Garrett MacFie
Westwood,NJ
Summary
Seasoned Head Chef with a proven track record at The Cornerstone, enhancing kitchen operations and team management. Expert in food safety and adept at fostering high-quality dining experiences. Demonstrated success in streamlining processes and elevating guest satisfaction, showcasing exceptional kitchen management and collaborative skills.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
The Cornerstone
06.2024 - Current
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Head Chef
Eighty Twenty North
11.2023 - 06.2024
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Collaborated with the front-of-house team to ensure seamless communication between kitchen and dining area, enhancing overall guest satisfaction.
- Coordinated special events catering services, providing exceptional dining experiences for clients and guests.
- Collaborated with the Head Chef to design seasonal menus that highlighted locally sourced ingredients.
Assistant Manager
Eighty Twenty Smash
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
Crew Member Cook
Chipotle
10.2016 - 10.2019
- Handled high-pressure situations effectively, maintaining composure during rush periods while continuing to deliver exceptional service quality.
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment for optimal food safety and quality assurance.
- Worked in fast-paced environment with sense of urgency to serve guests quickly.
- Prepared food items according to recipe to drive quality and consistency.
- Kept kitchen up to code for health and safety inspections.
- Trained new crew members on proper cooking techniques, food safety practices, and company policies.
- Collaborated with team members to provide seamless customer service during peak hours.
Education
Culinary Arts
Institute of Culinary Education
New York, NYSkills
- Food Safety
- Kitchen Operations
- Kitchen Management
- Team Management
- Culinary expertise
- Special Event Catering
- Food Stock and Supply Management
- Quality Control
Timeline
Head Chef
The Cornerstone
06.2024 - Current
Head Chef
Eighty Twenty North
11.2023 - 06.2024
Assistant Manager
Eighty Twenty Smash
01.2023 - 11.2023
Crew Member Cook
Chipotle
10.2016 - 10.2019
Culinary Arts
Institute of Culinary Education
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