Jordan Torrey
Marysville,WA
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with proven expertise as a Sous Chef at Ljs Bistro and Bar, excelling in team leadership and innovative menu planning. Successfully reduced food waste through effective inventory management while enhancing guest satisfaction with meticulously presented dishes. Committed to fostering a collaborative kitchen environment and training staff to achieve high standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Sous Chef
Ljs Bistro and Bar
05.2021 - Current
- Managed food preparation tasks during high-volume service periods, ensuring all orders were executed in a timely manner without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
- Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Managed inventory levels effectively, resulting in reduced food waste and cost savings for the establishment.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
- Mentored junior kitchen staff, fostering a collaborative work environment that improved overall team performance.
Sauté Cook
Anthony’s Homeport
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Prepared sauces and garnishes to complement sauteed menu items.
- Set up and maintained saute station to facilitate kitchen operations.
- Liaised with sous chef throughout shift to obtain food prep and kitchen management instructions.
- Performed thorough quality checks of food plating and presentation.
- Sauteed and seasoned meats, pastas and vegetables to customer taste preference.
Education
Cullinary
Skagit Valley College
Mount Vernon, WAHigh School Diploma -
Seder Woolley HighSchool
Sedro-Woolley, WA07.2015
Skills
- Team leadership
- Kitchen leadership
- Food safety
- Inventory management
- Food presentation
- Menu planning
- Food preparation
- Knife skills
- Staff training
Timeline
Sous Chef
Ljs Bistro and Bar
05.2021 - Current
Sauté Cook
Anthony’s Homeport
05.2018 - 05.2021
Cullinary
Skagit Valley College
High School Diploma -
Seder Woolley HighSchool
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