Kevin Hames
Crest Line ,CA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level chef position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Detail-oriented chef with 38 years of Food service experience. Expert in restaurant industry protocols with proven history of leading shifts with excellent guidance and employee leadership. Trained in all aspects of kitchen work and committed to punctuality.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner Operator
The Aweful Waffle
Azuza, CA
06.2009 - 06.2019
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Optimized team hiring, training and performance.
Executive Sous Chef
Lake Arrowhead Sports Grill
Lake Arrowhead , CA
02.2008 - 12.2009
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation and safety processes.
- Initiated training for new team members on culinary techniques to improve productivity and increase kitchen workflows.
Banquet Captain
Lake Arrowhead Resort And Spa
Lake Arrowhead, CA
01.2006 - 02.2008
- Oversaw timeliness and quality of food delivery at high-volume events.
- Delegated tasks to staff members to maximize production under tight deadlines.
- Coordinated weddings, reunions, and corporate meetings throughout banquet and conference spaces.
Executive Sous Chef
Abbruzzis
Arcata, CA
04.1999 - 08.2005
- Oversaw business operations, inventory control, and customer service for restaurant.
- Estimated food consumption and requisitioned food, selected and developed recipes, standardized production recipes for consistent quality and established presentation technique.
- Planned promotional menu additions based on seasonal pricing and product availability.
Education
None - Culinary Arts/hotel Management
Johnson Country Culinary Institute
Topeka Kansas01.1995
Diploma - Art
Rubidoux High School
Riverside, CA06.1989
Skills
- Leadership and People Development
- Industry Expertise
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Labor Relations
Timeline
Owner Operator
The Aweful Waffle
06.2009 - 06.2019
Executive Sous Chef
Lake Arrowhead Sports Grill
02.2008 - 12.2009
Banquet Captain
Lake Arrowhead Resort And Spa
01.2006 - 02.2008
Executive Sous Chef
Abbruzzis
04.1999 - 08.2005
None - Culinary Arts/hotel Management
Johnson Country Culinary Institute
Diploma - Art
Rubidoux High School
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