JEFF MCGINLEY
Oak Park,CA
Summary
Entrepreneurial wellness professional and culinary specialist with extensive experience operating a holistic recovery center. Combines expertise in program development, client care, and nutrition-driven culinary services. Proven ability to manage the overall kitchen and menu weekly while delivering high-quality, therapeutic dining experiences that support recovery, wellness, and overall well-being. Facilities Management to oversee and order all supplies.
Seeking a part-time role where I can leverage my experience while transitioning from ownership of a successfully operated business
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner & Executive Chef
Foy Wellness & Recovery Center
01.2018 - Current
- Founded and manage a full-service wellness center for addiction and mental health recovery, focused on holistic healing, nutrition, and client well-being
- Oversee daily operations in the kitchen including planning menu’s for breakfast, and lunch for 25+ clients
- Plan and prepare nutrient-dense, therapeutic meals tailored to clients’ dietary needs and recovery goals
- Source high-quality, organic ingredients and maintain relationships with local vendors
- Train and supervise kitchen and support staff to ensure high standards of food safety and service
- Managed procurement of facility and kitchen supplies, including cleaning products, paper goods, and operational essentials
- Oversaw inventory and ordering of all business-critical supplies to ensure smooth daily operations
- Summary of work experience prior to opening the company
- Costco - Member Services
- Wholefoods - Team Lead for Beer, Wine and Cheese department
- Gelson’s- Wine department Liquor Department Manager of Fine Wines and Spirits
- Nestle - Haagen Dazs Division - Merchandising
- Disney - P.O.P. Fulfillment
Education
BA - Liberal Studies
Cal Poly Pomona
01.1991
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
Summary of work experience prior to opening the company Costco - Member Services Wholefoods - Team
Summary of work experience prior to opening the company
Costco - Member Services
Wholefoods - Team Lead for Beer, Wine and Cheese department
Gelson’s- Wine department Liquor Department Manager of Fine Wines and Spirits
Nestle - Haagen Dazs Division - Merchandising
Disney - P.O.P. Fulfillment
Timeline
Owner & Executive Chef
Foy Wellness & Recovery Center
01.2018 - Current
BA - Liberal Studies
Cal Poly Pomona