James Moran
Manahawkin,NJ
Summary
Expert Executive Chef experienced at overseeing and handling kitchen staff. Skilled at managing and guiding multiple simultaneous meal prep tasks. Diversely knowledgeable on all aspects of commercial kitchen operations.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Lowe's
Manahawkin, NJ
11.2023 - Current
- Tracked company inventories, moved excess stock and arranged products to improve sales.
- Developed trusting relationships with customers by making personal connections.
- Maintained cleanliness of store environment including floors, windows, displays.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Answered store and merchandise questions and led customers to wanted items.
Kitchen Manager
Harvey Cedars Shellfish
Harvey Cedars, NJ
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Circulated within assigned areas to assess and address customer needs, effectively prioritizing tasks during peak hours.
- Motivated kitchen staff by establishing goals to increase productivity and quality.
- Consistently maintained high levels of cleanliness, organization, storage and sanitation of food and beverage products to ensure quality.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Coached staff on strategies to enhance performance and improve customer relations.
- Worked in close collaboration with team members to ensure customers received high-quality service.
Executive Chef
Allen's Clam Bar
New Gretna, NJ
04.2023 - 07.2023
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
- Distributed food to service staff for prompt delivery to customers.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Created daily specials based on seasonal ingredients and customer feedback.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Reviewed orders from vendors to ensure accuracy and cost effectiveness.
- Prepared workstations with ingredients and tools to increase efficiency.
- Monitored inventory levels of all food items to ensure adequate supplies are available at all times.
Sales Associate
Lowe's
Manahawkin, NJ
11.2022 - 04.2023
- Same responsibilities as listed above.
Kitchen Manager
Harvey Cedars Shellfish
Harvey Cedars, NJ
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Same responsibilities as listed above.
Line Cook
Ship Bottom Shellfish
Ship Bottom, NJ
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Made meals in accordance with company standards and requirements.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
- Weighed, measured and mixed ingredients, following recipes to produce quality dishes.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Cleaned cooking and refrigeration equipment to sanitize and prevent food-borne illness.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
Executive Chef
Old Causway Steak and Oyster House
Manahawkin, NJ
05.2014 - 09.2020
- Experimented with various ingredients and cooking techniques to develop new and flavorful dishes for customers.
- Oversaw inventory and ordered ingredients to restock freezers, fridges and pantry.
- Created recipes, incorporating various techniques, to build flavor and unique visual appeal.
- Monitored kitchen area and staff to maintain overall safety and establish proper food handling techniques.
- Reviewed orders from vendors to ensure accuracy and cost effectiveness.
- Provided guidance and support for Sous Chefs during peak service hours.
- Directed kitchen staff in food preparation and presentation to ensure high quality standards were met.
- Managed ordering, inventory levels, receiving, invoice settling, and equipment maintenance.
- Supervised the selection, training, scheduling, and performance of kitchen personnel.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Academy of Culinary Arts
Atlantic Cape Community College05-2006
Skills
- Inventory Management
- Menu Planning
- Quality Assurance
- Staff Scheduling
- BOH Operations
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Order Management
- Safe Food Handling
- Recipe Development
- Purchasing
- Strong Work Ethic
Timeline
Sales Associate
Lowe's
11.2023 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Harvey Cedars Shellfish
07.2023 - 09.2023
Executive Chef
Allen's Clam Bar
04.2023 - 07.2023
Sales Associate
Lowe's
11.2022 - 04.2023
Kitchen Manager
Harvey Cedars Shellfish
05.2022 - 09.2022
Line Cook
Ship Bottom Shellfish
04.2021 - 10.2021
Executive Chef
Old Causway Steak and Oyster House
05.2014 - 09.2020
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Academy of Culinary Arts