Ethan Steiner
Sarasota
Summary
Forward-thinking professional offering more than 14 years of experience working in fast-paced kitchens. Skilled at staying focused and productive in high-stress situations and maintaining calmness in busy times. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Sous Chef
Lakewood Ranch Golf And Country Club
04.2023 - Current
- Enhanced dining experience by creating innovative and visually appealing menu items.
- Streamlined kitchen operations for increased efficiency and improved food quality.
- Developed and implemented staff training programs to elevate culinary skills and knowledge.
- Established strong relationships with local vendors, ensuring the use of fresh, high-quality ingredients.
Executive Sous Chef
Art Ovation Hotel
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to design seasonal menus that showcased diverse flavors and techniques.
- Mentored junior chefs and provided constructive feedback for professional growth.
- Maintained high standards of food presentation by supervising plating techniques during service hours.
- Balanced labor costs by effectively scheduling kitchen staff according to business needs.
- Increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of exceptional dishes, resulting in positive reviews.
Sous Chef
Kojo
01.2021 - 02.2022
- Enhanced overall restaurant efficiency by streamlining kitchen operations and implementing effective time management strategies.
- Boosted customer satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering high-quality dishes and maintaining strict adherence to food safety standards.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV05.2011
Associates of Occupational Studies Degree - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Blue College of Culinary Arts-Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV05.2010
Skills
- Kitchen Management
- Food presentation
- Waste Reduction
- Recipe creation
- Cost Control
- Food pairing
- Banquets and catering
- Staff Scheduling
- Safe Food Handling
- Nutrition knowledge
- Menu development
- Team Leadership
Timeline
Executive Sous Chef
Lakewood Ranch Golf And Country Club
04.2023 - Current
Executive Sous Chef
Art Ovation Hotel
02.2022 - 04.2023
Sous Chef
Kojo
01.2021 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Restaurant And Culinary Management
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts-Las Vegas
Associates of Occupational Studies Degree - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Blue College of Culinary Arts-Las Vegas
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