Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Assessments
Languages
Timeline
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M Alpen

Pleasant View,USA

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

Summit Lounge
01.2024 - Current
  • Oversaw ordering of food supplies and ensured freshness of all products used in the kitchen
  • Established and maintained high standards of food quality, hygiene, and safety in the kitchen
  • Maintained safe, sanitary work environment in compliance with health department regulations
  • Engaged with guests directly at tableside during peak hours or upon request by management team

Executive Chef Manager

My Mamas Pantry & Convections
01.2022 - Current
  • Oversaw inventory management, and supply ordering to maintain fully stocked kitchen
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes
  • Created and development menu
  • Obtained fresh, local ingredients to improve dish flavors and limit grocery costs
  • Developed menus, controlled food costs and oversaw quality, sanitation, and safety

Dietary & Dining Manager/Cook

Rocky Mountain Care
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Managed daily operations of the kitchen including scheduling shifts, assigning tasks
  • Conducted training sessions for kitchen staff on proper food safety and sanitation regulations
  • Assessed patient meal requirements according to individualized care plans
  • Monitored food production processes to ensure compliance with health codes and regulations
  • Maintained positive relationships between dietary staff members and other departments within the facility

Food Service & Dining Director/Chef

Covington Senior Living
03.2021 - 08.2021
  • Trained staff on proper cooking procedures as well as safety regulations and productivity strategies
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to residents
  • Visited with residents to inquire about satisfaction, quality and personal preference

Kitchen Manager/Cook

Shields Homestead
11.2018 - 03.2021
  • Maintained accurate inventory of all food items, supplies and equipment to ensure efficient operations
  • Promoted teamwork among employees by encouraging collaboration and offering support whenever possible
  • Ensured compliance with local health department regulations regarding safe food preparation and storage practices
  • Demonstrated excellent organizational skills in managing the daily operations of a busy kitchen

Kitchen Manager/Cook

Kids Kingdom Academy
08.2017 - 11.2018
  • Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines
  • Interviewed, hired and trained dietary personnel to provide optimal service
  • Consulted with dietitians to plan menus appropriate for student needs
  • Purchased food and cultivated strong vendor relationships
  • Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving

Education

Culinary Chef Training -

St Marys Community Kitchen

CFM - Culinary Management, Hospitality & Nutrition

IFSEA

Certificate - Food Safety Management & Sanitation

ANSI

Specialized Diet & Allergy Certification -

ANSI

Diploma - Business Management

International Institute of The Americas

Skills

  • Kitchen Management
  • Team Management
  • Food Safety
  • Nutritional knowledge

Certification

  • Certified Dietary Manager, Present
  • Food Handler Certification, Present
  • CPR Certification, Present
  • BLS Certification, Present

Assessments

  • Cooking skills: Basic food preparation, Proficient, 05/01/24
  • Workplace safety, Proficient, 05/01/24
  • Food service: Customer situations, Proficient, 05/01/24

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Head Chef/Kitchen Manager

Summit Lounge
01.2024 - Current

Executive Chef Manager

My Mamas Pantry & Convections
01.2022 - Current

Dietary & Dining Manager/Cook

Rocky Mountain Care
08.2021 - 01.2022

Food Service & Dining Director/Chef

Covington Senior Living
03.2021 - 08.2021

Kitchen Manager/Cook

Shields Homestead
11.2018 - 03.2021

Kitchen Manager/Cook

Kids Kingdom Academy
08.2017 - 11.2018
  • Certified Dietary Manager, Present
  • Food Handler Certification, Present
  • CPR Certification, Present
  • BLS Certification, Present

Culinary Chef Training -

St Marys Community Kitchen

CFM - Culinary Management, Hospitality & Nutrition

IFSEA

Certificate - Food Safety Management & Sanitation

ANSI

Specialized Diet & Allergy Certification -

ANSI

Diploma - Business Management

International Institute of The Americas
M Alpen