JAMES ALSTON
Dover,Pennsylvania
Summary
Methodical director with several years of comprehensive experience overseeing the daily operations of a Hardworking and versatile professional well-versed in executing business strategies, preparing and implementing business plans, and managing financial performance. Thorough knowledge of market changes and trends paired with a strong grasp of corporate finance and performance measures.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Director of Culinary Innovation
ASK Foods Inc.
Palmyra
03.2002 - 03.2022
- Director of Product Development, Servicing Many High Profile Accounts with New Trends and Innovation to Create Better Function-ability for their Products and Staff
- Developed Proprietary All Natural Anti-Microbial Blends
- Driving Force in Developing Innovative Manufacturing Processes, Progressive Packaging, and Shelf Life Achievements
- Instrumental in marketing strategies which resulted in 300% growth during my tenure.
Executive Chef
Manor Tavern
Monkton, Maryland
01.2000 - 01.2002
Food and Beverage Director
Sheraton Four Points
York, PA
01.1998 - 01.2000
Food and Beverage Director
Glen Rock Mill
Glen Rock, PA
01.1997 - 01.1998
Executive Chef
Crown Hotels
York, PA
01.1991 - 01.1997
Culinary Instructor
Yorktowne Business Institute
York
- Subjects: Food Science, Regional and International Cuisines, Procurement.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
Pittsburgh, PA03-1988
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Community College of Allegheny County
Pittsburgh, PASkills
- Natural Leader and Collaborative Team Developer
- Effective Verbal Communication
- Effective Written Communication
- Budget Management Expertise
- Comprehensive Process Deployment
- Customer-Focused Support
- In-Depth Ingredient Knowledge
- Culinary Expertise
Certification
- International HACCP Alliance Lead Instructor Certificate - International HACCP Alliance.
Timeline
Director of Culinary Innovation
ASK Foods Inc.
03.2002 - 03.2022
Executive Chef
Manor Tavern
01.2000 - 01.2002
Food and Beverage Director
Sheraton Four Points
01.1998 - 01.2000
Food and Beverage Director
Glen Rock Mill
01.1997 - 01.1998
Executive Chef
Crown Hotels
01.1991 - 01.1997
Culinary Instructor
Yorktowne Business Institute
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
Some College (No Degree) - Business Administration And Management
Community College of Allegheny County