RODNEY LEMONS
Washington,DC
Summary
Accomplished Executive Chef with a proven track record at Pushin Plates Cafe LLC, enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative menu development and stringent cost control. Adept at fostering team productivity and negotiating with vendors, I excel in food safety and effective communication. My leadership has consistently delivered high-quality dining experiences, showcasing my ability to multitask and solve problems creatively.
Culinary professional with solid track record in creating exceptional dining experiences and managing high-volume kitchens. Adept at developing innovative menus and ensuring seamless kitchen operations. Known for collaborative approach and adaptability to dynamic environments, consistently delivering high-quality results.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef
Pushin Plates Cafe LLC
09.2023 - Current
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Maintained a safe and sanitary work environment, adhering to health department standards and regulations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating innovative and diverse menus tailored to various dietary needs.
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Developed strong relationships with vendors, negotiating competitive prices on ingredients and supplies.
- Coordinated employee schedules and developed staff teams to boost productivity.
Project Assistant
Faith General Contracting, LLC
07.2020 - 08.2023
- Completed multiple tasks simultaneously to optimize project completion.
- Maintained a high level of accuracy in all project documentation, ensuring consistency and clarity throughout the lifecycle of projects.
- Enhanced team communication by organizing and maintaining accurate documentation of meeting notes, action items, and followups.
- Maintained a well-organized document repository for easy access to vital information during the lifecycle of projects.
- Worked with senior leadership to complete complex projects on time and under-budget.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by providing comprehensive administrative support to the team.
- Handled administrative duties, filing, and errands.
- Assisted project managers in achieving timely completion of projects through diligent monitoring and tracking of deadlines.
Installer
Curtis Equipment Inc.
06.2019 - 07.2020
- Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
- Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
- Installed complete systems at new residential and business construction sites.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate installations.
- Unloaded trucks and safely moved products to limit damage.
- Installed commercial kitchen equipment in place for connections to be made by contractor.
- Hanging/securing of shelving, racking, and other wall or ceiling products.
- Ensuring all work documentation is fully and accurately completed and submitted to project manager.
Executive Sous Chef
George Mason University
07.2016 - 06.2019
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Ordered the food for the Hotspot restaurant
- Put in the work schedule for 39 employees
- Wrote the menu for the hotspot restaurant
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Education
High School Diploma -
Phelps High School
Washington DC06-1988
Skills
- Food safety
- Menu planning
- Cost control
- Menu development
- Excellent Communication skills
- Ability to multi-task
- Critical thinker/ Problem Solver
- Basic Computer Skills
- Team Player and a quick learner
Timeline
Executive Chef
Pushin Plates Cafe LLC
09.2023 - Current
Project Assistant
Faith General Contracting, LLC
07.2020 - 08.2023
Installer
Curtis Equipment Inc.
06.2019 - 07.2020
Executive Sous Chef
George Mason University
07.2016 - 06.2019
High School Diploma -
Phelps High School
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