Darryl Borden
Chelsea,AL
Summary
Customer-oriented General Manager with Executive Chef experience, over 35 years of experience
focused on increasing production and minimizing downtime. Adaptive and deadline-oriented with
capacity to execute and complete multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and
strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef/General Manager
Parkcrest Event Facility
02.2016 - 07.2024
- Managed all aspects of daily business operations including budgeting, staffing, scheduling, inventory control, customer service and sales.
Director of Food and Beverage
About Thyme Catering
08.2006 - 10.2015
- Managed food service sales, costs and budget administration to keep operations in line with financial targets.
Owner/Operator
The Canteen
01.1993 - 12.2006
- Evaluated staff job performance, rewarded excellent work and issued disciplinary action when appropriate.
Owner/Chef/Manager
Bombay Corporation
02.1987 - 06.2006
- Developed, planned and executed all aspects of Bombay Cafe, a white tablecloth restaurant for close to 20 years to include design, menu concept, hiring, licensing and management.
Owner/Operator
Bombay catering Company
07.1991 - 05.2005
Owner/Operator
The Bombay Pub
01.1991 - 01.1991
Education
2 years in Food Science -
Pensacola State College
Pensacola, FLHigh School Diploma -
Choctawhatchee Senior High School
Fort Walton Beach, FLSkills
- Inventory control
- Budgeting
- Restaurant management
- Labor cost analysis
- Food service
- Analysis skills
- Catering
- Continuous improvement
- Banquet Experience
- Employee evaluation
- Operating systems
- Fine dining experience
- Kitchen Management Experience
- Hotel experience
- Financial acumen
- Project management
- Customer service
- Culinary experience
- Pricing
- Organizational skills
- Profit & Loss
- Training & development
- Restaurant experience
- Kitchen experience
- Sales
- Cooking
- Food Safety
- Menu Planning
- Cost Control
- Menu development
Certification
- ServSafe Managers Course July 2023 to February 2027
- Food Handler Certification
- Driver's License
- HACCP Certification Auburn University
Additional Information
Executive Chef Darryl Borden
Park Crest is thrilled to have Darryl Borden as our in-house caterer. With over 30-years of experience in the food and catering business, he has successfully opened and managed restaurants throughout the state. Mostly known for opening Birmingham’s award-winning Bombay Café, he has climbed the culinary ladder tackling The Pub, The Canteen, The Veranda, About Thyme Catering, and Gourmet Express where he distributed handmade foods to upscale grocery stores and delis for nearly seven years. Darryl is regarded as one of the most sought-after chefs in Birmingham. His unsurpassed quality of food and passion for the business has even brought him to the sports forefront! He has executed events for over 2,000 guests at Bryant Denny Stadium, Coleman Coliseum, and several sponsored golf tournaments. He has also worked as personal chef for Alabama’s head football coach, Nick Saban, allowing him to prepare his specialties to recruits, coaches, and the team. With his well-rounded experience in weddings, social and corporate functions, he knows how to deliver a successful event based on the client’s needs. He not only provides excellent service to each and every client, but his culinary skills will be the ‘cherry on top’ to your Park Crest event
Timeline
Executive Chef/General Manager
Parkcrest Event Facility
02.2016 - 07.2024
Director of Food and Beverage
About Thyme Catering
08.2006 - 10.2015
Owner/Operator
The Canteen
01.1993 - 12.2006
Owner/Operator
Bombay catering Company
07.1991 - 05.2005
Owner/Operator
The Bombay Pub
01.1991 - 01.1991
Owner/Chef/Manager
Bombay Corporation
02.1987 - 06.2006
2 years in Food Science -
Pensacola State College
High School Diploma -
Choctawhatchee Senior High School
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