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Overview
Work History
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Accomplishments
Certification
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Justin Stoddard

Seymour,CT

Summary

Hardworking and enthusiastic Chef trained in every facet of successful work. Stays on top of current and expected demands, quickly realigning tasks to handle needs. Dedicated to first-rate communication and team success. Customer-oriented General Manager with 10 years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

General Manager of Food Service

Chabot Hospitality
05.2017 - 08.2023
  • Prepared weekly schedules and assigned tasks to staff to maintain organized shift and smooth operations.
  • Controlled labor hours and inventory costs through hands-on management and proactive changes.
  • Addressed and resolved customer service issues to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
  • Oversaw balancing of cash registers, reconciled transactions, and deposited establishment's earnings to bank.
  • Tracked food production levels, meal counts, and supply costs.
  • Trained and supervised new staff to enhance customer service skills and comply with food safety standards.
  • Oversaw training of more than 25 team members.
  • Collaborated with other departments to coordinate events and promotions.
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
  • Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
  • Implemented effective inventory control systems to reduce food spoilage and waste.

Sous Chef

Glenn Ellen Country Club
03.2014 - 12.2016
    • Worked running pub, all functions, pool snack shack, helped with inventory, put orders away, helped with ordering, trained staff, cleaned all kitchens, specials daily
    • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality
    • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment
    • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets
    • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers
    • Worked closely with front-of-house staff to facilitate excellent customer service
    • Trained and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques

Sous Chef

Leicester Country Club
01.2012 - 04.2014
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.

Lead Cook

Beechwood Hotel
05.2005 - 06.2011
  • Supervised line cooks to monitor food safety and order accuracy.
  • Delegated jobs within kitchen depending on restaurant traffic and employee skill.
  • Taught kitchen staff safety protocols and restaurant standards.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Coordinated line cook break schedules to avoid delays during busy periods and maintain adequate coverage.
  • Prepared ingredients ahead of time to promote efficiency in dish garnishing.

Lead Cook

Blue On The Ocean
01.2001 - 04.2005
  • Executed various kitchen stations and assisted with, meat, fish, saute or pantry, Developed popular daily specials with personally sourced ingredients for broiler and saute stations, Instructed cooks and other workers in preparation, cooking, garnishing, and presentation of food, Placed food servings on plates and trays according to orders or instructions, Planned and prepared food for parties, holiday meals, luncheons, special functions, and other social events

Cook

Sole Proprietor
05.1997 - 01.2000
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
  • Mentored kitchen staff to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.

Cook

The Boynton
02.1994 - 04.1997
  • Checked quantity and quality of received products, Cleaned and maintained beverage area, display cases, equipment, and order transaction area, Cleaned and prepared various foods for cooking or serving, Managed food and produce receiving process with 100% accuracy.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines
  • Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience

Skills

  • Maintenance Plate presentation Ability
  • Team-oriented Interviewing and training ability
  • Safety Assurance
  • Event Management
  • Startups and Acquisitions
  • Purchasing and Planning
  • Staffing
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Staff Development
  • Employee Scheduling
  • Labor Cost Controls
  • Safety Protocols
  • Customer Experience

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 30 staff members.
  • Promoted to General Manager after 4 years with the company.
  • Designed new menu, including meal selections, beverages and pricing.

Certification

Servesafe

Timeline

General Manager of Food Service

Chabot Hospitality
05.2017 - 08.2023

Sous Chef

Glenn Ellen Country Club
03.2014 - 12.2016

Sous Chef

Leicester Country Club
01.2012 - 04.2014

Lead Cook

Beechwood Hotel
05.2005 - 06.2011

Lead Cook

Blue On The Ocean
01.2001 - 04.2005

Cook

Sole Proprietor
05.1997 - 01.2000

Cook

The Boynton
02.1994 - 04.1997

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