Justin Heim
Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Dynamic culinary professional with extensive experience at high-end steakhouses, excelling in high-quality food preparation and menu development. Proven expertise in all cooking techniques and plating, and mastery of proteins. Recognized for reducing food waste, upholding proper food safety practices and training staff to meet expectations.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Specialty Cook-Steakhouse
Boyd Gaming
Las Vegas, NV
02.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with other chefs to create a cohesive and diverse dining experience, resulting in increased customer retention.
- Boosted restaurant revenue by expertly crafting visually appealing and delicious daily specials for featured promotions.
- Ensured compliance with food safety standards by diligently monitoring ingredient quality and storage conditions.
Warehouse Associate -PIT Operator
Amazon
Las Vegas, NV
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Consistently exceeded productivity expectations, top 91st percentile and often ranked in the top 3 daily.
Specialty Cook - Italian and Steakhouse
Station Casinos
Las Vegas
06.2017 - 08.2023
- Contributed to successful catering events by skillfully executing large-scale meal production within tight deadlines.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently preparing high-quality specialty dishes according to established recipes.
- Streamlined kitchen operations by implementing efficient cooking techniques and time-saving strategies.
- Enhanced overall dining experience by providing exceptional service when interacting with guests during special chef table events.
Lead Broiler Cook
Harlo Steakhouse & Bar
Summerlin, NV
10.2021 - 09.2022
- Demonstrated exceptional time-management skills by juggling multiple orders simultaneously while maintaining attention to detail.
- Reduced food waste by accurately portioning ingredients and monitoring inventory levels for freshness.
- Assisted in training new staff members on broiler station procedures, ensuring continuity of quality across shifts.
- Developed mastery over multiple broiler station tasks, allowing for seamless coverage during absences or high-demand situations.
Kitchen Supervisor
IHG Hotels & Resorts
Denver, CO
05.2016 - 02.2017
- Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift.
- Trained new team members on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and company standards.
- Controlled food costs and managed inventory.
- Monitored food preparation, production, and plating for quality control.
Education
Certificate Of Technical Studies - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu
Portland10.2013
Skills
- High attention to detail
- Food pairings
- Classic knife skills
- Ingredient knowledge
- Cooking techniques
- Sanitation standards
- Food presentation
- Culinary expertise
- Menu development
- Sauce preparation
- Food safety practices
- Recipe creation
- Portion control
- Allergy awareness
- Cost control
- Plays Guitar
- Plays Piano
- Sings
- Loves to teach
Certification
Food handlers card
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Warehouse Associate -PIT Operator
Amazon
09.2024 - 12.2024
Specialty Cook-Steakhouse
Boyd Gaming
02.2024 - Current
Lead Broiler Cook
Harlo Steakhouse & Bar
10.2021 - 09.2022
Specialty Cook - Italian and Steakhouse
Station Casinos
06.2017 - 08.2023
Kitchen Supervisor
IHG Hotels & Resorts
05.2016 - 02.2017
Certificate Of Technical Studies - Culinary Arts
Le Cordon Bleu