Dynamic Chef and Manager with extensive experience at Casual Encounters Catering, specializing in menu development and culinary expertise. Proven track record in executing successful events for up to 300 guests, while ensuring food safety and fostering team collaboration. Recognized for creative menu design and exceptional training of kitchen staff.
Experienced with leading kitchen teams and managing food preparation in busy environments. Utilizes culinary skills and knowledge of kitchen operations to maintain high standards of food quality and safety. Track record of fostering collaborative team environments and driving operational efficiency.
Prep and cook Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner for 9 to 20 clients.
Some baking of cookies and cakes.
Ordering
Prepare and cook banquets and events for 5 to 300 people.
This meals were Cooke in locations ranging for inside multi million dollar homes to out side on the grill in the park.
Designing menus with multiple entrees to full appetizer menus.
Preparing and cooking Dinner for 200 to 300 people, at two different camps.
Overseeing kitchen crew.
Delegating as needed.
Daily manager meetings.
Safety training and protocol.
Prepare meals for 20 to 600 clients at multiple camps.
Safety procedures
Food ordering
Inventory
This was a seasonal position.
I cooked breakfast.
We prepared to go sandwiches for the boat.
I prepared 4 to 5 course Dinners with desert.
Cooked on Line for Lunch and Dinner
Organized and cooked banquets.
Helped with brunch.
Daily managers meeting.
Multiple temperature logs.
This is considered executive chef at most other locations.
Oversaw and managed kitchen employees up to 72 persons.
Up to 11 kitchens.
Employee reviews and training.
Safety meetings
Food orders for up to 800 people.
Detailed cleaning lists.
Walk throughs.
33 years working in Kitchens, restaurants, Hotels, and Foodservice.
Lifelong dedication to the Culinary World.
I have visited or lived in all 50 states.