Jennifer Hao
Haltom City
Summary
Innovative Chef with expertise in kitchen operations, menu development, and team management. Skilled in maintaining food safety standards and enhancing kitchen efficiency. Delivered exceptional meals that elevated guest satisfaction while fostering a collaborative environment for the culinary team.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Faith Presbyterian Hospice
Dallas
06.2021 - 11.2024
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure efficient meal preparation and delivery.
- Maintained inventory levels and ordered supplies for daily kitchen operations.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to accommodate special dietary requirements.
- Assisted in budget management for food costs and kitchen supplies.
- Organized kitchen workflows to optimize productivity during peak service times.
- Created a positive work environment by encouraging teamwork among staff members.
Server Trainer
Moviehouse & Eatery
Keller
11.2014 - 11.2015
- Worked with other Team Trainers to train incoming servers on core values and expectations
- Greets the guests in a friendly and courteous manner and explains any specials and/or promotions for guest awareness
- Provides food and beverage service to guests using our core values as a benchmark to exceed guest expectations
- Answers questions about menu
- Clears tables distraction free throughout the film using proper methods for removing dishes, glassware, and silverware
- Exit greets each guest at the end of the movie
- Cleans auditoriums and service areas during and after the movie
- Had an awesome opportunity to be on the opening team of this amazing concept in theater dining
Lead Hostess
Bj's Brewhouse
Hurst
08.2013 - 10.2014
- Making reservations and seating guests accordingly
- Working closely with the management of the restaurant
- Liaising between guests, servers and management
Assistant Restaurant/Kitchen Supervisor
The Conservatory
Keller
04.2008 - 06.2012
- Supported Executive Chef in coordinating kitchen production, ensuring timely meal preparation and quality standards.
- Oversaw daily kitchen and dining room operations, ensuring smooth service and adherence to health and safety regulations.
Skills
- Food prep oversight
- Kitchen leadership
- Vendor management
- Team leadership
- Staff motivation
- Customer service
- Positive and professional
Timeline
Sous Chef
Faith Presbyterian Hospice
06.2021 - 11.2024
Server Trainer
Moviehouse & Eatery
11.2014 - 11.2015
Lead Hostess
Bj's Brewhouse
08.2013 - 10.2014
Assistant Restaurant/Kitchen Supervisor
The Conservatory
04.2008 - 06.2012