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Kenneth Meister

Hamill

Summary

Dynamic Executive Chef with a proven track record at Angelo's Trattoria, specializing in menu development and food safety. Expert in cost control and streamlining kitchen operations, enhancing efficiency and guest satisfaction. Adept at training and mentoring staff, fostering a collaborative team environment while maintaining high culinary standards.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Chef

Angelo's Trattoria
01.2019 - Current
  • Directed kitchen operations, ensuring optimal food quality and presentation standards.
  • Developed and implemented seasonal menus, enhancing culinary offerings and guest satisfaction.
  • Trained and mentored kitchen staff, fostering skill development and team cohesion.
  • Streamlined food preparation workflows, improving efficiency and reducing waste in kitchen operations.

Executive Chef

Spigola Restaurant
06.2013 - 10.2018
  • Led culinary team in menu development, ensuring seasonal ingredient utilization and innovative presentation.
  • Streamlined kitchen operations, enhancing workflow efficiency and reducing food waste through effective inventory management.
  • Trained and mentored junior chefs, fostering skill development and promoting adherence to safety standards.
  • Developed standard operating procedures for food preparation, ensuring consistency in quality and taste across all dishes.

Executive Sous Chef

Alchemist & Barister
09.1994 - 07.2014
  • Assisted in food preparation and presentation, ensuring quality standards met.
  • Learned kitchen safety protocols to maintain a secure working environment.
  • Supported inventory management by tracking supplies and reporting shortages.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline kitchen operations for efficiency.

Education

High School Diploma -

Nottingham
Hamilton, NJ

Skills

  • Food safety
  • Menu planning
  • Cost control
  • Menu development

Timeline

Executive Chef

Angelo's Trattoria
01.2019 - Current

Executive Chef

Spigola Restaurant
06.2013 - 10.2018

Executive Sous Chef

Alchemist & Barister
09.1994 - 07.2014

High School Diploma -

Nottingham
Kenneth Meister