Jeannie McEldowney
Manor
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at Renaissance Austin Hotel, excelling in kitchen management and menu development. Proven track record in cost control and training staff, enhancing food presentation and safety standards. Adept at utilizing advanced cooking techniques to create visually stunning dishes while fostering a collaborative kitchen environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Sous Chef
Renaissance Austin Hotel
09.2020 - Current
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Supervises and coordinates cooks engaged in food preparation for property banquets and events, primarily in Garde Manger.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
- Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
- Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to meet production needs and output in Garde Manger for property banquets and events.
- Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
Kitchen Supervisor
Renaissance Austin Hotel
03.2010 - 09.2020
- Supervised Garde Manger banquet kitchen in all aspects of production, scheduling, ordering, and training of staff for property banquets and events.
- Supervised main property restaurant kitchen in all aspects of production, scheduling, ordering, and training of staff for all meal service periods (breakfast, lunch, brunch and dinner).
- Supervised food presentation and plating to enhance visual appeal.
- Stayed current with industry trends and innovations to boost competitiveness and customer appeal.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Lead Cook
Renaissance Austin Hotel
09.2007 - 03.2010
- Prepared entrees to order for hotel restaurant and room service outlet for breakfast, lunch, and dinner services.
- Set up and break down work station and preparation areas on daily basis.
- Prepare food items daily for restaurant and banquet functions as needed.
- Assist supervisor with planning and development of changing menus based on seasonality, labor, and food cost guidelines.
- Train new hires.
Cook
Renaissance Austin Hotel
11.2005 - 09.2007
- Prepared food items according to standards in both hotel restaurant and Garde Manger banquet kitchens.
- Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Texas Culinary Academy
Austin, TX12-2005
No Degree -
University of Texas At Austin
Austin, Texas, TXSkills
- Kitchen management
- Cost control
- Menu development
- Supervising food prep
- Cooking techniques
- Safe food handling
- Detail-oriented
- Knife skills
- Food preparation
- Food presentation
Certification
- National Restaurant Association Nutrition, Supervision, and Cost Control Certificates
- Texas Food Safety Manager Certification
Timeline
Assistant Sous Chef
Renaissance Austin Hotel
09.2020 - Current
Kitchen Supervisor
Renaissance Austin Hotel
03.2010 - 09.2020
Lead Cook
Renaissance Austin Hotel
09.2007 - 03.2010
Cook
Renaissance Austin Hotel
11.2005 - 09.2007
Associate of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Texas Culinary Academy
No Degree -
University of Texas At Austin