Justin Lewis
Rochester,New York
Summary
Dedicated Team Leader with expertise in quality assurance initiatives, issue resolution and interpersonal communication. Proficient with project management, personnel training and production scheduling. Sets example for work ethic, punctuality and quality.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sous Chef
Okay Beer Co
Honeoye Falls, NY
05.2023 - Current
- Ensured food preparation and presentation met high standards of quality and sanitation.
- Assisted in menu development and recipe testing.
- Coordinated ordering, receiving, storage, and distribution of food items.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Developed daily specials utilizing seasonal ingredients.
- Trained new hires in proper cooking techniques and recipes.
- Supervised cooks and other kitchen personnel during meal services.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Plated food according to restaurant artistic guidelines to promote attractive presentation.
- Monitored food products, driving quality, freshness and integrity.
- Conducted frequent line checks to keep food at proper temperatures in holding zones.
- Liaised closely with kitchen and front-of-house personnel.
Kitchen Manager/Cook
Nashville Hot Chicken
Victor, NY
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
- Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
- Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
- Helped create weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
- Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
- Supervised food production processes ensuring high quality standards were met throughout each stage of preparation.
Independent Contractor
Self Employed Services
Rochester, NY
04.2020 - 10.2022
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Operated power washing equipment to clean hard surfaces such as driveways, sidewalks, house siding, decks, roofs and gutters.
- Provided detailed estimates for window cleaning services for clients.
- Identified potential issues or risks that could impact the successful completion of projects.
Manager/ Line Cook
The Cottage Hotel of Mendon
Mendon, NY
01.2014 - 03.2020
- Directed recruitment, hiring, and training of new staff members.
- Managed inventory levels to meet demand without overstocking, reducing waste.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
Education
High School Regents Diploma -
Honeoye Falls – Lima CSD
Honeoye Falls, NYSkills
- Computer Skills: Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Social Networking
- 11 years of experience in the service industry
- Customer Relations
- Scheduling
- Food Safety
- Menu preparation
- Sanitation Standards
- Staff Training
- Planning and execution
- Project Management
- Cost Control
- Inventory Management
- Positive and professional
- Detail Oriented
References
References furnished upon request
Certification
- Serve-Safe
Timeline
Sous Chef
Okay Beer Co
05.2023 - Current
Kitchen Manager/Cook
Nashville Hot Chicken
10.2022 - 05.2023
Independent Contractor
Self Employed Services
04.2020 - 10.2022
Manager/ Line Cook
The Cottage Hotel of Mendon
01.2014 - 03.2020
High School Regents Diploma -
Honeoye Falls – Lima CSD