Top-notch professional with expertise in menu development, team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Creates unique and delicious dishes while controlling food and labor costs
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef/Butcher/Owner
Self-employed, Executive Chef Consultant
06.2014 - Current
Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Interacted with guests to obtain feedback on product quality and service levels.
Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance, and cleanliness of production and service areas.
SERVSAFE Certified
Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Oversaw inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.