JOHN FLEMING
Summary
Accomplished Executive Chef with a proven track record , enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative menu development and meticulous adherence to food safety. Skilled in cost control and recipe innovation, I excel in mentoring teams for peak performance. My expertise in menu planning, presentation, and customer service drives operational excellence and culinary delight.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Chartwells Compass Group
08.2023 - Current
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
Kitchen Manger
Taylor Grocery Catering
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Maintained a clean and safe work environment, adhering to all health department regulations and guidelines.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Checked and tested foods to verify quality and temperature.
- Mentored and trained new team members, fostering a positive culture of teamwork and collaboration within the kitchen staff.
Catering Chef Manger
Aramark
02.2014 - 08.2022
- Cooked for large groups of people and managing various types of food for large events.
- Ordered food items and supplies needed to fulfill catering jobs.
- Crafted exciting catering options for clients.
- Created catering menu based upon client specifications, event type, dietary needs, and budget.
- Collaborated with event planners for seamless execution of catered functions, resulting in positive feedback from clients.
- Sampled each dish for quality control prior to serving, identifying mistakes and solving immediately.
- Increased customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality catering services for various events.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University - Charleston
Charleston, SC05.1997
Foodservice Management
Johnson & Wales University - Charleston
Charleston, SC05.1997
Skills
- Food Safety
- Menu Planning
- Cost Control
- Menu development
- Recipe Innovation
- Food Presentation
- Customer service
Timeline
Executive Chef
Chartwells Compass Group
08.2023 - Current
Kitchen Manger
Taylor Grocery Catering
08.2022 - 05.2023
Catering Chef Manger
Aramark
02.2014 - 08.2022
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Johnson & Wales University - Charleston
Foodservice Management
Johnson & Wales University - Charleston