Jovelyn Burgess
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Cape Coral,Lee
Summary
Seasoned Sous Chef specializing in asean cuisine. Successful 20 year record in high-volume kitchens. Career achievements working with head chefs and kitchen staff to meet high standards for taste, presentation and service.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Sous Chef
Westin Hotel
Cape Coral, Lee
- Assisted with menu development and planning.
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
Sushi Maker
Super Target Store
Cape Coral, Lee
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Pleasantly welcomed patrons entering sushi bar, offering to explain menu options.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Educated guests on different types of fish and shellfish to aid decision-making on sushi orders.
Kitchen Supervisor
Troon Golf
Bonita Springs, FL
10.2020 - Current
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Directed activities of team of skilled kitchen workers preparing and serving meals.
- Coordinated kitchen activities with front-of-house staff for seamless and service.
Line Cook
Grand Hyatt Hotel
Boneta Springs, Lee
04.2016 - 08.2023
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items such as meats, poultry, and fish for frying purposes.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Wrapped up and stored unused food in appropriate containers and placed in refrigerator to avoid spoilage.
- Checked food temperature regularly to verify proper cooking and safety.
Sushi Chef
Columbus Hospitality Management
Sanibel Island, FL
09.2019 - 03.2023
- Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Pleasantly welcomed patrons entering sushi bar, offering to explain menu options.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
- Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
- Developed new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Prepared high-quality seafood, rice and ingredients for sushi.
Education
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07.2001 - 05.2001
Skills
Plating
Safe handling
Baking and broiling skills
Food plating and presentation
Sanitation guidelines
Food inventories
Workflow Optimization
Additional Information
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gardening
On my days off I spend my time on my garden. I grow my own herds and vegetables.
Timeline
Kitchen Supervisor
Troon Golf
10.2020 - Current
Sushi Chef
Columbus Hospitality Management
09.2019 - 03.2023
Line Cook
Grand Hyatt Hotel
04.2016 - 08.2023
13Emp Id - undefined
07.2001 - 05.2001
Banquet Sous Chef
Westin Hotel
Sushi Maker
Super Target Store
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