Joseph Mohamed
Gahanna,OH
Summary
Creative Executive Chef known for developing innovative menus and executing cost control measures. Strong focus on food safety and customer service, leveraging team leadership to enhance kitchen performance and drive operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef
Nordstrom
06.2022 - Current
- Managed kitchen workflow and quality control processes to ensure superior food preparation and visually appealing presentations.
- Executed seasonal menu development alongside culinary team, focusing on improving customer satisfaction through innovative offerings.
- Developed and implemented strategies for cost control, enhancing ingredient efficiency without sacrificing quality.
- Facilitated skill development and teamwork among junior chefs to enhance kitchen performance.
- Implemented cost control measures, optimizing ingredient usage without compromising quality.
- Oversaw inventory management, streamlining ordering processes and reducing waste significantly.
Executive Chef
Intown Golf Club
02.2024 - 10.2025
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Spearheaded kitchen renovations to optimize workflow efficiency without compromising quality or safety standards.
- Designed seasonal menus showcasing fresh local ingredients, supporting sustainable agriculture practices within the community.
- Expanded catering services through strategic marketing efforts, increasing event bookings and revenue streams.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Boosted staff morale and reduced turnover by implementing recognition and rewards system.
Sous Chef
The Canopy By Hilton
03.2019 - 11.2021
- Supervised kitchen staff to ensure compliance with food safety and sanitation standards.
- Developed and refined menu items to enhance culinary offerings and guest satisfaction.
- Coordinated inventory management processes, optimizing supply chain efficiency and minimizing waste.
- Trained new team members on cooking techniques and equipment use, fostering a collaborative environment.
- Collaborated with front-of-house staff to streamline communication and improve overall dining experience.
- Monitored food quality and presentation standards, maintaining consistency across all dishes served.
- Collaborated with executive chef to develop innovative menu items, leading to increased guest return rates and positive reviews.
Executive Sous Chef
The Country Club at Muirfield Village
02.2015 - 10.2019
- Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
- Evaluated food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Modified recipes to accommodate dietary restrictions and allergies.
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Monitored food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Implemented food cost and waste reduction initiatives to save money.
Education
Associate of Science - Culinary Science
Columbus State Community College
Columbus, Ohio, OH06-2014
Skills
- Food safety
- Menu planning
- Cost control
- Menu development
- Hospitality service expertise
- ServSafe certification
- Team leadership
- Inventory control
- Hiring, training, and development
- Kitchen management
- Safe food handling
- Customer service
- Operations management
- Kitchen staff management
- Coaching and mentoring
- Food pairing
- Staff scheduling
- Inventory management
Certification
- Certified [Job Title], [Company Name] - [Timeframe]
- Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]
Timeline
Executive Chef
Intown Golf Club
02.2024 - 10.2025
Executive Chef
Nordstrom
06.2022 - Current
Sous Chef
The Canopy By Hilton
03.2019 - 11.2021
Executive Sous Chef
The Country Club at Muirfield Village
02.2015 - 10.2019
Associate of Science - Culinary Science
Columbus State Community College