Accomplished Head Chef with a proven track record at Three 65 Bar and Grill, enhancing kitchen operations through expert menu development and inventory control. Skilled in food safety and highly motivated, I led teams to maintain high-quality standards, achieving near-perfect customer satisfaction. My strategic planning and cost reduction efforts significantly improved efficiency and productivity.
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Work History
Lead Line Cook
5 Church
Charleston SC
Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
Cultivated a positive working atmosphere among kitchen staff, fostering camaraderie and a strong sense of teamwork.
Produced high volume covers per day and maintained near-perfect customer satisfaction scores.
Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
Unloaded food supplies from distributor trucks to efficiently organize inventory.
Ensured timely delivery of meals by managing line cook schedules and delegating tasks effectively during peak service hours.
Mentored new hires on company policies, procedures, and best practices to ensure seamless integration into the team.
Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Head Chef
Three 65 Bar and Grill and Brisa’s Latin Cuisine
Goldsboro NC
06.2020
Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
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.
Created fun and fresh menus
Managed and lead a team of cooks
Maintained consistent high quality plates
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
Created recipes and prepared advanced dishes.
Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
Sous Chef
Sesame Burgers And Beer
Charleston SC
02.2017
Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
Increased kitchen productivity by optimizing workflow processes and delegating tasks appropriately within the team.
Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.