Max Fisher
Chicago,United States
Summary
Experienced Chef with 12+ years in high-end culinary environments. Skilled in meat and fish fabrication, maintaining impeccable sanitation standards, and executing precise multi-course tasting menus. Adept at directing ingredient preparation, managing inventory, and coordinating with kitchen staff. Proven ability to accommodate diverse dietary needs and allergy restrictions while consistently delivering exceptional culinary experiences. Equipped with strong leadership, communication, and time management skills. Seeking to bring my expertise to the role of a Private Chef
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Private Chef
Self Employed Services
Chicago, IL
01.2025 - Current
- Developed customized meal plans based on client dietary preferences and nutritional needs.
- Managed grocery procurement, ensuring high-quality ingredients for diverse culinary styles.
- Coordinated catering events, designing menus that catered to specific themes and occasions.
- Worked closely with clients regarding their nutritional goals and implemented meal plans accordingly.
- Provided in-home cooking services, adapting to various kitchen environments and equipment.
- Adapted quickly to last-minute changes in menu requests or guest counts without sacrificing quality or presentation standards.
Personal Chef / Manager
Tiny Spoon Chef
Chicago
03.2022 - 10.2024
- Cooked for 7-8 families a week with a range of allergy and restrictions.
- Manged up to 8 chef in the Chicago/Madison Region.
- Scheduling time off request and building work week schedules.
- Efficiently shopped,cooked,cleaned the four dinners for each client in a timely 4 hour fashion.
- Came up with different menus every week that suited the clients needs.
Chef de Partie
Oriole
Chicago
06.2019 - 12.2021
- Executed daily prep tasks in a timely manner.
- Responsible of breaking down meat and fish daily as need for tasting menu.
- Helping executing Noahs' multi-course tasting menu, with precision and in efficient.
- Maintained a high level of sanitary standards.
- Able to see know and carry out restrictions in thought out well organized manner.
Line Cook
Boka
Chicago
08.2017 - 04.2019
- Directed preparation and inventory of ingredients.
- Maintained sanitation standards.
- Properly and efficiently set-up and maintained Garde Manger, Fish Roast, Meat Roast
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Hyde Park
The Culinary Institute of America
12-2015
High School Diploma - Glenwood Springs
Glenwood Springs High School
06-2012
Skills
- Leadership Skills
- Communication Skills
- Time Management Skills
- Employee Communication and Management
- Culinary expertise
- Meat Fabrication
- Coordination Skills
- Serv-Safe Certified
- Cooking techniques
- Fish Fabrication
- Allergy awareness
LANGUAGES
English
Timeline
Private Chef
Self Employed Services
01.2025 - Current
Personal Chef / Manager
Tiny Spoon Chef
03.2022 - 10.2024
Chef de Partie
Oriole
06.2019 - 12.2021
Line Cook
Boka
08.2017 - 04.2019
High School Diploma - Glenwood Springs
Glenwood Springs High School
Bachelor's Degree - Hyde Park
The Culinary Institute of America