in collaboration with the head chef.
Organized the daily mise en place to prepare meals efficiently.
Prepared a variety of sauces from scratch
Assisted the restaurant in meeting financial targets by achieving food quality objectives.
Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges, and the pantry.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ida B. Wells High School
Portland
06-2015
Some College (No Degree) - Law Enforcement Academy
Colorado Northwestern Community College
Rangely, CO
Skills
Staff training
Vendor relations
Problem solving
Time management
Quality control
Attention to detail
Recipes and menu planning
Kitchen equipment maintenance
Ordering supplies
Health inspections
Cleaning and sanitation
Affiliations
Hiking and foraging in the woods
Trail running
Cooking for family occasions
Certification
Food Handler Certificate
OLCC Certificate
CPR & AED Certificate
Languages
Spanish
Limited
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Kitchen Manager
Bar Juillet
04.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
Hither
10.2018 - 04.2023
Chef de Partie
MAS
01.2017 - 10.2019
High School Diploma -
Ida B. Wells High School
Some College (No Degree) - Law Enforcement Academy
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