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Jennifer Borzelleca

Chef
York,PA

Summary

Adaptable and enterprising Job Title with solid industry background and proven expertise in building and leading successful teams. Talented problem-solver ready to back up fellow employees at any time.

Experienced Job title bringing demonstrated success in developing and motivating strong restaurant teams to assist Number customers hourly. Keeps all areas clean and sanitized while managing inventory and preventing waste. Positive and upbeat with customers and team members alike.

Talented kitchen leader offer over Number years of experience in preparing and serving diverse foods. Motivates employees to exceed customer expectations in high-volume settings while maintaining strong quality and cost controls. Service-oriented with good multitasking, safety management and decision-making skills.

Experienced Job title successful at reducing costs, increasing productivity and maximizing customer satisfaction. Exceptional leader with strong communication and conflict resolution abilities. Number years of progressive leadership experience.

Energetic Kitchen Manager enthusiastic about working with high-performance teams. Personable, responsible and hardworking professional. Dedicated to innovative dishes, effective budgeting and top-of-the-line customer service.

Driven leader with strong problem-solving and customer service skills. Dedicated to providing highest level of service to customers and creating pleasant work environment for staff. Knowledgeable in food safety and sanitation protocols.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Kitchen Manager/Executive Chef

Red Lion Elks Lodge
04.2022 - Current
  • Conducted daily checks of refrigerators and freezers to verify proper food storage, container labeling, and surface cleaning.
  • Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
  • Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
  • Delivered in-depth training to workers in food preparation and customer-facing roles to promote strong team performance.
  • Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
  • Designed and maintained menus to offer variety of high quality and consistency of dishes.
  • Reviewed and analyzed kitchen performance to verify gaps and observe continuous improvement.
  • Developed and implemented kitchen policies and procedures to establish clear guidelines for kitchen operations and comply with regulations.
  • Developed and maintained professional relationships with suppliers to acquire high-quality ingredients and products with reasonable prices.
  • Calculated prices of ingredients to monitor food costs and control expenses.
  • Implemented and maintained food safety and sanitation standards to establish safe handling and preparation of food.
  • Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.
  • Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
  • Motivated staff to perform at peak efficiency and quality.
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies.
  • Developed unique events and special promotions to drive sales.
  • Maintained effective supply levels by monitoring and reordering food stock and dry goods.
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
  • Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.

Landscaper

Red Lion Landscaping
03.2015 - 02.2022
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
  • Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
  • Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.
  • Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
  • Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Monitored and evaluated condition of trees, shrubs, lawns and flowerbeds.

Chef, Sous Chef, Bartender, Waitstaff

Judy’s Cafe
05.1993 - 06.2010
  • Responded to dietary concerns and food allergies, creating dishes to meet customer needs and palates.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Utilized proper cleaning techniques to sanitize counters and utensils used in preparation of raw meat, poultry, fish, and eggs.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Monitored line processes to maintain consistency in quality, quantity, and presentation.
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Prepared meals from scratch using authentic, popular recipes to generate repeat business.
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
  • Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
  • Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
  • Coordinated with team members to prepare orders on time.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised related culinary activity.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Oversaw scheduling, inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
  • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
  • Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Assisted with menu development and planning.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
  • Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
  • Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
  • Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
  • Prepared custom drink orders by accurately measuring and mixing house ingredients.
  • Regularly cleaned and sanitized bar area, beer lockers, refrigeration and storage areas.
  • Assisted with inventorying beverage stock and bar supplies.
  • Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
  • Maintained impeccably clean, attractive and well-stocked bar area.
  • Kept bar stocked with liquors, juices and garnishes for drinks.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with repeat customers, engaging in friendly conversation and memorizing drink orders to promote loyalty.
  • Verified drinking age requirements of customers by carefully reviewing photo identification.
  • Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
  • Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
  • Completed requisitions to maintain required stock par levels.
  • Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
  • Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
  • Practiced safe work habits, wearing protective equipment and consistently following MSDS and OSHA standards.
  • Tracked bar stock levels and promptly replenished low materials to prevent shortages.
  • Prepared garnishes by evenly slicing and pitting fruits.
  • Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
  • Used extensive knowledge of beer, wine and spirits to make informed recommendations to customers.
  • Created attractive bar displays by strategically arranging bottles and glasses.
  • Built relationships with vendors to manage orders and negotiate costs.

Education

No - Criminal Justice

Philadelphia Community College
Philadelphia, PA

Plymouth Whitemarsh High School
Whitemarsh PA
06.1992

Skills

  • Scheduling
  • Menu development
  • Employee monitoring
  • Purchasing

Timeline

Kitchen Manager/Executive Chef

Red Lion Elks Lodge
04.2022 - Current

Landscaper

Red Lion Landscaping
03.2015 - 02.2022

Chef, Sous Chef, Bartender, Waitstaff

Judy’s Cafe
05.1993 - 06.2010

No - Criminal Justice

Philadelphia Community College

Plymouth Whitemarsh High School

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