Garisha Burton
MADISON HEIGHTS,MI
Summary
Accomplished Sous Chef with a proven track record at Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar, specializing in kitchen leadership and team coordination. Expert in food safety and presentation, significantly reducing waste and enhancing dining experiences.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
03.2022 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Played a key role in achieving positive health inspection results by maintaining strict compliance with all relevant guidelines and regulations throughout daily operations.
Certified Trainer for BOH
Bonefish Grill
05.2018 - 06.2020
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Provided ongoing support for certified individuals, offering guidance as they navigated new challenges in their professional roles.
- Developed innovative training materials, resulting in higher levels of trainee satisfaction.
- Consistently received high ratings on trainer evaluations, reflecting a strong commitment to excellence in education and professional development.
- Increased trainee performance by implementing practical, hands-on activities during training sessions.
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
Carolina Ale Hosue
Server, Line Cook, Bartender Back Waiter
06.2017 - 05.2018
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Education
GED -
Durham Technical Community College
Durham, NC05.2014
Skills
- Team Leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food Safety
- Inventory Management
- Safe Food Handling
- Food presentation
- Menu Planning
- Food Preparation
- Customer Service
- Kitchen Organization
- Safety Management
- Supervising Food Prep
Certification
- CSC - Certified Sous Chef
- Certified ServSafe, Blooming Brands - 3/10/2020 -3/10/2025
Timeline
Sous Chef
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
03.2022 - Current
Certified Trainer for BOH
Bonefish Grill
05.2018 - 06.2020
Carolina Ale Hosue
Server, Line Cook, Bartender Back Waiter
06.2017 - 05.2018
GED -
Durham Technical Community College
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