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Henry F. Griffin, IV

Saluda,SC

Summary

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.

Executive Chef/Owner/Operator

Ristorante Divino's
07.2000 - 05.2020

See previous description.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dutch Fork High School
Irmo, SC

Skills

  • Customer Retention
  • Catering and Events
  • Work Area Inspections
  • Staff Recruiting and Hiring
  • Servsafe Certification
  • Restaurant Industry Trends Awareness
  • Creative Thinking
  • Restaurant Operation
  • Budgeting and Cost Control
  • Hygiene Policy Implementation
  • Food and Beverage Pairings
  • Create Recipes
  • Food Preparing, Plating and Presentation
  • Vendor Relations
  • Food Spoilage Prevention
  • Fine Dining Expertise
  • Special Events
  • Cooking Technique Demonstrations
  • Kitchen Equipment Operation
  • Garnishing and Plating
  • Employee Training
  • Menu Planning
  • Equipment Purchasing
  • Delegating Work
  • Organization and Prioritization
  • Attention to Detail
  • Signature Dish Creation
  • Bar-B-Que

Timeline

Executive Chef/Butcher/Owner

Self-employed, Executive Chef Consultant
06.2014 - Current

Executive Chef/Owner/Operator

Ristorante Divino's
07.2000 - 05.2020

High School Diploma -

Dutch Fork High School
Henry F. Griffin, IV