Logan Alfred
Executive Chef
LAFAYETTE,LA
Summary
High-performing Chef offering 18 years of restaurant experience. Excellent communication, leadership and problem-solving skills. Talent for building streamlined, cohesive teams. Talented kitchen leader and team motivator successful at maintaining staff focus and productivity in high-volume, fast-paced operations. Experienced with different cuisine around the world, sourcing ingredients, controlling budgets and boosting restaurant profiles.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
School Bus Driver
Lafayette Parish School Board
Lafayette, LA
10.2022 - Current
- Streamlined boarding procedures, implementing an organized system that ensured timely departures from each stop along the route.
- Assisted students with boarding and exiting bus to reduce safety issues.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Reported vehicle maintenance and repair issues to appropriate personnel for timely resolution.
- Obeyed federal, Louisiana and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Maintained an updated driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips, and other purposes.
Food Truck Owner/Operator
Southern Kreole Cravings & Pastries
Lafayette, LA
11.2015 - Current
- Oversee daily operations, ensuring the delivery of high-quality Southern Kreole cuisine to customers.
- Curate and design innovative, authentic menus that highlight traditional Kreole flavors while incorporating seasonal ingredients.
- Lead a team of culinary and service staff, providing training and fostering a positive work environment.
- Manage all financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, cost control, and profit maximization.
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with local suppliers and vendors to ensure the freshest ingredients.
- Execute marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and drive customer engagement.
- Ensure compliance with health, safety, and food quality standards to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.
- Engage with customers to gather feedback, addressing any concerns and continually improving the dining experience.
Executive Chef
Valaris Offshore Catering Company
Broussard, LA
4 2012 - 1 2020
- Managed preparation and serving of meals according to an established weekly menu worksheet.
- Maintained an inventory of food and non-food supplies.
- Managed employees to ensure safety and adherence to company guidelines and protocols.
- Prepared fresh meals daily.
- Planned menus according to the grocery order.
- Prepared and decorated cakes; prepared fresh pastries daily.
- Utilized computer-based programs to fulfill job duties.
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring customer satisfaction and going above and beyond to keep customers happy.
Education
Associates of Occupational Studies in Culinary Arts Degree - Advanced Culinary Arts
Louisiana Culinary Institute
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 08.2010 - 05.2012
Technical Degree in Culinary Arts - undefined
Louisiana Technical College
Lafayette, LA 08.2009 - 05.2010
General Education Coursework Completed - undefined
South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LA 08.2009 - 05.2009
High School Diploma - undefined
Northside High School
Lafayette, LA 08.2005 - 05.2009
Skills
Business Ethics
Customer Service
Time Management
Leadership
Kitchen skills/Knife skills
Communication
Team Leadership
Delegating Work
Proactive
Certification
National Restaurant Association's (NRA) Restaurant Pro-Management Servsafe Sanitation Certificate, 06/10/2024
Timeline
CPR/AED/FIRST-AID 08/8/2024
08-2024
National Restaurant Association's (NRA) Restaurant Pro-Management Servsafe Sanitation Certificate, 06/10/2024
06-2024
National Restaurant Association's (NRA) Controlling Foodservice Cost Certificate
04-2024
School Bus Driver
Lafayette Parish School Board
10.2022 - Current
Food Truck Owner/Operator
Southern Kreole Cravings & Pastries
11.2015 - Current
Associates of Occupational Studies in Culinary Arts Degree - Advanced Culinary Arts
Louisiana Culinary Institute
08.2010 - 05.2012
Technical Degree in Culinary Arts - undefined
Louisiana Technical College
08.2009 - 05.2010
General Education Coursework Completed - undefined
South Louisiana Community College
08.2009 - 05.2009
High School Diploma - undefined
Northside High School
08.2005 - 05.2009
Executive Chef
Valaris Offshore Catering Company
4 2012 - 1 2020
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