Energetic kitchen professional with excellent leadership and organizational skills. Focused on increasing team productivity while meeting exacting standards for presentation and taste. Accomplished multi-tasker with disciplined approach.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Banquet Sous Chef
JW Marriott Desert Ridge
01.2023 - Current
Assisted in budget management by monitoring banquet food costs closely, identifying areas for potential savings without compromising quality.
Made over 80 million in banquet revenue for the year 2024.
Supervised over 25 kitchen staff both in restaurant and for catering work.
Wrote up production sheets for events, and ordered product based on size of event.
Enhanced guest satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality banquet dishes and ensuring timely service.
Executive Chef
Morrison Healthcare
09.2022 - 01.2023
Oversaw scheduling, inventory management and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen.
Disciplined and dedicated to meeting high-quality standards.
Monitored and controlled overhead and production costs with responsibility for profit and loss.
Inspected kitchens to observe food preparation quality and service, food appearance and cleanliness of production and service areas.
Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
Developed full, tasting and special events menus to meet establishment needs and maintain strong customer levels.
Sous Chef
CIVANA Wellness Resort
12.2020 - 09.2022
Sous Chef
Meritage An Urban Tavern
05.2019 - 03.2020
Lead Line Cook
Meritage An Urban Tavern
04.2018 - 05.2019
Lead Line Cook
Stonegrill @ JW Marriott Desert Ridge
11.2016 - 04.2018
Line Cook
Just A Splash Bar & Grill
04.2015 - 01.2016
Education
High School Diploma -
Pinnacle High School
Phoenix, AZ
05.2009
Skills
Kitchen leadership
Team management
Recipes and menu planning
Inventory controls
High-Volume Dining
Kitchen equipment operation and maintenance
Kitchen Staff Coordination
Safe handling
Sanitation standards
Affiliations
Chef de Cuisine Dejan Djukic
Chef de Cuisine Scott Winegard
Timeline
Banquet Sous Chef
JW Marriott Desert Ridge
01.2023 - Current
Executive Chef
Morrison Healthcare
09.2022 - 01.2023
Sous Chef
CIVANA Wellness Resort
12.2020 - 09.2022
Sous Chef
Meritage An Urban Tavern
05.2019 - 03.2020
Lead Line Cook
Meritage An Urban Tavern
04.2018 - 05.2019
Lead Line Cook
Stonegrill @ JW Marriott Desert Ridge
11.2016 - 04.2018
Line Cook
Just A Splash Bar & Grill
04.2015 - 01.2016
High School Diploma -
Pinnacle High School
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