High School Diploma -
Amsterdam High School
Amsterdam, NY 09.1992 - 06.1996
James Cichy
chef
Amsterdam,NY
Summary
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Education
No Degree - Construction
Fulton Montgomery Community College
Johnstown, NY 08.1996 - 03.1998
Timeline
Cook
St. Marys Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Head Chef
Creekside Tavern
06.2023 - Current
cook
St. Marys Hospital
05.2015 - 06.2023
Assistant Head Chef
Armory Grill
08.2014 - 03.2015
Sioux Chef
Shorties Southside
02.2012 - 08.2014
Sioux Chef
Charlies Restaurant
06.2008 - 01.2011
Head Catering Chef
Longfellows Inn & Restaurant
07.2007 - 06.2008
cook
Raindancer Restaurant
09.1997 - 07.2007
No Degree - Construction
Fulton Montgomery Community College
08.1996 - 03.1998
High School Diploma -
Amsterdam High School
09.1992 - 06.1996
Overview
5
5
years of post-secondary education
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Chef
Creekside Tavern
06.2023 - Current
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
- Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
- Ensured timely delivery of all orders during busy services by implementing efficient workstations and streamlined plating processes.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
- Hired, managed, and trained kitchen staff.
- Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Maintained strict adherence to health department regulations by enforcing proper food handling practices throughout the kitchen area.
- Implemented new recipes and modern cooking techniques to continuously improve the menu offerings and overall dining experience for guests.
cook
St. Marys Hospital
05.2015 - 06.2023
- Conducted regular quality checks on ingredients, ensuring only best were used in meal preparation.
- Ensured compliance with all food safety regulations, maintaining record of excellence in health inspections.
- Enhanced flavor and presentation of traditional dishes with creative twists, receiving positive feedback from patrons.
- Coordinated checklists to keep kitchen clean, stocked and sanitary.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
- Implemented rotating menu concept, keeping dining experience fresh and engaging for regular customers.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
Assistant Head Chef
Armory Grill
08.2014 - 03.2015
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining food preparation processes and maintaining a clean workspace.
- Ensured consistent food quality by implementing strict quality control measures and monitoring inventory levels.
- Collaborated with the Head Chef to design seasonal menus that highlighted locally sourced ingredients.
- Assisted with budget management and financial reporting tasks, contributing to the overall success of the restaurant''s operations.
Sioux Chef
Shorties Southside
02.2012 - 08.2014
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Upheld stringent food safety regulations, ensuring compliance with all relevant health department guidelines.
- Managed successful kitchen remodel, selecting equipment that increased productivity and met evolving needs.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Elevated restaurant's reputation, securing positive reviews through meticulous attention to food quality and presentation.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
Sioux Chef
Charlies Restaurant
06.2008 - 01.2011
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
Cook
St. Marys Hospital
10.2024 - Current
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
Head Catering Chef
Longfellows Inn & Restaurant
07.2007 - 06.2008
- Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
- Ordered food items and supplies needed to fulfill catering jobs.
- Crafted exciting catering options for clients.
- Created catering menu based upon client specifications, event type, dietary needs, and budget.
cook
Raindancer Restaurant
09.1997 - 07.2007
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
- Took food orders from cashiers and cooked items quickly to complete order items together and serve hot.
- Reduced food waste significantly by implementing proper portion control and storage techniques.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Streamlined kitchen operations with effective communication and collaboration among team members.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Assisted in inventory management and ordering supplies, maintaining adequate stock levels for efficient kitchen operations.
- Supported kitchen staff training and development, leading to increased productivity and efficiency.
- Tasted, smelled, and pierced food with fork to verify sufficient cooking.
- Showcased excellent knife skills for precise cutting and preparation of various ingredients.
- Collaborated with management team to develop new menu items.
- Improved meal presentation with innovative plating techniques, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
- Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring safe dining environment.
- Adjusted recipes based on ingredient availability or customer request.
- Implemented rotating menu concept, keeping dining experience fresh and engaging for regular customers.
- Managed time effectively to ensure timely meal preparation, even during peak hours.
- Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
- Monitored food quality and presentation to maintain high standards.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
- Trained new kitchen staff, ensuring they met restaurant's high standards.
Work Availability
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