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
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