Kevin Baker
Fayetteville,AR
Summary
Talented Executive Chef/Sous Chef with a proven track record at Greek House Chefs, enhancing customer satisfaction through innovative menus and strict adherence to health standards. Excelled in cost control, staff management, and creating a collaborative environment. Demonstrates creative thinking and a strong work ethic, significantly boosting kitchen performance and efficiency.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Chef/Sous Chef
Greek House Chefs
03.2019 - 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 sorority house.
- Scheduled and received food and beverage deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Collaborated with other Executive Chefs within the company network to share best practices and develop new menu items.
- Maximized profitability by effectively managing food costs through portion control and minimizing waste.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
Kitchen Manager
Woodstone Craft Pizza, Greenhouse Grille
12.2014 - 03.2019
- Delegated food preparation duties down to cooks and followed up with cooks to verify proper preparation and production of meals.
- Achieved rapid ticket times during peak service hours by effectively managing workflow distribution across various stations.
- Created and deployed successful strategies to boost restaurant performance, streamline food prep processes and reduce waste.
- Fostered a collaborative working environment among diverse teams of chefs, line cooks, prep cooks, dishwashers, and other support staff.
- Facilitated special event catering coordination, ensuring timely preparation of high-quality dishes while adhering to client specifications.
- Resolved conflicts within kitchen team promptly, maintaining positive and productive work environment.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Managed staff schedules and maintained adequate coverage for all shifts.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Southwestern Oregon Community College
Coos Bay, OR06.2008
Skills
- Food Safety
- Cost Control and Budgeting
- Menu Planning
- Food Prep Planning
- Catering and Events
- Creative Thinking
- Strong Work Ethic
- Inventory Management
- Staff Management
Timeline
Executive Chef/Sous Chef
Greek House Chefs
03.2019 - Current
Kitchen Manager
Woodstone Craft Pizza, Greenhouse Grille
12.2014 - 03.2019
Associate of Arts -
Southwestern Oregon Community College
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