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Jacob Parish

Cottage Grove

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Food & Beverage Director

Pinseekers
09.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong vendor relationships, resulting in cost savings on food and beverage purchases without sacrificing quality.
  • Collaborated with executive chefs to create seasonal menus, incorporating trends while maintaining brand consistency.
  • .Conducted regular performance evaluations for all team members holding them accountable for meeting established service and performance benchmarks.
  • Implemented marketing strategies that increased foot traffic during traditionally slow periods such as weekday lunches or off-season months.
  • Maintained compliance with local health department regulations through regular staff training and facility inspections.

Executive Chef

Liberty Station Tavern
08.2019 - 09.2023
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
  • Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Managed kitchen staff for efficient food production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality dishes.

Executive Chef

The Park Hotel
06.2017 - 03.2019
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Fostered partnerships with local farmers, securing premium ingredients and supporting community.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.

Executive Sous Chef

Tiburon Golf Club
08.2015 - 06.2017
  • Increased customer satisfaction through consistent delivery of exceptional dishes, resulting in positive reviews.
  • Ensured compliance with all health department regulations while maintaining a well-organized workspace for optimal efficiency.
  • Evaluated employee performance regularly providing guidance towards improvement as necessary.
  • Enhanced dining experience by creating innovative and visually appealing menu items.
  • Continuously researched industry trends to stay current on new cooking methods, ingredients, and presentation styles.

Education

General Education -

Barron Collier High School
Naples, FL
06.1998

Skills

  • Food and beverage operations
  • Labor management
  • Sanitation standards
  • Food presentation
  • Hospitality management
  • Banquet operations
  • Menu development
  • Fine-dining expertise
  • Bar management
  • Cost control
  • Catering coordination
  • Wine pairing
  • Menu pricing
  • Staff leadership
  • Food safety compliance
  • Staff supervision
  • Inventory management
  • Quality assurance
  • Waste reduction
  • Recipe creation
  • Records maintenance
  • Portion control
  • Vendor negotiations
  • Budget development
  • Recipe implementation
  • Problem-solving
  • Time management
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Certification

ServSafe Manager Certified

Timeline

Food & Beverage Director

Pinseekers
09.2023 - Current

Executive Chef

Liberty Station Tavern
08.2019 - 09.2023

Executive Chef

The Park Hotel
06.2017 - 03.2019

Executive Sous Chef

Tiburon Golf Club
08.2015 - 06.2017

ServSafe Manager Certified

General Education -

Barron Collier High School

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