John Mark Yacovetta Jr.
Randleman,USA
Summary
Professional culinary expert with strong track record in leading kitchen operations and producing high-quality dishes. Adept at team collaboration, ensuring smooth service, and adapting to changing needs. Highly skilled in menu development, food safety, and cost management. Known for reliability and achieving results in fast-paced environments.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef De Cuisine
Forsyth Country Club
11.2023 - Current
- Responsible for ordering, food preparation, execution and oversight of all events.
- Executing buffets for up to 600 club members, and plated dinners for 250.
- Other duties include; inventory, scheduling, coaching and training a staff of 9, creating menus for all parties including coursed dinners for the Board of Directors.
- Continuously researching industry trends and new culinary techniques to stay ahead of competitors while maintaining an innovative edge within the dining scene.
Executive Chef of Residential Dining
UNC Greensboro Campus
10.2022 - 10.2023
- I oversaw all food production and stations located in the UNCG student Café
- We served 4000 meals a day including breakfast, lunch and dinner
- I oversaw and participated in the purchasing, inventory, food prep, sanitation, production and temperature logs, recipe development and execution of pop-up events
- Managed kitchen staff for efficient food production, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality dishes.
- Developed custom menus for clients with specific dietary restrictions or preferences, ensuring their utmost satisfaction during their dining experience.
- Created teaching kitchen events for students interested in learning how to cook or improve the skills they already had in Culinary Arts
Chef De Cuisine
Greensboro Country Club
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Based on my previous success at Sodexo and Valley Country Club, I was hired to lead the culinary department at the Farm location which is one of the two clubhouses located at Greensboro Country Club
- With over 4000 members combined and 2 golf courses, GCC is one of the Top Country Clubs in the Nation
- I reported directly to the Executive Chef and led a crew of 8, executing a la carte service, regular buffets and special catering events
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
General Manager
Sodexo at Broadcom
10.2019 - 10.2021
- Accountable for achieving the highest standards of F&B in a subsidized bistro cafe located inside of a high-tech building
- My team of 4 was of the utmost compliance in health and sanitation standards receiving a double gold for our third-party food health and safety annual audit
- Trained and guided team members to maintain high productivity and performance metrics.
- Executing special pop-up events in the front of the café to excite our clients and keep them coming back
Executive Chef
Valley Country Club
03.2015 - 10.2018
Executive Chef
Crowne Plaza DIA
02.2014 - 02.2015
Executive Chef
Lone Tree Golf Club and Hotel
08.2010 - 01.2014
Executive Chef
Eagles Nest Green Valley Ranch/Sporting News Grill
02.2009 - 08.2010
Sous Chef
Green Gables Private Country Club
05.2008 - 12.2008
Executive Chef
Heritage Eagle Bend Country Club
03.2006 - 05.2008
Education
Graduate - Certified Culinarian
ACF Culinarians of Colorado
Denver, CO01.2004
High school -
Wheat Ridge High school
01.2001
Skills
- Plating techniques
- Leadership Qualities
- Team Management
- Kitchen Sanitation
- Creativity and Innovation
- Menu development
References
- Alma Turner, Sales Rep at Performance Foods Group, 940-284-3421
- Daniel Montano, Executive Chef, 386-793-5110
- Paul Szekeres, Executive Sous Chef, UNCG, 336-609-0526
- David Zaharia, Executive Chef, 303-667-1223
Awards
Best Chef, Colorado Agriculture Day, 03/01/16
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Interests
- Camping
- Hiking
- Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
Timeline
Chef De Cuisine
Forsyth Country Club
11.2023 - Current
Executive Chef of Residential Dining
UNC Greensboro Campus
10.2022 - 10.2023
Chef De Cuisine
Greensboro Country Club
10.2021 - 08.2022
General Manager
Sodexo at Broadcom
10.2019 - 10.2021
Executive Chef
Valley Country Club
03.2015 - 10.2018
Executive Chef
Crowne Plaza DIA
02.2014 - 02.2015
Executive Chef
Lone Tree Golf Club and Hotel
08.2010 - 01.2014
Executive Chef
Eagles Nest Green Valley Ranch/Sporting News Grill
02.2009 - 08.2010
Sous Chef
Green Gables Private Country Club
05.2008 - 12.2008
Executive Chef
Heritage Eagle Bend Country Club
03.2006 - 05.2008
High school -
Wheat Ridge High school
Graduate - Certified Culinarian
ACF Culinarians of Colorado
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