Kira Uzzle
Charlotte,NC
Summary
Seasoned Chef with robust background in culinary arts. Demonstrated experience in menu development, food preparation, and kitchen management. Strengths include innovative recipe creation, staff training and development, and maintaining high quality standards. Previous work has focused on enhancing customer satisfaction through culinary excellence and efficient service delivery.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chef
Disney
Orlando, FL
08.2024 - Current
- Ensured compliance with all health, safety and hygiene regulations within the kitchen area.
- Prepared high-quality dishes according to established recipes.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to sanitation policies and procedures.
- Engaged guests and answered questions about menu items, providing recommendations and allergy information as requested.
Line Cook
Cheesecake Factory Inc
Richmond, VA
04.2024 - 10.2024
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Organized the storage area to ensure that all necessary items were readily accessible.
- Checked temperatures of ovens, grills, stoves, fryers. regularly throughout shift.
- Carried out additional duties assigned by head chef or sous chef as needed.
Sous Chef
The Park RVA
Richmond, VA
11.2021 - 03.2024
- Established standard procedures for plating presentations.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with line cooks while providing constructive feedback where necessary.
- Collaborated with Executive Chef to create innovative dishes for special events.
- Directed kitchen staff in day-to-day operations including food production, sanitation, safety practices, and personnel management.
- Managed kitchen-related activities and staff, including hiring, scheduling, and performance improvement.
Grill/Sauté Line Cook
The Boat House
Richmond, VA
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Labeled containers correctly with name of item, date, weight. prior to storage in refrigerator or freezer units.
- Identified potential problems related to food preparations and took corrective action accordingly.
- Communicated with other line cooks regarding daily specials and menu changes.
- Prepared and cooked food according to recipes, using various kitchen utensils and equipment.
Banquet Cook
Kiawah Island
Charleston, SC
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Monitored quality control standards for all prepared foods throughout service periods.
- Organized buffet tables by setting up decoration pieces while ensuring that food is attractively presented.
- Communicated effectively with banquet staff regarding orders placed by guests during events.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Culinary Arts/ Food Service Managment
Johnson & Wales University
Charlotte, NC12-2022
Skills
- Menu development
- Purchasing
- Schedule implementation
- Hospitality service expertise
- Banquets and catering
Certification
- Serv Safe
Timeline
Chef
Disney
08.2024 - Current
Line Cook
Cheesecake Factory Inc
04.2024 - 10.2024
Grill/Sauté Line Cook
The Boat House
03.2022 - 11.2022
Sous Chef
The Park RVA
11.2021 - 03.2024
Banquet Cook
Kiawah Island
03.2021 - 03.2022
- Serv Safe
Bachelor of Science - Culinary Arts/ Food Service Managment
Johnson & Wales University
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