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Jonathan Duffe

Saint Louis

Summary

Dynamic Executive Chef with a proven track record at Bowood by Niche, specializing in innovative menu development and local sourcing. Expert in cost control and team leadership, successfully reducing food waste while enhancing culinary offerings. Committed to maintaining high food safety standards and delivering exceptional hospitality service.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef

Bowood by Niche
10.2024 - Current
  • Developed innovative menus emphasizing seasonal ingredients and local sourcing.
  • Managed kitchen operations, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Streamlined inventory management processes, reducing waste and optimizing costs.
  • Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
  • Enhanced guest satisfaction ratings by consistently delivering exceptional service in a high-pressure environment.

Chef De Cuisine

21c Museum Hotels
12.2022 - 09.2024
  • Developed seasonal menus emphasizing local ingredients and culinary trends.
  • Implemented cost control measures, reducing food waste and optimizing inventory management.
  • Developed food relationships with purveyors
  • Reconciled vendor accounts
  • Managed operational expenses to align with financial goals of investors


Sous Chef

Brasserie by Niche
11.2020 - 12.2022
  • Created a secondary restaurant operation to improve business and guest satisfaction
  • Supervised kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations and high-quality food preparation.
  • Developed seasonal menus, incorporating local ingredients to enhance culinary offerings.
  • Coordinated inventory management, ensuring availability of essential ingredients and supplies.

Line Cook

Pastaria By Niche
07.2019 - 11.2020
  • Implemented proper food handling techniques to comply with health regulations.
  • Maintained inventory levels by tracking supplies and notifying management of shortages.
  • Adapted quickly to changing orders and special requests while prioritizing tasks effectively.
  • Supported training of new staff on kitchen procedures and safety protocols.

Real Estate Assistant

ND Consulting & Duffe Nuernberger Realty
08.2017 - 09.2018
  • Conducted market analysis to identify emerging trends and investment opportunities
  • Guided clients through real estate transactions, ensuring compliance with local regulations
  • Coordinated lease agreements, conducting thorough tenant screenings to select qualified applicants.
  • Developed budgets for property expenditures, monitoring financial performance against established benchmarks.
  • Collaborated with vendors and contractors to ensure quality services aligned with property management goals.


Property Manager

Gateway Housing First
09.2016 - 08.2017
  • Conducted regular property inspections, identifying areas for improvement and coordinating necessary upgrades.
  • Handled tenant complaints promptly and appropriately, calling in repairmen, and other support services.
  • Completed final move-out walk-throughs with tenants to identify required repairs.
  • Coordinated with maintenance staff to ensure timely completion of repairs, minimizing downtime for tenants and maintaining property aesthetics.
  • Managed multiple properties simultaneously, coordinating efficient allocation of resources and streamlining communication channels to maintain high levels of operational excellence.
  • Processed invoices and ensured timely payment to vendors, maintaining accuracy in financial records.

Education

No Degree - Accounting

University of Missouri Saint Louis
Saint Louis, MO
07-2019

Skills

  • Menu planning
  • Customer service
  • Creative thinking
  • Inventory management
  • Forecasting and planning
  • Customer retention
  • Quality assurance
  • Productivity optimization
  • Vendor sourcing

Timeline

Executive Chef

Bowood by Niche
10.2024 - Current

Chef De Cuisine

21c Museum Hotels
12.2022 - 09.2024

Sous Chef

Brasserie by Niche
11.2020 - 12.2022

Line Cook

Pastaria By Niche
07.2019 - 11.2020

Real Estate Assistant

ND Consulting & Duffe Nuernberger Realty
08.2017 - 09.2018

Property Manager

Gateway Housing First
09.2016 - 08.2017

No Degree - Accounting

University of Missouri Saint Louis

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