Open To Work
Marcus Clark
chef
Davenport,FL
Work Preference
Desired Job Title
Assistant Sous ChefExecutive Chef/Kitchen ManagerSenior chefKitchen ManagerWork Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkLocation Preference
On-SiteLocation: Davenport, FLOrlando, FLTampa, FLClearwater, FLClearwater Beach, FL
Open to relocation: Yes
Salary Range
65000/yr - 200000/yrSummary
Results-driven culinary professional with expertise in menu development and team leadership. Specializes in enhancing guest satisfaction through innovative dishes and effective training. Strong background in food safety and quality control, fostering collaboration in high-pressure kitchen environments. Previous role as Assistant Sous Chef involved streamlining operations and improving food quality.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assistant Sous Chef
Walt Disney world
Lake Buena Vista
05.2024 - Current
- Coordinated kitchen operations to optimize food preparation and service flow.
- Supervised kitchen staff to maintain high food safety standards and practices.
- Ensured food quality and presentation met service standards through consistent monitoring.
- Developed training programs for new staff on food safety practices and cooking techniques.
- Trained new team members on culinary techniques and kitchen protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain cleanliness and organization in the kitchen.
Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager
Railspur
Cheyenne
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Developed innovative menu concepts that showcased seasonal ingredients and local flavors, enhancing guest satisfaction and dining experience.
- Created new menu items, managed food expenses, and supervised quality to ensure adherence to standards.
- Supervised kitchen staff to uphold high standards of food preparation and presentation, contributing to a consistent quality of service.
- Implemented quality control measures to uphold food safety and hygiene standards.
- Coordinated special event catering, customizing menus for diverse clientele needs.
- Collaborated with front-of-house team to enhance guest dining experiences.
- Trained kitchen workers on culinary techniques.
- Fostered a positive work environment through effective communication and leadership skills.
Senior chef
Laramie County Community College
Cheyenne
04.2023 - 12.2023
- Created innovative menus that aligned with customer expectations while effectively managing food costs.
- Collaborated with culinary team and faculty to develop menu items that reflect seasonal ingredients and dietary preferences.
- Trained and mentored junior chefs and kitchen staff on techniques.
- Managed kitchen operations and ensured adherence to food safety standards.
- Coordinated special events and catered functions, enhancing community engagement and satisfaction.
- Maintained high standards of cleanliness in the kitchen environment.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen equipment and workspace.
Kitchen Manager
Cheyenne rib and chop house
Cheyenne
05.2015 - 04.2020
- Oversaw daily kitchen operations, including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes, and plate presentation, to maintain quality and consistency.
- Managed daily kitchen operations, ensuring adherence to health regulations and standards.
- Supervised kitchen staff, coordinating training to enhance skills and integration of new team members.
- Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
- Controlled food costs by monitoring portion sizes and waste management practices.
- Developed and implemented menu items based on seasonal ingredients and trends.
Education
College Degree - Culinary Arts
04-2026
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Skills
- Culinary Experience
- Cooking
- Food Preparation
- Meat Cutting
- Food Safety
- Food handling
- Culinary techniques
- Menu planning
- Menu development
- Dish Presentation
- Food Production
- Kitchen operations
- Kitchen Experience
- Restaurant Management
- Kitchen Supervision Control
- Profit & Loss
- Time management
- Event catering
- Banquet Experience
- Catering
- Supervising Experience
- Serving
- Staff training
- Training development
- Team Coordination
- Team leadership
- Quality control
- Guest services
- Customer service
- Serving Experience
- Serving
- Bartending
- POS
- Purchasing
- Payroll
- Leadership
- Fine dining experience
- Health regulations
- Meal prep
- Recipe creation
- Event catering
- Kitchen ops
- Staff training
- Ingredient selection
- Recipe creation
Certification
- Food Handler Certificate, 07/01/23 to 07/01/26
- TIPS, 07/01/23 to 07/01/26
- ServSafe, 02/01/23 to 02/01/26
- Driver's License
- Food Safety Certification
- Food Handler Certification
Assessments
- Work Style: Reliability, Proficient, 11/01/21
- Management & Leadership Skills: Impact & Influence, Completed, 12/01/22
- Restaurant Manager, Proficient, 01/01/23
- Cooking Skills: Basic Food Preparation, Proficient, 10/01/21
- Food Safety, Proficient, 10/01/22
- Food Safety, Proficient, 10/01/21
- Cooking Skills: Basic Food Preparation, Proficient, 10/01/22
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere in florida
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
Assistant Sous Chef - Walt Disney world
05.2024 - Current
Executive Chef/Kitchen Manager - Railspur
12.2023 - 06.2024
Senior chef - Laramie County Community College
04.2023 - 12.2023
Kitchen Manager - Cheyenne rib and chop house
05.2015 - 04.2020
Escoffier - College Degree, Culinary Arts
Laramie County Community College - ged,