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Overview
Work History
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Joshua Gaskey

Hilton Head Island,SC

Summary

Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience as a chef, excelling in menu development and food quality management. Proven ability to optimize kitchen operations and reduce costs through effective inventory management. Strong communication skills and a commitment to food safety ensure exceptional dining experiences.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Chef

Nicks Steak and Seafood
09.2021 - Current
  • Work and manage all kitchen duties
  • Prep all products and specials daily
  • Product ordering and maintenance

• run and manage all line duties and staff

Sous Chef

SERG/ Wiseguys/ Black Marlin
09.2019 - 09.2021
  • 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.

Chef/ Kitchen Manager

Salty Dog Eatery
06.2016 - 10.2019
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
  • Checked freezer and refrigerator prior to each shift to verify correct temperatures.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Handled and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.

Head Chef

City Tavern
01.2014 - 05.2015
  • Managed food costs effectively with careful menu planning, accurate portion control, and utilization of seasonal ingredients.
  • Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
  • Developed strong vendor relationships to secure fresh, quality ingredients at competitive prices while supporting local businesses whenever possible.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.

Skills

  • Food safety and sanitation
  • Customer service
  • Knife skills
  • Cooking techniques
  • Food quality
  • Kitchen management
  • Food presentation
  • Meal preparation
  • Attention to detail
  • Effective communications
  • Kitchen operations
  • Team collaboration
  • Grilling techniques
  • Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
  • Ingredient knowledge
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Frying techniques
  • Kitchen equipment operation
  • Recipes and menu planning
  • Food plating and presentation
  • Allergen awareness
  • Sauce preparation
  • Sanitation guidelines
  • Food pairing
  • Plating techniques
  • Recipe creation
  • Inventory management
  • Sanitation practices
  • Workflow optimization
  • Menu development
  • Portion and cost control
  • Recipe development
  • Menu planning

Certification

Serv Safe certification

Timeline

Chef

Nicks Steak and Seafood
09.2021 - Current

Sous Chef

SERG/ Wiseguys/ Black Marlin
09.2019 - 09.2021

Chef/ Kitchen Manager

Salty Dog Eatery
06.2016 - 10.2019

Head Chef

City Tavern
01.2014 - 05.2015
Joshua Gaskey