Eric Handy
Greensboro,NC
Summary
Creative and passionate chef with experience in leading kitchen operations, menu development, and team management. Skilled in crafting innovative dishes that cater to diverse palates while ensuring high standards of food safety and quality. Demonstrated ability to improve kitchen efficiency and enhance dining experiences through effective leadership and culinary skills. Successfully elevated guest satisfaction by consistently delivering exceptional meals and fostering a positive working environment for the culinary team.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Landscaping Supervisor
Greensboro Coliseum Complex
Greensboro, NC
03.2023 - Current
- Assisted with recruiting efforts by screening potential candidates for hire through interviews and reference checks.
- Trained new employees on proper techniques for planting, pruning, mowing, fertilizing, and other landscaping tasks.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Worked with team members to develop innovative solutions for difficult problems encountered during projects.
- Provided guidance and direction when needed in order to help employees reach their full potential within the company.
Sous Chef
PF Changs Restaurant
Greensboro , NC
11.2021 - 03.2023
- Maintained accurate records for cost analysis purposes.
- Established standard procedures for plating presentations.
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Created tasty dishes using popular recipes, delighting patrons and generating return business.
- Trained and supervised line cooks to develop new skills and improve team performance.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas of improvement in service or product quality.
- Used proper cleaning supplies and methods to disinfect counters where raw meat, poultry, fish and eggs had been prepared.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
Professional Mover
Two twins and a truck
High Point, North Carolina
07.2020 - 10.2022
- Organized efficient daily work plans based on oral instructions and written directions to meet challenging objectives.
- Followed customer instructions about placement of items and special considerations for handling.
- Communicated effectively with clients and team members to coordinate moving plans.
- Loaded and unloaded furniture, boxes, appliances, and other items onto trucks for transport to desired locations.
- Communicated with customers regarding moving needs and deadlines.
- Managed inventory of moving supplies, restocking as necessary.
Line Worker
Del Monte Foods
Whitsett, North Carolina
06.2018 - 07.2021
- Processed orders promptly according to customer specifications.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
- Prepared for work to be completed by studying assembly instructions, blueprint specifications and part lists.
- Moved items between machines, conveyors and transport equipment to meet production needs.
- Followed safety protocols while operating heavy machinery on the production line.
Crew Leader Supervisor
Turf Builders
Greensboro, Vermont
08.2015 - 06.2018
- Mentored newly hired crew members to prepare each for job roles.
- Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Performed general maintenance on tools and equipment used by the crew.
Cook
Cracker Barrell
Greensboro, NC
03.2014 - 02.2016
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Supervised and trained kitchen staff on proper preparation techniques.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Monitored temperatures of prepared food and cold-storage areas.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Managed inventory levels of ingredients and supplies necessary for daily operations.
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bradwell Institute
Hinesville, GA06-2003
Skills
- Scheduling and planning
- Workplace safety
- Dish preparations
- Plating
- Kitchen management
- Sanitation procedures
- Supervising food prep
- Menu memorization
- Cooking techniques
Timeline
Landscaping Supervisor
Greensboro Coliseum Complex
03.2023 - Current
Sous Chef
PF Changs Restaurant
11.2021 - 03.2023
Professional Mover
Two twins and a truck
07.2020 - 10.2022
Line Worker
Del Monte Foods
06.2018 - 07.2021
Crew Leader Supervisor
Turf Builders
08.2015 - 06.2018
Cook
Cracker Barrell
03.2014 - 02.2016
High School Diploma -
Bradwell Institute