James O'Connor
Narragansett,RI
Summary
Dynamic Sous Chef with proven expertise at The Dunes Club, excelling in team leadership and food safety. Enhanced kitchen efficiency by training junior cooks and innovating menu planning with seasonal ingredients. Recognized for fostering a collaborative environment while maintaining high standards of sanitation and organization.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
The Dunes Club
05.2017 - 01.2025
- Supervised kitchen staff, fostering teamwork and maintaining high standards of food safety and sanitation.
- Certified food safety manager from the Rhode Island Department of Health
- Executed daily operations by coordinating food preparation and ensuring timely service during peak hours.
- Trained junior cooks on culinary techniques, improving skill levels and boosting overall kitchen efficiency.
- Assisted in menu planning and development, incorporating seasonal ingredients to enhance guest experiences.
Line Cook
Gulf Stream Golf Club
10.2014 - 05.2016
- Seasonal Job where I worked in Rhode Island in the summers and Florida in the winter.
- Prepared high-quality dishes in fast-paced kitchen environment, ensuring consistency and adherence to recipes.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing efficiency and reducing waste.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, adhering to health and safety regulations consistently.
- Trained new staff on cooking techniques and kitchen protocols, fostering a collaborative team atmosphere.
Line Cook
The Dunes Club
05.2005 - 2025
- Summer Job in high school
- Took a full time position in 2017
Education
High School Diploma -
The Prout School
Wakefield, RI05.2010
Skills
- Team leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Kitchen organization
- Menu planning
Timeline
Sous Chef
The Dunes Club
05.2017 - 01.2025
Line Cook
Gulf Stream Golf Club
10.2014 - 05.2016
Line Cook
The Dunes Club
05.2005 - 2025
High School Diploma -
The Prout School
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