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Jack Whittemore

Des Moines,IA

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with proven leadership in high-pressure kitchen environments. Recognized for precision, efficiency, consistency, and being adaptable. Highly committed to continuous learning and growth within the culinary industry.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Chef de Partie

Oak Park
Des Moines, Iowa
09.2025 - Current
  • Prepared and presented high-quality dishes in fast-paced kitchen environment, ensuring consistency and excellence.
  • Executed service while maintaining organizational standards and accounting for all mise en place in section.

Commis Chef

Le Chateau Blanchard
Chazelles-sur-lyon , France
04.2025 - 08.2025
  • Worked as assistant to the sous chef on main plate section.
  • Produced all entree accompaniments.
  • Executed 50 9 course tasting menus for lunch and dinner service.
  • Maintained high level of efficiency and cleanliness, as well as taking inventory for all mise en place.

Chef de Partie

Chleo Wine Bar
Kingston, New York
03.2024 - 09.2024
  • Assisted head chef in menu planning and ingredient selection.
  • Kept up-to-date with current culinary trends in order to create innovative dishes for customers.

Chef de Partie

Harbinger
Des Moines, Iowa
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Executed six-course tasting as well as à la carte style menu.
  • Acquired foundational skills in innovative plating to enhance presentations.
  • Developed and maintained a high sense of urgency.

Education

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

The Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY
04-2025

Skills

  • Efficient and Precise
  • Able to Uphold Standards
  • Strong Sense of Urgency
  • Natural Leader
  • Self-Motivated
  • Readiness to Learn and Grow

Languages

French
Professional

Accomplishments

CIA Group Leader x3

Timeline

Chef de Partie

Oak Park
09.2025 - Current

Commis Chef

Le Chateau Blanchard
04.2025 - 08.2025

Chef de Partie

Chleo Wine Bar
03.2024 - 09.2024

Chef de Partie

Harbinger
02.2023 - 08.2023

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

The Culinary Institute of America
Jack Whittemore