
Ambitious Chef Apprentice with a solid foundation of core culinary techniques and professional interpersonal skills. Specializes in high volume banquet style cooking with proven ability of working well in a team oriented environment. Committed to learning new skills and applying those already obtained in an effort to support kitchen operations by any means necessary.
- Prepped and Managed the salads, cold appetizers, and pizzas for average volumes of 50-120 guests per night
- Developed and maintained high standards for presentation, mise en place, and flavor across the station as a whole.
- Managed a Fryer while performing as a back Expo for Saute as well as communicating with the front Expo to organize ticket times.
- Managed the prep and service of a standard saute station with responsibilities including Seafood, Pastas, Hot Vegetable Sides, and Sauces.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workspace, adhering to safety standards.
- Demonstrated exemplary skill in searing and grilling proteins in bulk, including beef, pork, chicken, fish and shellfish.
- Learned and replicated all of the different sauces offered on our banquet menus, including Beef Demi, Short Rib reduction, Chicken Demi, Butter sauces, and cheese sauces.
- Prepped and cooked for large scale banquets, with holiday events reaching 1000+ guests.
- Shown thorough communication skills between BOH and FOH to ensure both large and small scale parties receive hot hors devours, soups, hot appetizers, and entrees while they are still Hot and Fresh.
- Executed daily food prep tasks efficiently, contributing to smooth kitchen operations.
- Expanded culinary repertoire through continuous learning of new techniques and cuisines under the guidance of experienced chefs.
ServSafe Manager Certified