Joseph Odonnell
Penngrove,CA
Summary
Hardworking and reliable chef with with a lot of passion for constantly learning and improving. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Chef/Partner
Searedpetaluma
Petaluma
09.2013 - Current
- Developed menus and recipes for seasonal offerings while maintaining a focus on fresh, local ingredients.
- Organized and oversaw kitchen staff to ensure efficient operation of the restaurant.
- Managed daily operations of the business including budgeting, forecasting, financial analysis, staffing, and customer service.
GM
McNears
Petaluma, CA
01.2008 - 09.2013
- Established performance standards and objectives for departmental personnel in order to ensure organizational goals were met.
- Managed staff recruitment and training, ensuring all employees were informed of company policies and procedures.
Chef
Bob's Hole In The Wall
Roatan, Honduras
01.2006 - 02.2007
- Ran a small two man kitchen on a Island off the coast of Honduras. Worked with local fisherman, farmers to have a very small seasonal/local menu.
Chef
Olema Farmhouse
Olema, CA
01.2004 - 10.2005
- Ran a small seasonal Coastal kitchen. Focused on local seafood, farmers and ranchers in the area.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
New York, NY08-2002
Skills
- Kitchen Management
- Budgeting and cost control
- Performance Assessments
- Banquets and catering
- Team Management
- Professional Networking
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Chef/Partner
Searedpetaluma
09.2013 - Current
GM
McNears
01.2008 - 09.2013
Chef
Bob's Hole In The Wall
01.2006 - 02.2007
Chef
Olema Farmhouse
01.2004 - 10.2005
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu