Kerstin Head
Jacksonville Beach
Summary
As an operator of Chago’s Cantina in Nashville, TN I have accumulated over 11 years of managerial and leadership experience. During this time I also founded Fotobar, a 1969 VW bus turned bar/photobooth, alongside creating a sister concept to Chago’s, Nashville Tamale Co. I have the proven ability to work as a team as well as individually. I possess excellent cooking skills, menu planning abilities and strong leadership qualities. I am a calm, pleasant, helpful and hardworking individual. I am creative and passionate about the work I do wether it be for a group of adults or a class of children. I currently reside in Jacksonville Beach, Fl with my husband and two children.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Chef
JAX Cooking Studio
10.2023 - 05.2024
- Lead my team in demonstrated classes for both public and private events.
- Taught alongside my colleagues, the children series classes as well as spring break classes for ages 5-16 years. Classes ranged from 20-34 students. During these classes I would demonstrate and assist with up to four recipes. At this time the importance of kitchen and equipment safety was also implemented.
Owner and Founder
Nashville Tamale Company
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Managed orders, social media content, created recipes and menus, prepared orders, set up events and deliveries
Owner, Manager
Chago’s Cantina
01.2011 - 01.2022
- Managed aspects of the restaurant such as day to day operations, handling money, maintaining inventory, FOH, BOH, hiring employees, creating schedules, training, ensuring all staff meets food safety and health regulations, menu editing, social media content creator, emotional and team building capabilities
- I also worked in catering sales and organization, planning, staffing, and managing catered events
Owner and Founder
Fotobar
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Advertising, social media and booking
- Converted and operated a 1969 VW bus turned photobooth and bar for private and corporate events
Education
Trigg County High
Certification in ITPR, PSPR, SAPR, SNP,UDAP
DCF Training
04-2025
Timeline
Lead Chef
JAX Cooking Studio
10.2023 - 05.2024
Owner and Founder
Nashville Tamale Company
01.2020 - 01.2022
Owner and Founder
Fotobar
01.2017 - 01.2020
Owner, Manager
Chago’s Cantina
01.2011 - 01.2022
Trigg County High
Certification in ITPR, PSPR, SAPR, SNP,UDAP
DCF Training
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