Jason Tardo
Highlands,NORTH CAROLINA
Summary
25 years of experience in Hospitality all the way from dish/prep to Executive Chef with 4 1/2 being in foodservice distribution sales. I am currently seeking a position with better work/life balance. I do live in Employee housing and will require same with a new position/company. I am also a volunteer Firefighter/EMR at Highlands Fire and rescue, I am in my 12th year with them. Motivated to push for excellence and consistency, also to develop talent and future Chefs. I have taught a cooking class for guests last winter and again this winter. Half Mile has had a successful table at the brunch event during Highlands food and wine festival for a number of years now, which I am responsible for.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef De Cuisine
Half Mile Farm/Old Edwards hospitality group
Highlands, NC
06.2008 - Current
- Maintained a clean and organized kitchen environment.
- Managed staff of cooks, dishwashers, and other kitchen personnel.
- Developed and implemented new menu items to meet customer needs.
- Coordinated with suppliers to ensure fresh ingredients were available for daily operations.
Education
Firefighter 1&2 and Emergency Medical Responder
Southwestern Community College
Sylva, NCSkills
- Budgeting and Cost Control
- Recipe Creation
- Food Presentation
- Dish Preparation
- Knife Skills
- Food Safety Standards
- Menu Planning Capability
- Food Safety
- Culinary Expertise
- Creativity and Innovation
- Kitchen Operations
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Team Management
- Menu Development
- Banquets and Catering
Certification
- Serve Safe
Timeline
Chef De Cuisine
Half Mile Farm/Old Edwards hospitality group
06.2008 - Current
Firefighter 1&2 and Emergency Medical Responder
Southwestern Community College
- Serve Safe
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