Max Richards
Austin,Texas
Summary
Culinary Professional with an Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts and extensive experience across diverse kitchen environments. Managed kitchen operations, executed varied menu preparations, and upheld high standards in food safety and preparation. Delivered creative plating and innovative menu planning while monitoring employee performance to enhance overall dining experiences.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Cook/Supervisor
Saratoga Reading Room
Saratoga
05.2026 - 08.2026
- Contributed to culinary operations in second year at private kitchen, enhancing menu offerings and service quality.
- Managed diverse responsibilities across various kitchen stations, ensuring smooth workflow and timely meal preparation.
- Acquired advanced culinary techniques and insights from accomplished culinary professors, elevating kitchen standards and practices.
- Obtained position through recommendations from two respected culinary professors.
Sous Chef
The Bond
Warrensburg
10.2025 - 05.2026
- Led kitchen operations during transition from Line Cook, ensuring continuity and efficiency amid unforeseen circumstances.
- Managed kitchen operations independently while receiving guidance from the Head Chef on ordering and menu planning.
- Developed creative thinking skills through brainstorming sessions and team collaboration., enhanced multitasking capabilities, and maintained composure under pressure.
Cook
Saratoga Reading Room
Saratoga Springs
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Executed diverse culinary preparations for banquets, buffets, and daily à la carte service (breakfast, lunch, and dinner).
- Executed culinary preparations for banquets, buffets, and daily à la carte service, enhancing dining experiences for club members.
- Collaborated with a recommended team, showcasing strong culinary skills and commitment to excellence.
- Gained expertise in flavor pairing and innovative dish composition, contributing to unique menu offerings under Head Chef’s guidance.
Line Cook
East Cove
Lake George
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Executed sauce preparation, sautéing, frying, and pasta station duties, ensuring timely and high-quality meal delivery in a two-person kitchen team.
- Prepared assigned menu items with consistent portioning, timing, and presentation standards.
- Coordinated station readiness by restocking ingredients, utensils, and cooking supplies before service.
- Followed food safety procedures for storage, temperature control, and cross-contamination prevention.
Cook
The Tannery Gore Mountain
North Creek
11.2022 - 01.2023
- Gained expertise in kitchen management protocols and restaurant operations.
- Developed the ability to independently manage kitchen operations.
- Managed kitchen operations independently, ensuring smooth workflow and timely service.
Education
High school or equivalent - Culinary Arts
Warrensburg Junior-Senior High School
WarrensburgAssociate of Arts - Culinary & Hospitality
SUNY Adirondack
Queensbury, NY05-2024
Skills
- Kitchen management
- Food safety
- Sanitation practices
- Meal preparation
- Food preparation
- Menu planning
- Culinary techniques
- Recipe creation
- Menu planning
- Kitchen organization
- Operational oversight
- Culinary knife techniques
- Menu design
- Kitchen staff management
- Staff training
- Food processing
Certification
- Certified Serv Safe
Personal Information
- Title: Private Chef
- Driving License: valid Driver’s License
Cover Letter
Max Richards Austin, 78729 richardsmax16@gmail.com +1 518 681 7148 Montclair Chef Application for Rotational Private Chef | Family Meals Dear Hiring Manager, I am writing to express my enthusiastic interest in the Rotational Private Chef position at Montclair Chef, as advertised. With a solid foundation built on an Associate’s degree in Culinary Arts and extensive hands-on experience in diverse kitchen settings, including exclusive private clubs and independent kitchen management, I am confident in my ability to deliver the high-quality, consistent home-style family meals you require. My background includes managing kitchen operations, menu planning, and executing varied culinary preparations, from banquets to daily service, across breakfast, lunch, and dinner. At The Bond, I stepped into a Sous Chef role, independently overseeing kitchen operations while receiving remote guidance, which significantly honed my creative problem-solving skills and ability to maintain composure under pressure. I thrive in environments where attention to detail and consistent execution are paramount, skills I am eager to bring to your client’s family. With over five years of progressive culinary experience, including roles like Lead Cook/Supervisor where I learned advanced techniques from culinary professors, I possess a deep understanding of flavor pairings and innovative dish composition. My experience with “Saratoga Reading Room,” an exclusive private club, involved preparing meals for banquets and daily service, demonstrating my capability to cater to discerning tastes with precision and care. I am also adept at maintaining a clean workspace and ensuring food safety standards, holding a ServSafe certification. Crucially, I hold a valid Driver’s License and possess the adaptability and strong work ethic necessary for a rotational role. I am eager to apply my proven ability to ensure quality and consistency in family meal preparation, contributing to a seamless and exceptional dining experience for your client. I am keen to discuss how my dedication to culinary excellence and calm, professional demeanor can benefit Montclair Chef. Thank you for considering my application. I look forward to the opportunity to discuss my qualifications further and how I can contribute to your client’s household. I am available for an interview at your earliest convenience and am eager to learn more about this exciting opportunity.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Lead Cook/Supervisor
Saratoga Reading Room
05.2026 - 08.2026
Sous Chef
The Bond
10.2025 - 05.2026
Cook
Saratoga Reading Room
06.2025 - 09.2025
Line Cook
East Cove
07.2024 - 09.2024
Cook
The Tannery Gore Mountain
11.2022 - 01.2023
High school or equivalent - Culinary Arts
Warrensburg Junior-Senior High School
Associate of Arts - Culinary & Hospitality
SUNY Adirondack