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Farnancita Johnson

Milwaukee,WI

Summary

Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with [Type] cuisine, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles. Conversational [Language] skills. High-performing Chef offering [Number] years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. High-performing individual with solid background in culinary arts. Skilled in creating innovative and delicious dishes while managing kitchen staff and inventory. Efficient and committed to keeping high standards of food safety and sanitation. Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, kitchen management and staff training. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs. Collaborative and committed to seeking feedback from customers and staff to improve kitchen workflows. Meticulous [Job Title] eager to create unique and delicious dishes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills with good understanding of seamless dining experience for customers. Creative and dedicated to staying up-to-date with food trends. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef

Brookdale Senior Living
07.2018 - Current
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
  • Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.

Guest Service Associate

Kwik Trip
09.2019 - 02.2021
  • Greeted visitors and customers upon arrival, offered assistance, and answered questions to build rapport and retention.
  • Anticipated guests' service needs by asking questions to better understand needs and listening to guest preferences.
  • Welcomed and acknowledged guests with smile, eye contact and friendly verbal greeting using guest's name, boosting overall guest satisfaction scores [Number]%.
  • Used [Software] to check daily record sheets, guest accounts and available vouchers.

Executive Chef

5 Star Senior Living
09.2015 - 03.2018
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
  • Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
  • Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.

Chef/owner

Mabuhay Philippines Cuisine
04.2013 - 04.2015
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.

Chef

Meriter Hospital
12.2000 - 03.2013
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.

Education

High School Diploma -

Barobo Municple High School Philippines
Republic Of Philippines
03.1984

Skills

  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Fine Dining Expertise
  • Restaurant Industry Trends Awareness
  • Recruitment and Onboarding
  • Estimate Food Needs
  • Culinary Trends
  • Creative Thinking
  • Staffing
  • Recipe Development
  • Food Service Safety Training
  • Garnishing and Plating
  • Equipment Inspection and Maintenance
  • Kitchen Operations Oversight

Languages

Telugu
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Guest Service Associate

Kwik Trip
09.2019 - 02.2021

Executive Chef

Brookdale Senior Living
07.2018 - Current

Executive Chef

5 Star Senior Living
09.2015 - 03.2018

Chef/owner

Mabuhay Philippines Cuisine
04.2013 - 04.2015

Chef

Meriter Hospital
12.2000 - 03.2013

High School Diploma -

Barobo Municple High School Philippines
Farnancita Johnson