Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information
Timeline
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Keith Harrell

Sous Chief
Jessup,MD

Summary

To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

3
3
years of post-secondary education
10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

Lilly's Frosen Shack
Jessup, MD
08.2020 - Current
  • Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Manage bank accounts,
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Principal stakeholder over organization's complete operations to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Capitalized on social media platforms to increase market awareness and recruit sales agents.
  • Enhanced product awareness by taking pictures of new and available product offerings and posting to company's website and media accounts.
  • Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and services and to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
  • Learned and remained updated on statutory requirements and regulations.

Sous Chief

Matthews 1600
Catonsville, MD
04.2015 - Current
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Mentored kitchen staff at all levels to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Oversaw kitchen operations.
  • Developed special menu items to meet all establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.

Sous Chef

Bavarian Brauhaus
Hanover, MD
08.2014 - 04.2015
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Mentored kitchen staff at all levels to prepare each for demanding roles.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
  • Trained and managed kitchen personnel and supervised all related culinary activity.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Developed and organized new kitchen and equipment before business opened.

Head Line Chef

Gunnings Seafood
Hanover, MD
09.2012 - 04.2014
  • Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
  • Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
  • Developed and remained accountable for safety, quality, consistency and adherence to standards.
  • Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
  • Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
  • Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.

Education

No Degree - Restaurant And Culinary Management

Howard Community College
Columbia, MD

High School Diploma -

Meade Senior High
Fort Meade, MD
09.2003 - 06.2006

Skills

Budgeting

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Accomplishments

Small business owner

Additional Information

Adaptable to all environments, eager learner, professional and dedicated

Timeline

Owner/Operator

Lilly's Frosen Shack
08.2020 - Current

Sous Chief

Matthews 1600
04.2015 - Current

Sous Chef

Bavarian Brauhaus
08.2014 - 04.2015

Head Line Chef

Gunnings Seafood
09.2012 - 04.2014

High School Diploma -

Meade Senior High
09.2003 - 06.2006

No Degree - Restaurant And Culinary Management

Howard Community College
Keith HarrellSous Chief