Melvina English
Douglasville,GA
Summary
Talented professional with a proven track record of efficiently handling high-volume workloads and maintaining focus over long shifts. Strong communication skills to effectively complete orders and provide exceptional customer service. Adept multitasker with a history of supporting team members and meeting customer needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Catering Chef
Owner-Operator
Syracuse, NY
03.2010 - 02.2020
- Developed new recipes to cater to specific customer preferences.
- Oversaw staff in the precise and quality-driven preparation of dishes for catering events.
- Managed coordination of food supply deliveries to event venues, adhering strictly to the designated schedule.
- Maintained strict adherence to health and safety regulations while executing meal preparation for various catered events.
- Developed menus, managed food supply procurement and controlled budgets for catering events.
Personal Chef
Clients
Villa Rica, GA
03.2020 - Present
- Ensured all food items were stored safely at correct temperatures according to health regulations.
- Executed meal preparation and cooking duties for a range of large family gatherings, including holiday dinners, birthdays, and anniversaries.
- Recorded comprehensive meal data such as the menu offerings, servings, and any unique specifications provided by clients.
- Conducted thorough equipment inspections to verify correct functionality.
- Aided in the creation of recipes incorporating fresh, seasonal ingredients.
- Ensured timely and efficient delivery of food items from suppliers to clients' homes or event sites.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Operations Management And Supervision
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts
Boulder, CO05-2018
Skills
- Proper equipment usage
- Safe Food Handling
- Safety and sanitation regulations
- Workflow Coordination
- Waste Reduction
- Knowledge of cuisines
- Portion Control
- Supply Management
- Sanitation Practices
- Menu development
- Ingredient Selection
- Plating and presentation
- Kitchen Organization
- Recipe creation
- Culinary techniques
- Large scale events
- Food presentation
- Food Preparation
- Cleaning practices
- Special diets
Accomplishments
- HGTV Favorite Chef contest 2023 Third place runner up.
- Sponsored By The James Beard Foundation and World Renown Chef Carla Hall.
Timeline
Personal Chef
Clients
03.2020 - Present
Catering Chef
Owner-Operator
03.2010 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Operations Management And Supervision
Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts