Jamie Hollinger

Executive Chef/Restaurant Manager

Brooklyn Heights Pizzeria

02.2007 - 11.2024

Designed innovative seasonal menus aligning with customer preferences and local ingredient availability.
Supervised kitchen staff, ensuring adherence to food safety regulations and quality standards.
Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and improving cost efficiency.
Trained new culinary team members on techniques and operational procedures for consistency in food preparation.
Developed vendor relationships to source high-quality ingredients while negotiating favorable pricing terms.
Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
Conducted regular evaluations of kitchen equipment and appliances, ensuring proper maintenance and timely replacement to maintain optimal operational efficiency.
Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating competitive prices on ingredients and supplies.
Maximized profitability by effectively managing food costs through portion control and minimizing waste.
Managed kitchen staff for efficient food production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality dishes.
Requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes and standardized production recipes for consistent quality.
Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
Spearheaded kitchen renovations to optimize workflow efficiency without compromising quality or safety standards.
Streamlined kitchen operations with effective inventory management and cost controls.