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Kent Brewer

Taneytown,MD

Summary

Experienced Sous Chef with a strong focus on food safety, inventory management, and kitchen operations. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective training and quality control.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Sous Chef

Wegmans Food Markets, Inc
Frederick, MD
04.2013 - Current
  • Emphasized sanitation safety protocols while managing daily kitchen operations.
  • Trained kitchen staff on food preparation and service excellence to boost customer satisfaction.
  • Managed supply ordering and inventory for streamlined kitchen functionality.
  • Ensured all food preparation met high-quality standards and regulatory compliance.
  • Monitored adherence to health regulations related to food handling.

Other Sous Chef positions:

Wegmans Bel Air August 2011- March 2013

Wegmans Leesburg October 2009 - July 2011

Wegmans Fairfax April 2008 – September 2009

Team Leader

Wegmans Food Markets
Mt Laurel, NJ
04.2006 - 03.2008
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring adherence to food safety protocols.
  • Streamlined inventory management and maintained optimal stock levels for operational efficiency.
  • Collaborated with management on employee scheduling and task assignments.

Cook II

Wegmans Food Markets
Dulles, Virginia
02.2004 - 03.2006
  • Ensured consistency in food quality and presentation through precise recipe adherence.
  • Teamed with colleagues to prepare dishes efficiently, consistently achieving high customer satisfaction rates.
  • Conducted training sessions for new staff on kitchen protocols and safety measures, fostering a safe and compliant work environment.

Line Supervisor

Tuscarora Mill
Leesburg, Virginia
05.2001 - 02.2004

Line Cook

Tuscarora Mill
Leesburg, Virginia
05.2001 - 01.2004
  • Prepared ingredients following recipes and established cooking standards.
  • Operated kitchen equipment, ensuring proper use and safety protocols.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain an efficient kitchen workflow.

Education

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Culinary Institute of America
Hyde Park, NY
03-2001

Skills

  • food safety
  • inventory management
  • kitchen operations
  • culinary techniques
  • customer satisfaction
  • effective communication

Timeline

Sous Chef

Wegmans Food Markets, Inc
04.2013 - Current

Team Leader

Wegmans Food Markets
04.2006 - 03.2008

Cook II

Wegmans Food Markets
02.2004 - 03.2006

Line Supervisor

Tuscarora Mill
05.2001 - 02.2004

Line Cook

Tuscarora Mill
05.2001 - 01.2004

Associate of Arts - Culinary Arts

Culinary Institute of America
Kent Brewer