Dynamic kitchen professional with extensive management and customer service expertise. Proven track record in leading kitchen operations, training staff in food safety, and enhancing community engagement through culinary initiatives.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Kitchen Manager
MN Adult and Teen Challenge
Minneapolis
03.2025 - Current
Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
Managed daily kitchen operations and staff schedules efficiently.
Trained kitchen staff on food handling and preparation techniques.
BANQUET CHEF
MILLENNIUM HOTEL
Mpls
06.2015 - 01.2017
HEAD PM CHEF
EARL BROWN GRILLE and CAFÉ
Brooklyn Center
01.2011 - 01.2015
BANQUET CHEF
Le MERIDIAN/ GRAVES 601 HOTEL
Mpls
01.2007 - 01.2011
SOUS CHEF
BOBINO CAFÉ and WINE BAR
01.2004 - 01.2008
LINE COOK PREP COOK AND PASTRY ASSISTANT
ZELO
Mpls
Ordering all proteins and local vegetables, writing daily specials and schedules.
LINE COOK PREP COOK AND PASTRY ASSISTANT
NEW FRENCH CAFÉ
Mpls
Bread baker and pastry chef/ sous chef responsible for all kitchen duties.
LINE COOK PREP COOK AND PASTRY ASSISTANT
PIG ATE MY PIZZA
Robbinsdale
Butchering, dough maker and cold line sous chef for nightly specials.
Education
Professional Development Training -
Twin Cities R!SE
Minneapolis, MN
08-2023
Associates of Applied Science - Culinary Arts
Arts Institute International Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN
05-2001
Skills
Staff management
Food safety compliance
Menu development
Inventory control
Culinary techniques
Customer relationship management
Time management
ServSafe certification
Volunteer Experience
Camp Cook, Courage Centers Minnesota, Robbinsdale, Minnesota, Assisted Living Facility.
Professional Interests
Guide and mentor members of the community to establish good housing resources.
Aide in elementary reading and math skill development K-4.