Kelin Disla
Little Falls,NJ
Summary
Accomplished Corporate Executive Chef with a proven track record at Fox Corporation, enhancing dining experiences through culinary expertise and innovative recipe development. Excelled in food safety compliance and sanitation standards, significantly improving kitchen efficiency. Skilled in mentoring staff and forging strong supplier relationships, demonstrating leadership and a keen eye for quality.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Corporate Executive Chef
Fox Corporation
New York, NY
10.1996 - Current
- Develop and execute menus and food preparation, implementing rigorous food safety protocols to maintain compliance with industry standards and regulations.
- Handle and stored food to eliminate illness and prevent cross-contamination.
- Train and mentored new staff members in kitchen safety, sanitation and cooking techniques.
- Developed close relationships with suppliers to source best ingredients.
- Monitor food production to verify quality and consistency.
- Evaluate food products to verify freshness and quality.
- Develop new recipes and flavor combinations to enhance customer dining experience.
- Schedule and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Inventori food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Obtain fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs.
Line Cook
Restaurant Associates
New York, NY
09.1989 - 09.1996
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe working environment, adhering to health and safety guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Adapted quickly to new recipes and techniques, demonstrating versatility and eagerness to learn from colleagues.
Education
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Arts Institute of New York City
New York, NY09.1999
Associate of Applied Science - Audio Visual Technology
Bronx Community College
The Bronx, NY08.1995
Skills
- Sanitation Standards
- Nutritional knowledge
- Food Safety Compliance
- Culinary expertise
- Fine dining experience
- Hygiene Policy Implementation
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Italian
Limited Working
Portuguese
Limited Working
Timeline
Corporate Executive Chef
Fox Corporation
10.1996 - Current
Line Cook
Restaurant Associates
09.1989 - 09.1996
Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts
The Arts Institute of New York City
Associate of Applied Science - Audio Visual Technology
Bronx Community College