Lillian Redding
Austin,TX
Summary
Dynamic Executive Chef with a proven track record at NOSH, elevating food quality and customer satisfaction. Expert in food prep planning and team leadership, I boosted efficiency and fostered a culture of excellence. Skilled in inventory management and staff development, I consistently met budget targets, enhancing restaurant operations and team performance.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Executive Chef
NOSH
01.2022 - 08.2024
- Maintained high food quality standards by checking delivery contents to verify product quality and quantity.
- Scheduled and received food deliveries, adhering to food cost and budget.
- Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety processes.
- Inventoried food, ingredient, and supply stock to prepare and plan vendor orders.
- Delivered excellent food quality and maximized customer satisfaction by preparing meals according to customer requests.
- Generated employee schedules and work assignments and determined appropriate compensation rates.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
Sous Chef
4CO
05.2019 - 12.2021
- Planned and directed high-volume food preparation in fast-paced environment.
- Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
- Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
- Prevented cross-contamination from utensils, surfaces, and pans when cooking and plating meals for food allergy sufferers.
- Plated every dish with attractive flair to meet strict restaurant standards and maintain stellar business reputation.
- Modernized work processes to reduce guest wait times and boost daily output.
- Monitored food and labor costs to verify budget targets were met.
- Coordinated with vendors to order supplies and maintain high quality standards.
Bar Manager
ASD
06.2018 - 03.2020
- Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
- Created effective employee schedules maintaining coverage at peak times and minimizing labor costs.
- Maximized customer service by training staff, overseeing operations, and resolving issues.
- Kept alcoholic beverages well-stocked and organized to meet expected demands.
- Upsold daily specials and beverage promotions to exceed daily sales goals.
- Closed out cash register and prepared cashier report at close of business.
- Consulted with managers to organize special events and promotions.
- Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships.
Education
Associate of Arts - Vocal Music Performance
BIMM (British Irish Modern Music Institute)
London UK07.2016
Skills
- Food Prep Planning
- Staff Scheduling
- Team Leadership
- Restaurant Operations
- Recipes and menu planning
- Food Stock and Supply Management
- Hiring, Training, and Development
- Inventory Management
- BOH Operations
- Kitchen Staff Management
- Food spoilage prevention
Accomplishments
- Created signature dish which generated high-interest and became best-selling dinner entrée for NOSH.
- Collaborated with team of Masterchef in the development of NOSH.
Certification
- Food handler certified
- TABC certified
Languages
German
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Executive Chef
NOSH
01.2022 - 08.2024
Sous Chef
4CO
05.2019 - 12.2021
Bar Manager
ASD
06.2018 - 03.2020
Associate of Arts - Vocal Music Performance
BIMM (British Irish Modern Music Institute)
- Food handler certified
- TABC certified
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